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There can be various reasons behind saying no to milk. It can be lactose intolerance, milk allergy, personal preference or any other reason. Life without milk is almost impossible to imagine. From childhood we are conditioned to drink milk. It is part of many Indian desserts and is a good source of calcium and protein. So to say goodbye to milk becomes difficult.

Even if someone wants to avoid milk then also they are not able to do so because milk has many nutrients like calcium, vitamin b and protein which our body needs. People are also not able to find a suitable replacement for milk.

There are many non dairy substitutes to milk available in market like soya milk, almond milk, coconut milk, rice milk and oat milk. The following table depicts nutrient content in these substitutes.

Soya milk is one of the best alternatives to milk. Both cow’s milk and soya milk contain almost same amount of protein. It is also rich in iron, vitamin C, vitamin D and essential fatty acids. Soya milk is very rich in antioxidants and fiber.

To make soya milk, dried soybeans are soaked and then grinded with water. The pulp is then strained. It can be prepared at home or can be brought from store.

Soy milk has a distinct taste so people may take some time to get used to it. Nowadays many people are turning to soy milk.

Almond milk is good option for people who look for milk substitute as it contains neither lactose nor gluten. It is easily digested by the body.

It is made by blending skinned almonds with water. It may not be pocket friendly as it is costlier than cow’s milk.

For people transitioning from cow’s milk, almond milk is a good option as it does not have strong flavor of its own.

Many times almond milk is sweetened by using artificial sweeteners. Therefore, check the nutritional information

Coconut milk is extremely beneficial for our body. It is a good source of iron, magnesium and potassium. It has anti-inflammatory properties which help in keeping the gut healthy.

Coconut milk contains lauric acid (a rare medium-chain fatty acid) that is easily utilized by the body for energy.

Rice milk is unsweetened and is slightly foamy than cow’s milk. It can be used in place of milk in cereals.

Just like almond milk, oat milk has neither lactose nor gluten. This creamy and light flavored milk is high in fiber which gives the feeling of fullness. One downside of consuming oat milk is that it contains more calories as compared to other substitutes.

Also, while shopping for these milks make sure that you check their labels. Avoid them if they have artificial sweeteners or if they contain sugar.

All these alternatives can be used in place of milk depending on what you are making. You may need to experiment a little to find which milk works best for you. Once you get the hang of it, everything will become much easier.

We Indians love our tea. Tea bags of different brands are flooding markets because people prefer tea bags instead of using tea leaves. But do you know that used tea bags are important as well?  Tea has anti-ageing, anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Green tea and black tea are super-rich in catechins and polyphenols. These two antioxidants are known to fight acne and ageing. Read further to know about different ways in which one can use the tea bags.

• Tea works as an amazing toner because of its astringent properties. It has coolant properties which help in soothing your skin. Wipe your face with a tea bag and then clean it with a towel. It will take away the grease from your face and make it clean. This will give you a feeling of freshness.

• In our struggle to balance our personal as well as professional life we often don’t get enough sleep which results in dark circles under the eyes. These dark circles can make anyone look ill. But if you have tea bags then your problem is solved. Take two tea bags and refrigerate them. Take them out after ten minutes and put them on your eyes. Keep them for five to ten minutes and then witness the magic. The caffeine content in the tea will shrink blood vessels underneath the skin and eliminate the dark circles. Repeat this process regularly so as to lighten your dark circles around the eyes.

• Tea bags can soothe sun burnt skin. Tannic acid present in the tea helps the skin in getting rid of sunbur Direct application of tea bags reduces the redness of the skin. Next time you get sunburned, use this remedy to give relief to your skin.

• Tea has the ability to hydrate the dry skin. Brew the tea and let it cool. Apply it to your face using cotton pad. You can use any tea but green tea particularly does magic for the dehydrated skin. The antioxidants present in green tea help in hydrating the skin.

• I bet you never knew that tea can give you shiny and smooth hair. Take two or three used tea bags and brew a strong tea. Allow it to cool completely. Pour the tea into your hair until it’s completely absorbed by the scalp. Let it sit for about 10 minutes. Wash your hair with shampoo and condition as you would normally do. You will see difference yourself.

Next time you discard tea bag think twice as they can be very useful.

So, what’s it like being a new mom?”

At the point when a mother is posed this inquiry, you may hear short answers. Like, “It’s incredible!” or “It’s something different!” Meanwhile, there are most likely at any rate twelve words and contemplations coursing through her cerebrum. Since there are at any rate that many dissipated feelings going on at some random minute for somebody who has quite recently carried another life into the world.

New motherhood is emotional—full stop.

Despite the fact that you’re not “eating for two,” your body needs to reestablish a ton of significant supplements.

At each supper, fill a large portion of your plate with foods grown from the ground. The other half ought to incorporate entire grains like colored rice, entire grain bread, or oats. Attempt to restrain bundled, handled nourishments and beverages that are high in salt, additional sugars.

You’ve quite recently conceived an offspring, your infant occupies the greater part of your time and you’re pondering where you’ll get the vitality to care for your infant as well as start chip away at losing every one of those pounds you picked up while being pregnant.