Sesame seed is one of the oldest oilseed crops known – almost 3000 years ago. It is a plant in the genus Sesamun also called benne. It is grown in tropical regions around the world and is cultivated for the edible seeds, which grow in pods. Sudan, Myanmar and India are the largest producers in the world. […]
Lychee tree is a tropical tree native to South China. The tree has been introduced throughout Southeast Asia and South Asia. Cultivation in China is documented from the 11th century. China is the main producer of Lychees, followed by Vietnam, India, other countries in the Indian subcontinent, Madagascar and South Africa. A tall evergreen tree, it bears small […]
‘Always trust your gut; it knows what your head hasn’t figured out yet.’ An anonymous quote but Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine said 2500 years ago, that all diseases begin in the gut. Gut imbalance is the beginning of disease and ill health. Are we really aware that our gut contains 100 million […]
Phytochemicals or Phytonutrients are naturally occurring protective chemicals that are found in foods of plant origin. Studies show that there may be as many as 100 different Phytochemicals in just one serving of vegetables. Phytochemicals and health: Evidence has shown that people who consume a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, and therefore in Phytochemicals, […]
The corns of the plant Eleocharis dulcis -are water chestnuts. They have a crispy white flesh and can be eaten raw, lightly boiled, grilled, pickled and now are even canned. The plant comes from China, and they are grown in flooded paddy fields. They are grown widely in India and are presently in season. Nutritional […]
Noni is a plant which is native to Asia, Australia, Polynesia, Samoa and is actually a small shrubby tree. The flowers are white and tubular and the fruit is yellow- greenish-white in colour and large with a pebbled surface. It is now being cultivated in India. It is also known as Morinda Citrifola and Indian […]
The fig is the edible fruit of Focus Carica, a species of small tree in the flowering plant Moraceae. Native to the Mediterranean and Western Asia, it has been cultivated since ancient times and is now widely grown throughout the world, both for its fruit and as an ornamental plant. The flesh is pink and has […]
1. Almonds contain a lot of high quality Protein, Vitamin E, Fibre, Magnesium, Amino acids, Calcium, Iron and other healthy fats. They also have Potassium, Folate and Phosphorus. 2. Improves Brain Power: Almonds contain Zinc which protects brain cells from free radical damage. Vitamin B in Almonds helps to metabolise proteins which repair brain cells. […]
Fenugreek (Methi) is a plant that stands around 2 to 3 feet tall, has green leaves, small white flowers, and pods that contain small, golden-brown seeds. Its leaves and seeds are used in cooking as well as medicine. 1. Nutritional Content: 100 grams of fenugreek contains – Calories (323), Potassium (22%), Sodium (2%), Dietary fibre […]
Jackfruit is now being considered as a Superfood & when we see the health benefits, it is easy to understand why. It is naturally mild with a meat-like texture which makes it a great option for vegan & vegetarian dishes. 1. Nutritional content (per 150 gms): *Calories: 143 * Protein: 3 gms * Fat: 1 […]