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The Surprising Health Benefits of Papaya
The Surprising Health Benefits of Papaya Papaya is a large, tree-like plant with a single stem growing from 5 to 10 m (16 to 33 ft) tall, with spirally arranged leaves confined to the top of the trunk. Papaya was reputably called the “fruit of the angels” by Christopher Columbus.... more
Read moreIvy Gourd – A Miraculous Vegetable
Ivy Gourd – A Miraculous Vegetable Ivy Gourd or Coccinia Grand is actually an exotic plant within the pumpkin family and is also a hostile climbing vine that may distributed rapidly over trees, shrubs, fences along with other supports. The clear white flesh of the fruit looks like the appearance as well... more
Read moreFenugreek – An Excellent Herbal Remedy
Fenugreek – An Excellent Herbal Remedy Fenugreek is an annual plant in the family Fabaceae, with leaves consisting of three small obovate to oblong leaflets. It is a herb that is commonly found growing in the Mediterranean region of the world. Fenugreek seeds and leaves are strongly aromatic and flavourful. Seeds are... more
Read moreAmazing Benefits and Uses of Garlic
Amazing Benefits and Uses of Garlic Garlic, Latin name Allium Sativum, belongs to the onion family Alliaceae including Shallots and Leek. The garlic bulb is divided into sections called cloves. It has been used by humans for thousands of years and was used in Ancient Egypt for both culinary and... more
Read moreMint Leaves – A Refreshing Medicinal Herb
Mint Leaves – A Refreshing Medicinal Herb Mint or Pudina is a medicinal herb that is synonymous to freshness. Green, refreshing and aromatic are the three words that come to our mind when we think of mint. It is one of the oldest and most popular herb that is grown around the... more
Read moreHealth Benefits of Tomato
Health Benefits of Tomato Tomato is an edible, red berry type fruit of the Nightshade botanical family. Tomatoes are in fact a fruit, but their affinity for other savoury ingredients means that they are usually classed as a vegetable. Tomato is consumed in diverse ways including raw, as an ingredient in many... more
Read moreBeetroot is a Superfood with Amazing Health Benefits
Beetroot is a Superfood with Amazing Health Benefits Beetroot is a dark red vegetable which is the taproot portion of the beet plant, usually known in North America as the beet, table beet, garden beet, red or golden beet etc. Betacyanin is the compound that gives beetroot its purplish-red colour... more
Read more2 Cups of Cow’s Milk Ideal for Kids
Most parents when it comes to giving milk to their children tend to think, the more, the merrier. In contradiction to popular belief scientists now say that two cups of cow’s milk a day is the proper amount needed to maintain adequate vitamin D and iron levels. [Read: Surprising Health Benefits... more
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