Health and Fitness

                                         Tamarind is a Tropical Fruit which is an Antioxidant and Anti-inflammatory properties,also have polyphenols.These can protect against diseases such as heart diseases,cancer and diabetes.The seeds extract may also help lower blood sugar,while the pulp extract may help you lose body weight and reverse fatty liver diseases.It used in many dishes around the world,and may even have medicinal properties.Tamarind is known scientifically as Tamarindus indica.It's native to Africa but also grows in India,Pakistan and many other tropical regions.The tree produces bean-like pods filled with seeds surrounded by a fibrous pulp.The pulp of the young fruit is green and sour.As it ripens the juicy pulp becomes paste-like and more sweet-sour. Interestingly tamarind is sometimes referred to as the 'Date of India'. HOW IT IS USED ? Tamarind has many uses.It's used for cooking,health and household purposes. USES OF COOKING :- Tamarind pulp i

                         Drumstick may be responsible for adding a variety to your recipe book,it also offers a plethora of health benefits.It regulates blood sugar levels,helps improve digestive health,great for developing stronger bones,helps purifying blood,relieves respiratory disorders and boosts immunity. Drumstick is also known as Moringa.One vegetable that deserves our attention is drumstick or Moringa.It has been proclaimed as one the more recent superfoods.Drumstick is widely known to be therapeutic. HEALTH BENEFITS OF DRUMSTICKS OR MORINGA :- 1. Improve Digestive Function :- Drumstics are an excellent source of vitamin B like niacin,riboflavin and vitamin B12, which are known to play a vital role in improving your digestive health.B vitamins help breaking down the foods and make it easier to digest them smoothly.Moreover,drumsticks contain dietary fiber that also aids the digestive process. 2. Regulates Blood Sugar Levels :- These are boon for diabetics as they are k

                                              Eggplant often considered as a vegetable but technically it is a fruit as it grows from a flowering plant containing seeds.Eggplant brings a host of potential health benefits.These are as following :- 1. High In Antioxidants :- Eggplants are high in anthocyanins,a pigment with antioxidant properties that can protect against cellular damage. 2. Rich In Many Nutrients ;- Eggplants contain a good amount of vitamins,minerals and fiber in few calories.It has also contain small amount of other nutrients,including niacin,magnesium and copper. 3. Promote Blood Sugar Control :- Eggplants are high in fiber,which passes through the digestive system intact.So adding eggplants to your diet may help keep your blood sugar in check. 4. Reduce The Risk Of Heart Disease :- Some studies suggest that eggplants may help reduce the risk of heart disease due to its antioxidant content. 5. May Have Cancer-Fighting Benefits :- Eggplant contains several

WHY CAPSICUM GOOD FOR HEALTH ? Capsicum has an excellent source of vitamin A and C.Red capsicum has more than green one.These are good source of dietary fiber vitamin E,B6 and folate.The sweetness of capsicums is due to their natural sugars.Green capsicum has less sugar than red capsicum.It has also vitamin B9,K Manganese Potassium.It can be eaten raw or cooked. Capsicum is known as peppers,sweet peppers,red pepper,green pepper,red capsicum,green capsicum,bell pepper,red bell pepper,green bell pepper,banana capsicum,and it's botanical name is Capsicum annuum L. what is it ? The rainbow of colors in which capsicum appears in Australia hints at the versatility of this vegetable stuff it with herbs,meat and rice,roast and use the smoky flesh in dips or simply eat it raw as a crudite,a traditional French appetizer. Energy :- 100 g of green capsicum supplies 90 kj and 105 kj from red capsicum. CHOOSING CAPSICUM : When choosing capsicums you should select ones with firm,

Taro and it's leaves are the nature's gift to human beings.These are green plant in color which has various health benefits.These are very rich in vitamin C which is an antioxidant and has numerous health benefits.The taro leaves and roots both contain nutrients and are fit for consumption. HEALTH BENEFITS OF TARO LEAVES ;- Taro is known as colocasia or elephant year which is found in tropical Asia.Taro leaves help boost our body's immunity.When the immune system functions effectively,diseases will be kept at bay.Taro roots are also rich in fiber.It has been known since ancient times that taro leaves can be used for treating various diseases like arthritis,asthma,diarrhea,skin disorders,neurological disorders.Numerous steroids have been found to contain several pharmacological properties.It has anti-inflammatory,and analgesic properties. The leaves contain calcium oxalate,fibers,calcium,phosphorus,starch,as well as vitamins A,B and C.They also contain anthocyanins

Black pepper is known as the 'King of Spices'and used in ancient Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years due to its high concentration of potent,beneficial plant compounds. Black pepper is one of the most commonly used spices worldwide,which is made by grinding peppercorns,which are dried berries from the vine Piper nigrum.It has a sharp and mildly spicy flavor that goes well with many dishes.But it is more than just a kitchen staple.It has been deemed the "king of spices" lack pepper has a number of health benefits as follows :- 1. Helpful for Brain :- It has demonstrated potential benefits for symptoms related to degenerative brain conditions like Alzheimer's and parkinson's disease. 2. High in Antioxidants :- Black pepper is rich in a potent Antioxidant called piperine,which may help prevent free radical damage to your cells. 3. It has Anti-Inflammatory Properties :-Chronic inflammation may be an underlying factor in many conditions,such as heart