The potato is a starchy tuber of the plant Solanum tuberosum and is a root vegetable native to the Americas. The plant is a perennial in the nightshade family Solanaceae. Wild potato species can be found from the southern United States to southern Chile.
Red Potatoes also contain a variety of phytonutrients that have antioxidant activity. Among these important health-promoting compounds are carotenoids, flavonoids, and caffeic acid, as well as unique tuber storage proteins, such as patatin
The onion, also known as the bulb onion or common onion, is a vegetable that is the most widely cultivated species of the genus Allium. The shallot is a botanical variety of the onion which was classified as a separate species until 2010. Its close relatives include garlic, scallion, leek, and chive.
Garlic : Garlic nutrient-rich: every 100 grams of water containing 69.8 grams, 4.4 grams of protein, 0.2 grams of fat, carbon garlic Garlic (22 sheets) Water compound 23.6 grams, calcium 5 mg, phosphorus 44 mg, iron 0.4 mg, vitamin C3 mg. In addition, also contains thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, allicin, citral and selenium and germanium and other trace elements. Containing about 0.2% volatile oil, the main ingredient in the garlic allicin, with a bactericidal effect, is contained in the garlic of garlic acid by the role of garlic hydrolysis. Still contains a variety of allyl, propyl and methyl composition of thioether compounds.
They are low in calories and rich in vitamin C, potassium, folate and vitamin K. They also contain lots of a powerful antioxidant called lycopene, which has been linked to a number of health benefits, including reducing the risk of heart disease and some cancers.
Chili peppers, from Nahuatl chilli, are varieties of the berry-fruit of plants from the genus Capsicum, which are members of the nightshade family Solanaceae, cultivated for their pungency. Chili peppers are widely used in many cuisines as a spice to add "heat" to dishes.
In Greek mythology, the pomegranate was known as the 'fruit of the dead' as it was said to have arisen from the blood of Adonis. It also prominently featured in the myth of Hades and Persephone
Lemons (Citrus limon) are among the world's most popular citrus fruits. They grow on lemon trees and are a hybrid of the original citron and lime. There are many ways to enjoy lemons, but they taste very sour and are usually not eaten alone or as a whole fruit.
People typically use fresh ginger in cooking, and some take ginger supplements for their possible health benefits. Antioxidants and other nutrients in ginger may help prevent or treat arthritis, inflammation, and various types of infection. Researchers have also studied its potential to reduce the risk of diabetes, cancer, and other health problem
