Cardamom is a spice that originated in India, Nepal, and Bhutan. Today, it is available in most tropical places in Asia, including India, China, Bhutan, Vietnam, Malaysia, Korea, and Japan. It is regarded as the Queen of Spices and is one of the most expensive spices, ranking third, the first and second being saffron and vanilla, respectively.
It is believed that cultivation of cardamom began in the tropical and humid climate of the Western Ghats in India. In botanical terms, cardamom belongs to the family of Zingibercease and its scientific name is Elettaria cardamomum. There are two main types or subspecies of cardamom. Their scientific names are Elettaria, which is called green or true cardamom, and Amomum.
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Health Benefits of Cardamom
·,Anti-Carcinogenic Properties
·,Good for Cardiovascular Health
·,Control of Cholesterol
·,Protection Against Gastrointestinal Diseases
·,Dental Diseases
·,Anti-Spasmodic Properties
Coconut trees are considered wonder trees by mankind. Not only the fruit, but the whole palm, is reported to be very useful. Coconuts provide coconut water and the flesh inside the nut. The water and flesh supply us with essential nutrients that can keep our stomachs full and give us energy to increase endurance. The scientific name of coconut is Cocos nucifera and it belongs to the Arecaceae or palm family. The fruit or the seed is technically known as a drupe, and it is not a nut, despite the name.
Carrots
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All those naughty children around the world often refuse to eat their vegetables, yet they share something else in common. They almost all like potatoes! This is the strange and magical quality of potatoes; you will rarely find anyone who dislikes them or refuses to eat them. They are in almost every major continental diet in some form, and they can be prepared in dozens of ways, including baked, fried, sliced, mashed, and many more. They are native to the Americas, most likely in the Andes, Peru, and Bolivia. They were first cultivated somewhere between 7,000 and 10,000 years ago in that Central American and South American region. The term potato can refer to either the plant or the entire tuber, which is rather shapeless and ugly, in most varieties. It’s scientific name is Solanum Tuberosum, and it is actually a member of the Nightshade family.
The health benefits of Potatoes are very good source of vitamin b6, vitamin c, copper ,potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, niacin, dietary fiber ,pantothenic acid .It helps in lowering blood pressure level, building up of cells cardiovascular protection and plays a pivotal role in athletic performance .
Health Benefits of Potato:
- Weight Gain
- Facilitates Digestion
- Helps to prevent Scurvy
- Provides relief from Rheumatism
- Cancer Prevention
- Stimulates Brain function
- Prevents formations of Kidney stones
Onions, which have the scientific classification of Allium cepa, also contain a number of antioxidant compounds that are very effective in neutralizing the free radicals present in the human body. Onions have been used for millennia by human beings for medicinal purposes. Onions have been one of the staple plants in the diet of humans for more than 7,000 years, and during much of that time, onions were actually cultivated. There are still wild species in certain areas of Asia, but for the most part, onions are a globally grown and cultivated plant. Throughout history, onions were even worshiped by certain cultures, like the Egyptians, who buried them with their pharaoh. This fascination with onions could have stemmed from its versatility and availability, or from the medicinal and beneficial properties they have already discovered from this powerful little bulb plant.
The health benefits of onions include their role in substantially relieving a number of diseases including the common cold, asthma, bacterial infections, respiratory problems, angina, and cough. Onions are also known to repel bloodthirsty insects. In other words, you may say that onions are a true gift from nature, even if they do make you cry.
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Garlic is the oldest known medicinal plant variety or spice in existence. Mankind recognized the curative qualities of this magic herb over 3,000 years ago. Sir Louis Pasteur, the scientist who discovered pasteurization, effectively utilized the anti-bacterial qualities of garlic all the way back in 1858.
Garlic has a pungent smell, and is good in certain dishes, but is there more too it? Why is garlic so often considered a great, healthy herb? Well, for one, it has the vital chemical compound allicin, which is a wonderful therapeutic ingredient with many medicinal qualities. The allicin compound contains sulfur, which gives the garlic its pungent savor and peculiar smell. The health benefits of garlic are innumerable. It helps fight heart ailments, fight cold, cough, and lowers blood pressure.
Health Benefits of Beetroot :
Diabetes
Hypertension
Intestinal Problems
Sweet Potatoes, also known as yams, are tuberous crops with the scientific name Ipomoea Batatas. Its plant is a creeper with heart-shaped or lobed leaves. The tubers color vary from purple or red to pale yellow or white, depending upon the variety, soil type, climate and available minerals.
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Health benefits of Sweet potato
,Immune System
,Inflammation
,Asthma
,Bronchitis
,Arthritis
,Cancer
,Stomach Ulcers
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Honey has been used by countless cultures all around the world over the past 2,500 years. Honey is used by many people as a source of energy. On the other hand, one tablespoon of sugar will give you about 15 calories. Furthermore, the carbohydrates in honey can be easily converted into glucose by even the most sensitive stomachs, since it is very easy for the body to digest this pure, natural substance.
While the numerous health benefits of honey have made it an important element of traditional medicines such as auyrvedic treatments, scientists are also researching the benefits of honey in relation to modern medicine, particularly in the healing of wounds.
Health Benefits of Honey:
- Sweetener
- Weight Loss
- Energy Source
- Improving Athletic Performance
- Source of Vitamins and Minerals
- Antibacterial and Antifungal Properties
- Antioxidants
Turmeric is a perennial herb that is native to India and has the scientific name of Curcuma longa. The herb itself is derived from the rhizome of the plant, which is dried before the useful powdered form can be acquired. It needs a rather specific temperature and environment to thrive, so it is not widely cultivated throughout the world, but it is exported around the globe due to its desirability. The color of turmeric powder is perhaps the most striking characteristic, as it is bright yellow. You’ve certainly seen it, even if you haven’t recognized it, and if you have ever enjoyed Indian food, you have almost certainly consumed it.
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Health Benefits of Turmeric finger/powder
,Anti-Inflammatory Capacity
,Gastrointestinal Issues
,Menstrual Issues
,Cystic Fibrosis
,Cancer Treatment and Prevention
,Detoxification of the Body
,Cognitive Abilities
Scientifically known as Cucumis sativus, cucumbers belong to the same family as zucchinis, watermelons, pumpkins, and other types of summer squash. The plant where cucumbers grow is a creeping vine that develops the cylindrical, edible fruits throughout the year. You will find different varieties of cucumber grown in different regions, and they are usually eaten fresh or pickled. Cucumbers typically eaten fresh are calledslicing cucumbers. Gherkin cucumbers are specially produced to make pickles. These are much smaller in size than slicing cucumbers. Slicing cucumbers are available throughout the year, but they are at their best between May and July. Cucumbers originated in India almost 10,000 years ago, but are now cultivated in many different countries and continents. Recently, different varieties of cucumbers are traded on the international market and you will find them in abundance all year long.
Cucumbers are extremely beneficial for overall health, especially during the summer since it is mostly made of water and important nutrients that are essential for the human body. The flesh of cucumbers is rich in vitamins A, C, and folic acid while the hard skin of cucumbers is rich in fiber and a range of minerals include magnesium, molybdenum, and potassium. Additionally, cucumber contains silica, a trace mineral that contributes greatly to strengthening our connective tissues. Cucumbers are known to heal many skin problems, under eye swelling and sunburn. Cucumbers also contain ascorbic and caffeic acids which prevent water loss, therefore cucumber is frequently applied topically to burns and dermatitis.
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Health benefits of Cucumber
·,Manage Diabetes
·,Controls Blood Pressure
·,Prevents Constipation and Keeps Kidneys Healthy
The Indian Gooseberry belongs to the Euphorbiaceae family. This fruit ripens in the autumn in wet, forested, hilly areas on the Indian subcontinent. In India it is considered a sacred tree. The fruit is very nourishing, but it tastes sour. Both dried and fresh fruits can be consumed for their health benefits.
The health benefits of Indian Gooseberry, also known as Amla, can be partially attributed to its high vitamin-C content. Amla enhances food absorption, balances stomach acid, fortifies the liver, nourishes the brain and mental functioning, supports the heart, strengthens the lungs, regulates elimination of free radicals, enhances fertility, helps the urinary system, increases skin health, promotes healthier hair, acts as a body coolant, flushes out toxins, increases vitality, strengthens eyes, improves muscle tone and, acts as an antioxidant.
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Health benefits of Amla
· Hair care
· Eye Care
· Calcium Absorption
· Metabolic Activity
· Menstrual Cramps
· Diuretic Activity
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Radish, that common and beloved part of your salad, is a root crop, and it is pungent or sweet in taste with a lot of juice. Radishes can be white, and in terms of shape, it can be long and cylindrical or round. They are eaten raw, cooked or pickled. The oil obtained from the seeds of radish is also used in a number of products and beneficial health applications.
The health benefits of Radishes are very good for the liver and stomach. It is extremely useful in treating jaundice because it removes bilirubin and also keeps its production at a stable level. Considered roughage, which means that it is composed of indigestible carbohydrates, which is one of the major causes of piles. Water are diuretic in nature, which means that they increase the production of urine retention and it fixes constipation. Detoxifiers and are rich in vitamin-C, folic and anthocyanins, they have been connected to treating many types of cancer, particularly colon, kidney, intestinal, stomach and oral cancer. Radishes are part of the Brassica family.
Health Benefits of Radish:
- Treating Jaundice
- Respiratory Disorders, Bronchitis and Asthma
- Radish juice reduces pain and swelling
- Vitamin-C and Immune System Health
- Respiratory Conditions and Sore Throats
- Liver & Gallbladder
- Treats Infection in Kidney and urinary system
Cabbage is a leafy vegetable of Brassica family, and is round or oval in shape. It consists of soft, light green or whitish inner leaves covered with harder and dark green outer leaves. It is widely used throughout the world, and can be prepared in a number of ways, but most commonly, it is included as either a cooked or raw part of many salads .
The health benefits of cabbage include frequent use as a treatment for constipation, stomach ulcers, headaches, obesity, skin disorders, eczema, jaundice, scurvy, rheumatism, arthritis, gout, eye disorders, heart diseases, ageing, and Alzheimer’s disease.
Health Benefits of Cabbage :
Cancer Prevention
Anti-Inflammatory Properties
Eye Health
Weight Loss
Brain Health
Bone Health
Controls Blood Pressure
Skin Care and Premature Aging
Muscle Aches
Tapioca is a delicious starch extract derived from the cassava plant. Its most common use is in tapioca pudding, but the plant elements are also used in certain cultures as a sweet candy or snack. The useful part of the cassava plant is the root, which is where tapioca is acquired, and this plant is now cultivated and enjoyed around the globe. Its native is South America, namely Northeastern Brazil, where it is simply known as cassava, but in other places on earth, it is known by other names, including manioc, yuca, and manihot. Each root is usually 1-2 pounds, and is rough, elongated, and brown in color. The flesh of the tuber is white and very high in carbohydrates. However, this sweet-tasting flesh should only be consumed after proper cooking.
The health benefits of tapioca include its ability to help in healthy weight gain, increase circulation and red blood cell count, protect against birth defects, improve digestion, lower cholesterol, prevent diabetes, improve metabolic activities, protect bone mineral density, prevent Alzheimer’s disease, protects heart health, and maintains fluid balance within the body.
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Health Benefits of Tapioca
·,Healthy Weight Gain
·,Increased Circulation
·,Birth Defects
·,Neurological Health
·,Metabolic Activity
·,Reduces risk of cardiovascular disorders
Okra is a flowering plant that is known in many parts of the world as ladies’ fingers or bhindi, and is most highly prized because of its seed pods. The scientific name of this interesting plant is Abelmoschus esculentusand it is unsure where the actual beginning of this vegetable was. Contrasting research says that it could have been South Asian, West African, and Ethiopian in origin, but the jury is still out. America is the main country that calls this vegetable okra, and it has many names around the world.
The health benefits of okra include its ability to lower total cholesterol levels, improve digestive health, improve vision, boost skin health, protect infant health, prevent certain cancers, strengthen bones, improve cardiovascular health, aid the immune system, lower blood pressure, and protect heart health.
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Health benefits of Okra
,Digestive Health
,Vision Booster
,Skin Health
,Blood Pressure and Heart Health
,Immune System
Turnips are root vegetables that are easy to grow. Turnips with the greens are used in many world cuisines. Turnips are very nutritious vegetables that contain many minerals and vitamins. Turnips are an excellent source of potassium, sodium, and calcium. They are also a good source ofmagnesium and phosphorus. Furthermore, they small amount of iron, zinc, copper, manganese, and selenium.
Turnips are used to treat arthritis and are good antioxidants and lower the risk of obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, and cancers of the stomach, pancreas, and bladder. They are also helpful in treating lung diseases. Turnips help prevent cataracts and cardiovascular disease as well.
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Fenugreek is an annual plant that is also known as methi in many places of the world. It is native to the Middle and Near East, and is widely used on the Indian subcontinent. It has small round leaves that can be dried, as well as seeds. There is even evidence that the ancient Egyptians understood the benefits of fenugreek, since fenugreek seeds have been found in tombs, particularly of Tutankhamen.
This plant is grown in countries across the globe, but the majority is cultivated and consumed in India. Fenugreek is interesting, because it can be used for three distinct purposes. The leaves can be dried and used as herbs, the seeds can be ground into a spice, and the plant matter itself can be used as a vegetable, like sprouts and microgreens. This makes fenugreek so important, because there are healthy attributes in all of those plant parts that can boost your health.
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Health Benefits of Fenugreek Leaves/Powder
·,Good for Breast Feeding Mothers
·,Reduces Menstrual Discomfort
·,Minimizes Symptoms of Menopause
·,Reduces Cholesterol
·,Relief for Sore Throats
·,Good for Kidney Trouble
Red cabbage is a nutritious and delicious vegetable that has become very popular throughout the world for a number of reasons. Not only is it very good for the body, but it also adds flavor and flair to a wide variety of dishes. Red cabbage, also known as purple cabbage or red kraut, is a member of the Brassicaceae family and can be found throughout Northern Europe, America, and parts of China. It isn’t clear what the exact progression of its native location is, but it is an offshoot of the traditional cabbage species.
The health benefits of red cabbage include a prevention of premature aging, reducing the chances of cancer, improve the health of the skin and eyes, helps in weight loss, boosts the immune system, helps to build stronger bones, detoxifies the body, prevents diabetes, improves heart health, slows down the onset of Alzheimer’s, and treats ulcers.
Health Benefits of Red Cabbage
·Cancer Prevention
·Weight Loss Aid
·Premature Aging
·Ulcers
·Immune System Booster
·Bone Mineral Density
An ancestral spice, red chili peppers are a diverse and pungent edible fruit from any of the varieties within the Capsicum genus of plant. With known popular use of capsicum, multi culturally, and for generations around the globe. Interest is developing in knowing about the medicinal benefits of this natural plant food and culinary spice. Many people are familiar with use of chili peppers in the preparation of spicy meals. What is it that makes the chili pepper spicy? The answer is capsicum. An odorless, tasteless phyto chemical and producer of the chili pepper’s heat.
The health benefits of capsicum include relief from cancer, peptic ulcer, menopausal problems, low risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes. It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic properties and may also provide relief in pain related to arthritis. It also provides relief from fibromyalgia, skin aging and psoriasis.
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Health benefits of Capsicum
·,Anti-inflammatory properties
·,Mucilage
·,Chemopreventive properties
·,Antioxidant properties
·,Immunology
·,Diabetic neuropathy
·,Fibromyalgia
People use lemons to make lemonade by mixing lemon juice and water. Many people also use lemon as a washing agent, because of its ability to remove stains. The scent of lemon can also repel mosquitoes, while drinking lemon juice with olive oil helps to get rid of gall stones. Lemon is well known for its medicinal power and is used in many different ways. As per the results reported in a study by the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases, lemon provides protection against inflammatory polyarthritis and arthritis.
The health benefits of lemons are due to its many nourishing elements like vitamin C, vitamin B6, vitamin A,vitamin E, folate, niacin thiamin, riboflavin, pantothenic acid, copper, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium,zinc, phosphorus and protein. Lemon is a fruit that contains flavonoids, which are composites that contain antioxidant and cancer fighting properties. It helps to prevent diabetes, constipation, high blood pressure, fever, indigestion and many other problems, as well as improving the skin, hair, and teeth. Studies conducted at the American Urological Association highlight the fact that lemonade or lemon juice can eliminate the occurrence of kidney stones by forming urinary citrate, which prevents the formation of crystals.
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Moringa oleifera, also known as drumstick tree, is a highly valued and versatile plant which belongs to the Moringaceae family. Moringa is a fast growing, deciduous tree that is native to India and is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical areas all over Asia, Africa and South America. It is widely known with many other names, including Horseradish tree and Ben oil tree.
The moringa tree has thick, whitish bark with droopy, fragile branches and long, green, oval-shaped leaflets. In Ayurvedic therapy, moringa is valued for its impressive range of therapeutic uses, commonly attributed to its antifungal, antiviral, antidepressant and anti-inflammatory properties. In some areas, it is simply known as ‘shigru’.
The health benefits of moringa include relief from stomach disorders, allergies and edema. The antioxidant power of moringa aids in liver protection, diabetes, eye protection, cardiovascular health, bone health, uroliathiasis, wound healing, healthy hair and skin. The antibacterial and antifungal properties of moringa help to fight various infections, including herpes.
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