A peanut is a plant that grows pods containing seeds that are known as peanuts, you may think of peanuts as nuts, but they are actually legumes. Despite the deceptive name peanut, this plant is more closely related to peas than it is to almonds and hazelnuts. Peanuts are especially good source of healthful fats protein and fiber. They also contain plenty of potassium, phosphorous, magnesium and B vitamins. Despite being high in calories, peanuts are nutrient rich and low in carbohydrates.
Garden egg is a type of eggplant that is used as a food crop in several countries in Africa. It is a small, white fruit with a tear drop or roundish shape that is valued for its bitterness. A serving of eggplant can provide at 5% of a person's daily requirement of fiber, copper, manganese, B-6 and thiamine. It also contains other vitamins and minerals.
Okra leaves are heart sharped and 3-5 lobed. The flowers are yellow with a crimson Centre. The fruit or pod, hairy at the base is tapering 10 angled capsules 10-25cm in length that contains numerous oval dark colored seeds. Okra is rich in vitamins A and C as well as antioxidants that help reduces the risk of serious health conditions like cancer, diabetes, stroke and heart diseases, is also a good source of magnesium
The passion fruit is sweet exotic fruit with a delicious, slightly tart flavor. The fruit is round and has a hard skin. It contains yellow pulp with black, edible seeds. Passion fruit is rich in vitamin C which is antioxidant that helps protect the body from damaged caused by free radicals. Vitamin C boosts the immune system by helping the body to absorb more iron from plant based foods, and may improve the body's ability to fight off infections in the body.
The habanero pepper has a slightly fruity flavor. It registers between 100000 and 35000 scoville heat units on the scale. That's milder than a ghost pepper but hotter than the cayenne pepper, making it one of the hottest chilies you will find. Although there's some variation in flavor and heat level, each color of pepper packs a powerful punch. Green peppers are milder, while red and orange are the spiciest habaneros. In addition, habanero contain significant amounts of vitamin C and A, both of which act as antioxidants, compounds that may decrease the risk of cancer by inhibiting the DNA damaging effects of radicals
Is an herbaceous perennial in the family convolvulaceae grown for its edible storage roots. The plant has enlarged roots called tubers which act as an energy store for the plant. The plant tubers can be variable in shape and can be red, brown, white or purple in color. Sweet potatoes have a fusiform shape, orange color and thicker and hard rind. There are 2 types of sweet potatoes, those with dry flesh and those with gelatinous flesh. Sweet potatoes are a rich source of fiber as well as containing an array of vitamins and minerals including iron, calcium selenium and they are a good source of most of our B vitamins and vitamin C.
Pineapple is a tropical fruit with a tough outer shell that looks like a pine cone with edible yellow fruit in side. Pineapples have exceptional juiciness and vibrant tropical flavor that balances the tastes of sweet and tart. The area closer to the base of the fruit has more sugar content and therefore a sweeter taste and more tender texture. Here are the health benefits of pineapples; contains disease fighting antioxidants, its enzymes can ease digestion, may help reduce the risk of cancer, may boost immunity and suppress inflammation, may speed recovery after surgery or strenuous exercise and loaded with nutrients. Our pineapples are classified according to size code A-H with average weight ranging from 2500gms (size A) to 800gms (size H). The minimum weight of a pineapple is 700gms
They have a thin, light colored skin and are available in yellow, red and white. Summer fresh onions are known for their mild taste and are often referred to as sweet onions. With their delicate taste, fresh onions are an ideal choice for salads or lightly cooked dishes. The structure and the mechanical properties of onions are important factors affecting their textural quality. The onion bulb consists of several layers of pigmented, papery scales surrounding fleshy storage scales that comprise an upper epidermis. Packed with nutrients, onions are nutrient dense, meaning they are low in calories but high in vitamins. May benefit heart health, loaded with antioxidants, contain cancer fighting compounds, help control blood sugar, may boost bone density, have antibacterial properties and may boost digestive health.
Nilotica Shea butter is extracted from the Nilotica Shea tree, native to East Africa and cousin to Paradoxa species sourced from West Africa. It contains high therapeutic and conditioning properties. It is prized for its intensive moisture, suppleness and gentle nutty scent. Style : Cold pressed Quality : Grade A Color : Light yellow Melting point : 26-28C Packaging : Hpde bucket p/18kg Origin : Uganda
