health Cloves Clove is the dried bud of the flower. The plant is an evergreen plant growing in tropical and subtropical conditions. 4 years ago • 2 min read
health-benefits Ghee- fact sheet Ghee is a derivative of butter with no lactose. Ghee is one of the seven healthy fats needed in the kitchen. 4 years ago • 1 min read
health-benefits Garlic fact sheet Herbalists and Naturopaths regard garlic as something of a miracle food and use it as a remedy for dozens of complaints ranging from asthma to arthritis. 4 years ago • 2 min read
nutrition Asafoetida (Hing) According to the Ayurveda, asafoetida (Hing) is considered to be one of the best spices. It reduces vata and kapha and thus it is used for balancing the vata dosha. 4 years ago • 5 min read
health Glycemic index--Glycemic load The Glycemic Index (GI) is a relative ranking of carbohydrates in foods according to how they affect blood glucose levels. It is obtained by multiplying the quality of carbohydrates in a given food by the amount of carbohydrate in a serving of that food. 4 years ago • 3 min read
food Ajwain (Trachyspermum ammi) Common, familiar Indian household spice rich in fibre, minerals, vitamins and antioxidants and commonly known as carom or bishop's seed is Ajwain. 4 years ago • 2 min read
health Health benefits of Bioflavonoids Bioflavonoids or flavonoids are a large class of antioxidants formed as plant and fungus secondary metabolites 4 years ago • 2 min read
food Oxalate foods Oxalate is a naturally-occurring organic compound found in a wide variety of foods. Oxalates are also produced in our body and the metabolism of Vitamin C also results in the production of oxalates. 4 years ago • 4 min read
food Cooking effects on nutrients To improve health and energy levels, nutritious food intake is essential. Some fruits and raw vegetables can be taken by removing the skin but this may cause the elimination of some of their vitamins, minerals and fibre. 4 years ago • 3 min read
food Nutrient requirements of children By adopting healthy eating habits, one can make sure that their children are growing healthy and very strong. It is essential that the food of a child should meet all the nutritional values. Eating should be one of life’s pleasures and children should be encouraged to enjoy a family meal. 4 years ago • 3 min read
