…enugreek) is a herb & has immense medicinal value. It is very good for digestion as it has high dietary fibre. The leaves & sprouts are also eaten cooked as a vegetable. The dried seeds are used as a condiment, spice & in medicinal preparations. It is popular in many cuisines worldwide. Even though it has a bitter taste & has a characteristicly strong smell, it is enjoyed by many as it depends on the way one prepares it. Dried meth…
…est & throat as the plant has vital anti-bacterial properties. It aids digestion & weight reduction. It contains vital vitamins, calcium & iron which is essential during pregnancy & lactation. Besides, it is very effective against digestive disorders & is a blood purifier. It is used in Ayurveda to prepare herbal medicines, health tonics & beauty treatments as well. In fact the drumstick tree is a great boon to mankind. Tod…
…Gourd and Moong Dal are made for each other as they are light and aid easy digestion. Turai/Dodka/Tori/Ridge Gourd has excellent cooling properties, is low in saturated fat and cholesterol, high in dietary fibre, has vitamin C, riboflavin, zinc, thiamin, iron, magnesium and manganese. You can make a dry subzi or a gravy and tastes good with rice and rotis. This vegetable with lentils is so tasty and delicious. It brings out the best flavor with fe…
…e, smoothie, paste, raw slices and cooked vegetable is recommended to ease digestion problems, boost the immune system. It helps detox and purify the blood, cures the skin from ailments, clears the skin, helps lower blood sugar levels and hence control diabetes. It is rich in vitamins, minerals and is low in calories so is considered good for weight loss. Just mention the word “Karela” and you will find people making all types of faces in disgust…