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Saturday 20 October 2018

Amazing Health Benefits of Fenugreek

Fenugreek is an annual plant that is also known as methi in many places in the world. It is a member of the bean family and its scientific family name is Fabaceae. It is native to the Middle and Near East and is widely used in the Indian subcontinent. Fenugreek is an annual herb with light green leaves and small white flowers.  The fenugreek plant grows to about two to three feet tall, and the seed pods contain 10–20 small, flat, yellow-brown, pungent and aromatic seeds.

Fenugreek seeds have a somewhat bitter taste, similar to celery, maple syrup or burnt sugar, and are often used to make medicine. However, it has a far more pleasant taste when cooked. The graecum seeds, which are usually dried and ground, are the most widely used part of fenugreek. The leaves are often used in cooking as well. Fenugreek is also known as ‘Kasuri Methi’. It is a very ancient spice which is used for flavouring various dishes. These leaves are bitter in taste, when added to any recipe it will surely titillate your taste bud. In addition to taste, it has numerous nutritional values as well. Fenugreek leaves is a natural herb which works as a nutritional supplement. The reason why this herb is used by various herb lovers since ages is because it is very effective in battling diseases and also has numerous health benefits.

Health Benefits of Fenugreek

Good For Diabetes: Being rich in anti-diabetic elements, this spice can take care of the glucose metabolism in our system and can control and treat diabetes efficiently.

Skin Disease: The vitamins and the anti-oxidants of the fenugreek eliminate the toxins that are present in the pimples or boils. It also prevents Eczema. It is also help to eliminate the scars on the face.

Reduces risk of heart disease: Due to the presence of galactomannan, fenugreek plays a key role in maintain your heart health. It also contains high amount of potassium that counters the action of sodium to help control heart rate and blood pressure.

Lowers Cholesterol Level: Kasuri methi is known to cut down cholesterol levels and will be of immense help to people with lipid fluctuations.

Reduces Cardiovascular Risks: Fenugreek seeds contain 25% galactomannan which is a type of natural soluble fiber that helps prevent heart diseases.

Weight Reduction Property: It greatly helps in reducing fat and weight of the body if one eats the soaked methi seeds in morning on empty stomach.

Allergies: You should give up on the consumption of fenugreek leaves if you develop certain allergies like breathlessness, fainting, rashes, etc.

Treats Kidney Problems: Traditional Chinese medicine recommends the use of fenugreek for patients suffering from various kidney conditions.

Protects from Cancer: Studies have shown that the fibers in fenugreek may help prevent certain cancers.

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Friday 12 October 2018

Amazing Health Benefits of Lady Finger (Bhindi)

Lady finger , also known as okra or gumbo in English and bhindi in Hindi, is a green vegetable that is packed with nutrients. This high fiber vegetable is known for its high soluble and insoluble fiber content. This vegetable is usually used in many recipes and is also a part of many nutritional diets, as it is beneficial to the heart. it can be eaten raw, cooked, or steamed depending on the diet plan. it helps in normalizing blood sugar levels, relieves constipation acts as a respiratory soother.

Okra farming is a moneyproviding crop and can be cultivated through out the year. Okra is member of “Malvaceae” family and its genus is “Abelmoschus”. The texture of this vegetable is quite sticky and tastes very delicious specially when made them fried. In India major okra growing states are basically Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and West Bengal.

Health Benefits of Lady Finger

Vitamin K : Vitamin K is a co-factor in blood-clotting process and also plays a major role in strengthening the bones in our body.

Weight Loss: The low calorie content of Okra and its high fibre content make it a suitable food for weight loss. It provides minimum calories and its high fibre levels help in keeping you full for longer.

Okra is (Lady Finger) good remedy for prevention of skin pigmentation.

Prevents Kidney Diseases: Almost half of the diseases related to kidneys are caused by diabetes. If you take okra regularly in your diet and okra water as well, it will help prevent kidney diseases.

Rich Fiber
: Okra’s rich fiber content helps in better digestion, and regularization of bowels. The soluble fiber, Pectin, swells up in the intestine and helps in easier elimination of the wastes from the intestine.

Asthma: People diagnosed with asthma are strongly suggested to consume Okra.

Improves immunity: Another important benefit of lady finger is that it contains Vitamin C which helps in improving immunity.

Cholesterol: This vegetable ensures lesser absorption of cholesterol preventing heart diseases and ailments occurring due to cholesterol in the blood.

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