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Health Benefits of Turmeric

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  Turmeric is a powerful spice that not only adds flavor and color to the cuisine but also improves one's health. So, certainly, it qualifies as a remedy in our kitchen pharmacy.   It has several advantages because of its major component 'CURCUMIN,' which acts as an ANALGESIC, ANTIOXIDANT, ANTIBIOTIC, ANTI-INFLAMMATORY, ANTICANCER, & ANTIOXIDANT. Turmeric, on the other hand, has a low curcumin concentration.   1. Turmeric Provides Bioactive Compounds With Potent Medicinal Properties     The major active element in turmeric is curcumin. It has potent anti-inflammatory properties and is a potent antioxidant. Because curcumin is fat soluble, it may be beneficial to take it with a fatty meal.   2. Curcumin is a Natural Anti-Inflammatory Compound.     Inflammation is extremely important. It helps the body fight foreign invaders and also plays a role in repairing the damage. Without inflammation, pathogens such as bacteria could ...

Cooking with Olive Oil

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  Olive oil enhances the flavour of dishes and spices, produces a pleasant mouthfeel, and fills the hunger. Because of its amazing health -boosting benefits, it may be used liberally to improve both savoury and sweet foods without guilt (though if you're looking to lose weight, then may not want to overuse it because, like all fats, it has nine calories per gramme).   Virgin and extra-virgin oils are best utilised raw or at low to medium temperatures when cooked. For high-heat applications such as frying, purified and olive oil quality oils are the best choices.   The smoke point of an oil is the degree at which it begins to smoke when heated. Any oil that has reached its smoke point is no longer beneficial for you. If an oil reaches its smoke point, gently dump it and begin again. Most other oils have a lower smoke point than olive oil (about 400 degrees Fahrenheit). The smoke point of refined olive oils is somewhat higher (about 410 degrees Fahrenheit).  ...

Besan health benefits

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  Besan is gram flour or chickpea powder that is high in fiber and minerals. It can be found in practically every Indian home and is used to make delectable pakoras. Chickpea flour may also be used in place of wheat flour in various sauces and gravies since it mixes well and adds a nutty taste . This versatile medication has several health advantages and is a key component in many skin-lightening home treatments. It is used to the skin to exfoliate and cleanse it. It may also be used as a hair pack. It aids in weight loss and diabetes management. Here are some of besan's health advantages:   1. Beneficial to the heart Besan includes soluble fiber, which is good for your heart. The fiber component of besan flour helps to reduce cholesterol levels, which aids in the appropriate working of the heart and good blood circulation.   2. Reduces diabetes Besan is one of the most effective diabetic home treatments. Diabetes is kept under control via a reduced glycemic i...

Reasons Why You Should Eat Arhar/Toor Dal Every Day

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  Dals and legumes are stapled foods in each and every Indian home, and no meal is complete without these protein-rich legumes. Dals, a protein powerhouse, are high in vitamins and minerals. Toor, urad, masoor, moong, and chana dals are some of the most regularly used dals in India, and they are prepared in a variety of cuisines. Toor dal is one such dal that has a major role in Indian cooking.   Toor dal, also known as split pigeon pea, crimson gram, arhar dal, or toor dal, is a perennial legume belonging to the Fabaceae family. Toor dal, a native crop of India, is the main accompaniment with roti or rice; nutritionists and health experts agree that it is a complete diet that should be included in the regular meal plan. It is also a widespread cuisine in Asia, Africa, and America, and has been farmed for 3500 years. The seed pods are flat, sickle-shaped, and grow to a length of 5-9cm, with each pod containing 2-9 seeds in a variety of colors including white, cream, yellow...

ADVANTAGES OF COCONUT OIL ON HEALTH

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Coconut has one of the most inspiring modern-day comeback tales. You've undoubtedly been instructed to avoid it at all costs since it's heavy in saturated fat, which can hurt your heart if consumed in excess. However, in recent years, some individuals have come to embrace coconut as a potentially healthy meal.   What Exactly Is a Coconut?   Is coconut considered a fruit? A nut? To add to the confusion, coconut can be a fruit, a nut, or a seed. It's technically a brittle one-seeded drupe. Picking up a coconut that has fallen from a coconut palm reveals a hard and green coating known as the exocarp. The mesocarp is the husk (brown and hairy) that lies directly under that layer. That is the endocarp, which is the seed's outer layer. When you open the seed, you'll notice a white coating of coconut "meat" and liquid.   What is coconut oil?   Coconut oil is an edible oil taken from the meat of matured coconuts and obtained from the Arecaceae plan...

Read Everything You Need to Know About Mustard Oil

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  Mustard oil is flexible and widely utilized around the world. In India, it is often known as Sarson ka Tel and is a staple in every kitchen. Mustard oil has a robust flavor that complements a variety of foods. Not only that, but it also provides several health advantages.   However, with the scarcity of cholesterol and an increase in heart disease, many individuals have grown concerned about the type and quality of oil they eat on a regular basis. This has resulted in an upsurge in the sale of healthy oils including olive oil, sunflower oil, rice bran oil, and grapeseed oil, to mention a few.   It's also worth noting that mustard is beneficial to diabetics due to its anti-inflammatory effects. As a result, it is regarded as one of the best oils for use in diabetic recipes.   Nutrition of Mustard Oil   Mustard oil contains around 60% monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA), (42% erucic acid and 12% oleic acid), 21% polyunsaturated fats (PUFA), (6% om...