CUTE LITTLE EGGS

This cute little white (sometimes brown) friends of ours are a power house of nutrients.

Health benefits of Eggs :-
The health benefits of eggs are numerous but I have tried to compile as many as possible here.So here we go.....

1. Eggs are great for the eyes. According to one study, an egg a day may prevent macular degeneraton due to the carotenoid content, specifically lutein and zeaxanthin. Both nutrients are more readily available to our bodies from eggs than from other sources.
2. In another study, researchers found that people who eat eggs every day lower their risk of developing cataracts, also because of the lutein and zeaxanthin in eggs.
3. One egg contains 6 grams of high-quality protein and all 9 essential amino acids.
4. According to a study by the Harvard School of Public Health, there is no significant link between egg consumption and heart disease. In fact, according to one study, regular consumption of eggs may help prevent blood clots, stroke, and heart attacks.
5. They are a good source of choline. One egg yolk has about 300 micrograms of choline. Choline is an important nutrient that helps regulate the brain, nervous system, and cardiovascular system.
6. They contain the right kind of fat. One egg contains just 5 grams of fat and only 1.5 grams of that is saturated fat.
7. New research shows that, contrary to previous belief, moderate consumption of eggs does not have a negative impact on cholesterol. In fact, recent studies have shown that regular consumption of two eggs per day does not affect a person's lipid profile and may, in fact, improve it. Research suggests that it is saturated fat that raises cholesterol rather than dietary cholesterol.
8. Eggs are one of the only foods that contain naturally occurring vitamin D.
9. Eggs may prevent breast cancer. In one study, women who consumed at least 6 eggs per week lowered their risk of breast cancer by 44%.
   10. Eggs promote healthy hair and nails because of their high sulphur content and wide array of vitamins and minerals. Many people find their hair growing faster after adding eggs to their diet, especially if they were previously deficient in foods containing sulphur or B12.

MUSTARD.....

MUSTARD....
Mustard is one of the ancient spices used by almost every country in the world. Other than adding flavor to your food it is also known for its curative power.The unique healing properties of mustard seeds can partly be attributed to their home among the Brassica foods found in the cruciferous plant family.

Mustard has the following nutrients in it..the nutrients are arranged in ascending order of their % in the seed -
-Selenium,Tryptophan,Omega-3 fatty acids,phoporous,manganese,magnesium,dietry fibre,iron,calcium,protein,niacin,zinc and lastly calories.

-Selenium is a nutrient that has been shown to help reduce asthma, arthritis and certain cancers.

-Magnesium also reduces asthma and lowers blood pressure.

Some of the health benefits of mustard's are :-

-Increased rate of metabolism

-Speeds up digestion process by increasing saliva as much as eight times more than normal

-Inhibits cancer cell growth and possibly prevents other types of cancer as well.

-Treatment of skin diseases through the application of sulfur found in mustard.

The four powerful qualities in mustard is antibacterial, anti fungal, antiseptic and has anti-inflammatory properties.

So don't go by the size,just see the amount of benefits given to us by the tiny tot.

SPROUTS FOR HEALTH....

SPROUTS

Sprouts are the only vegetables which gain vitamins even after harvesting them....The most complete and nutritional of all foods that exist.Sprouts are LIVING foods

Sprouts can grow in any climate,the only competitor for the nutrition provided by meat and the most important thing cost friendly.. I think no other vegetable has so many benefits..all in one package.

$ The beneficial changes provided by sprouts are :-

- the starch converts to simple sugars
- the protein provides amino acids
- the fats break down into essential fatty acids
- minerals chelate or merge with protein in a way that increases their function.

$ Sprouts are a powerful source of antioxidants in the form of vitamins, minerals and enzymes, which assist in protecting the body from free radical damage.

$ Raw foods contain oxygen, and sprouts have an abundance of this element.

$ Sprouts are alkaline and have an alkalising affect in the body

$ Sprouts are one of the highest food sources of fibre, essential for good health

$ Chlorophyll-rich foods are our most powerful blood cleansers and blood builders.

$ Sprouts have a generous supply of vitamins . In fact the vitamin content of some seeds can increase from 100% to 2000% in several days of sprouting.

$ The formula for multi-vitamin B and C is hydrogen, oxygen and carbon, together with the life-force and elements in the seeds, this creates a complex carbohydrate, and nutrients are formed.


$ Advantages of sprouts over meat....
~sprouts take less time to digest than meat;
~sprouts are living food; meat is lifeless;
~sprouts are alkaline; meat is acidic;
~sprouts can cut the cost of living; meat is a highly priced item;
~sprouts have no additives; meat may have hormones and chemicals from farming practices;
~sprouts have zero cholesterol, compared to many meats;
~sprouts are a source of oxygen; all cooked foods lack oxygen (meat does however, build red blood cells, which carry 02 molecules);

It wouldn't be inconceivable to find a fountain of youth here, after all, sprouts represent the miracle of birth.

CARROTS

BENEFITS OF CARROTS

Since childhood we have heard our mothers sayinf that if you want good eye-sight eat carrots. Carrots of Asian origin are rich with beta-carotene or Vitamin A,which enhances eye-sight. Other than Vitamin A carros also have other medicinal properties which are not known to everybody.

-The beta-carotene in carrots is an anti-oxident.combating the free radicals that contribute to conditions like cancer, heart disease, and macular degeneration.
- Carrots prevent Cancer
- Carrots consumed daily reduces cholestrol and controls blood pressure.
- Carrot is good for blood sugar regulation because of the presence of carotenoids in carrot. Carotenoids inversely affect insulin resistance and thus lower blood sugar.

- Carrots have antiseptic qualities and therefore, can be used as laxative, vermicide and as remedy for liver conditions. Carrot oil is good for dry skin. It makes the skin softer, smoother and firmer. Carrot juice improves stomach and gastrointestinal health.

Nutritional values of Carrots :-

1. Calories - 27
2. Fat <1>
3. Saturated Fat - 0 g
4. Cholesterol - 0 mg
5. Carbohydrate - 6 g
6. Protein - 1 g
7. Dietary Fiber - 2 g
8. Sodium - 45 mg
9. Vitamin A - 13,418 IU
10. Vitamin B6 - <1>
11. Manganese - <1>
12. Potassium - 183 mg
13. Carotenoids - 10,138 micrograms

RICY RICE

RICE.....

Rice is the most affordable food available to everyone right from the rich to the poor.Rice in itself is a complete food, which goes well with other foods very easily to end up adding nutrients,bulk and flavor to our meal.
Rice doesn't require expensive, complicated cookware and much time spent on preparation, and cooking.
-Rice has been found to be very easy to digest.
-It is low in fat, low in cholesterol, high in starch, and has a high nutritional content.
-Rice is also an excellent source of energy. It is comprised of 77.5% carbohydrate.
-Rice also contains a range of important nutrients, including B and E vitamins, protein and minerals, especially potassium which helps the body reduce toxins.

Nutritional values of rice :-
Per 200g cooked brown rice

• Calories - 282 mg
• Fibre - 1.6 mg
• Iron - 1 mg
• Magnesium -220 mg
• Niacin - 2.6 mg
• Potassium - 198 mg
• Vitamin B1 - 0.3mg
• Vitamin B2 - 0.04mg
• Zinc - 1.4 mg

HEALTHY ONIONS

ONIONS

We cannot imagine cooking without Onions. Most of the recipes cooked by most part of the world has Onions as their important ingredient.Tears and bad breath-these are the two things usually associated with onion . But there is much more to this popular vegetable, which are known not only for their unique flavours but also for their therapeutic benefits. Onion is guaranteed to transform any meal into a profoundly aromatic culinary experience.
Onions are believed to have originated from Egypt.Although it has a very strong pungent smell that can be overwhelming, it contains curative values.

• Fresh as well as cooked onions have anti-platelet adhesiveness, which helps in preventing thrombosis.
• Onion has been found to be very good for those suffering from high blood pressure.
• Onion helps reduce inflammation and is therefore, beneficial for those suffering from Neuritis, Vertigo and Bronchitis.
• Onion, being a diuretic, increases the secretion of urine.
• Onions are rich in flavonoids and thus, provide protection against cardiovascular disease.
• Onions are very good for the health of hair, finger and toe nails and even the eyes.
• Onions contain a number of sulfides that help in lowering blood lipids.
• Onions have anti-allergy properties, apart from being slightly laxative.
• Onions help drain out mucus from the cavities and loosen phlegm, in turn alleviating the symptoms of sinus.
• Onions help the body in destroying worms and other parasites.
• Researches have revealed that onions prolong longevity.
• Since onions have the property of helping lower blood sugar, they are good for those suffering from diabetes.
• The extracts of onion, being rich in a variety of sulfides, provide some protection against tumor growth.

Nutritional Value of Onion :-

- Vitamin A - 75 IU
- Vitamin C - 9 mg
- Calcium - 48 mg
- Proteins - 1 gm
- Phosphorus - 66 mg
- Carbohydrate - 16 gm
- Sodium - 5 mg
- Potassium - 200 mg
- Dietary Fiber - 3 gm
- Calories - 60
- Total Fat - 0 gm
- Saturated Fat - 0 gm

Onion is Benenificial in the following conditions:
.Asthma
· Influenza
· Colds
· Tuberculosis
· Insomnia
· Pneumonia
· Antiallergy
· Obesity
· Reduce inflammation
·Slightly laxative
· High Blood Pressure
· Lowers cholesterol
· Prolong longevity
. Helps destroy worms and other parasites.
· Bronchitis (inflammation of the bronchial tube)
· Neuritis (inflammation of the nerves)
· Vertigo (inflammation of nerves)
· Diuretic (increases the secretion of urine)
· Diabetes mellitus - lowers blood sugar.
· Valuable for the hair, nails of the fingers and toes, and for the eyes.
· Sinus conditions - helps to drain mucus from the cavities and loosen phlegm.
· Whether fresh or cooked onions have antiplatelet, adhesiveness, thus preventing thrombosis.