Health Tips

Health Benefits Of Coriander Leaves Coriander, the must-have ingredient in Indian cuisine, is scientifically termed Coriandrum sativum and belongs to the Apiaceae family, naturally being a powerhouse of nutrients. In India, it is commonly called “Dhaniya” in Hindi, “Malli” in Malayalam, “Kothimira” in Telugu and “Kothamalli” in Tamil. The leaves of the coriander plant are an indispensable part of Indian cooking, be it in soups, salads, rasams, curries, and dals, owing to its vibrant green colour and the pleasant aroma of the sprigs. In addition, they confer immense health benefits including regulating blood sugar levels, protecting the liver and kidney and providing useful antioxidant properties. The coriander plant is native to many countries across the world, being widely cultivated in Europe as well as parts of Africa and Asia. In recent times, there has been an emphasis on medicinal plants with potent nutritive values, for use in treating chronic conditions like diabetes a...

Mango Juice Benefits Native to India, mangoes were first cultivated in the Northeast India, Bangladesh and Myanmar about 25–30 million years ago. Also called the king of fruits, mangoes have enjoyed their own prized place in the history of India and its relationship with the world. It is one of the very few fruits that has found a coveted place in Hindu religious scriptures. Food Historian KT Achaya in his book, ‘A Historical Dictionary of Indian Food’ writes, “From it’s very first mention as ‘amra’ in the Brahadarnayaka Upanishad (c.1000 BC) and in the slightly later Shatapatha Brahmana, the virtues of mango fruit have been extolled for three thousand years.” It is said that mangoes were also very dear to Lord Buddha. He used to meditate in the tranquillity of lush mango groves. Of the most popular legends and yore, the Mughal fixation with mangoes wins hands down. Mangoes were used as tenderisers in the making of the delectable Mughlai kebabs. Mango grafting too was issued only...

Mulberry Juice There’s a pretty good chance that you’ve seen a mulberry tree or two pop up in your local park, neighborhood or even your own backyard. This tree produces a tart and tasty fruit that looks similar to a blackberry and can be used to sweeten up just about any dish. The mulberry fruit may be tiny, but it provides some pretty big health benefits. It can aid in weight loss, keep your liver healthy, and even provide a hefty dose of vitamins and minerals with each serving. Next time you spot this superfruit in your farmer’s market or backyard, give it a try and enjoy its unique flavor and nutritious properties. What Is Mulberry? The mulberry tree comes from the Moraceae family of plants and is closely related to figs, breadfruit and banyan. This flowering tree grows quickly at first but will typically only reach between 30 and 50 feet in height. Mulberry trees tend to grow in temperate climates, are harvested around June through August, and can be found around the wo...