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Cumin is a dried seed, coming from the Parsley family. The flowering plant is native from East Mediterranean to India. Both whole and ground cumin seed, which are found within the dried fruit of the plant, are used for cooking in varied cultures. It also has many uses in curing diseases being a conventional medical plant- particularly it has ability to cure infections and aid the digestive system. Because of their distinctive flavor and aroma the seeds are used for spice. When cumin is added to food, it creates a warm and earthy flavor — making it a staple in certain meat dishes, gravies, stews, soups and chili dishes. Not only are cumin seeds used for their distinct and spicy flavor, they are also used for medicinal purposes. In Sanskrit, cumin is known as  Jira,  meaning “that which helps digestion”. For good reason, as it’s also believed that cumin is beneficial for heart disease, hemorrhoids, inflammation, insomnia, vomiting, weakened immune system and viral infections .

The Indian fruit known as a Malta cultivated in the hills of Uttarakhanad, where it is used to make squash, sweets and other products , is called a Blood Orange in other places, like the United States. Generally thought to have originated in Italy as a variation and cultivated there for centuries. It also is grown extensively in southern Spain and Malta. Since it is rich in Vitamin C so it is suggested as a replacement for other citrus fruits. The peel can be used for face-masks  to reduce skin disorder and acne, and the seeds are used to produce high protein cattle feed and also used in fertilizers. Known to boost the immune system and also effective for treating pneumonia, blood pressure, stomach and intestinal problems and diseases related to vitamin C deficiency.

Here are today’s five things to know about Pistachio: Pistachio nuts are a member of the cashew family and are closely related to  mangoes , sumac, and even poison ivy.   Iran produces more pistachios than any other country in the world with over 200k tons per year.   In Asia they are often referred to as ‘green almonds & the ‘happy nut’. In Iran they are called the ‘smiling nut.’ Male pistachio trees are alternate bearing, meaning they produce heavier crops every other year. All pistachio shells are naturally beige in color. Many companies dye inferior nuts red or green. CREDITS: FOODIMENTARY (  https://foodimentary.com   )

Cabbage is a big leafy vegetable having a ball kind of a shape, with a great color scheme from light green soft leaves to Dark green harder leaves at its covering, which makes it a multi-layered  vegetable. It is found in a variety of colors like green (commonly found), purple and white. Coming from a cruciferous family it also has great health benefits. WHY TO EAT CABBAGE? Known to be a powerful antioxidant it has many benefits. Its intake regularly keeps your skin young and delays your aging process. Vitamin A and Vitamin C both helps to keep skin clear and healthy. Vitamin E leads to good complexion of your skin. So make cabbage juice in your breakfast and get a glowing skin. Having excellent healing property so can be used to heal your skin; suffering from pimples or skin irritation cabbage could be the best solution, all you need to do is squash the leaves between a linen cloth and cotton and make it smooth and soft. Place it on the infected area overnight and experienc

Broccoli is known to be healthy and tasty vegetable which is rich in dozens of nutrients. It consists of most nutritional zest of any vegetable. When it comes to dieting, the first green vegetable which comes in our mind instead it should be in our mouth is broccoli. Roots of cabbage family, broccoli can be categorized as an edible green plant. BENEFIT OF EATING BROCCOLI Broccoli has the power to fight against Cancer and have the willpower to boost our Immune System . Researches should that broccoli can help in protecting against breast and uterus cancer . It also helps in controlling and reduces bad cholesterol from our body; leading to a healthy heart . It is said to be a good antioxidant as it is rich in Vitamin C which helps to boost our immune system.  Abundant in Calcium and Vitamin K and other nutrients like Magnesium, Zinc, and Phosphorous it is good for bone and is suggested to be taken by children, elderly people, and lactating mothers (breastfeeding). As it ha

Bhappa Doi (Steamed Sweet Curd) Serves 5                                                                                                           Pressure Cooking Time                                                                                                                                     20 Minutes # INGREDIENTS 1 Cup Curd Beaten (250 gms) 1 Cup Milk (250 gms) 1 Tin Sweetened Condensed Milk (400 gms) 10-12 Almonds Blanched and Sliced 10-12 Pistachios Sliced 6-7 Raisins  2 Cups of Water Pinch of Saffron  1/4 tsp Cardamon Powder # PREPARATIONS Soak Saffron with Milk and put aside for 5 Minutes. Beat together Curd, Milk and Condensed Milk till well blended. Then add the saffron mixture and mix it well thoroughly. Now add Almonds, Pistachios, Raisins and Cardamon powder to the mixture and mix it well. Pour the Mixture into a bake prove Earthen pots ( 5 pots would be sufficient) OR  into a 1 Liter pudding mold tightly with grease-proof paper se