Sara Nutrition | Traditional Indian Nutrition for Better Health

 SPICE OF THE WEEK  INDIAN LONG PEPPER          Indian Long pepper is known as " Thippili" in Tamil. The fruit of the plant called " Arisi Thippili" and the root is called " Kandanthippili" in Tamil. It's Botanical name is Piper Loguem and it is widely used in Ayurveda.     Indian Long pepper contains a chemical called piperine. It may be able to fight certain parasites that can infect people.  HEALTH BENEFITS OF INDIAN LONG PEPPER It is good for diabetes as it control the sugar level in the blood. Indian Long pepper prevents aliments from occurring, such as Jaundice It fights against infection It is very good for weight loss as it reduces the fat and also get rid of fatty toxins. It gives cure for erectile dysfunction and cramps. It improves bone health It helps to curb heavy menstrual flow and  cramps  It stimulates the oxygen flow in the body It is a good remedy for Cholera and Epilepsy It is used to speed up the recovery fr...

 SPICE OF THE WEEK POPPY SEEDS Poppy seeds are the seeds of the flower of poppy plant. It has been used as a traditional remedy for centuries. It is native to the Eastern Mediterranean. The seeds can be black or light grey color. Poppy seeds are used in baked goods and traditional dishes worldwide. Both the seeds and their oil are offering various health benefits. It is used for treating headaches and coughs to curing asthma and insomnia. RICH IN NUTRIENTS AND ANTIOXIDANTS     Poppy seeds are rich in fiber, plant fats, protein, Manganese, Copper, Calcium, Zinc and Iron. Poppy seeds are rich in manganese, which is important for bone health and blood clotting. The copper in poppy seeds helps for connective tissues and transport ion.     The seeds can be cold pressed to produce poppy seed oil which is rich omega -6 and omega 9 fatty acids, hence it lowers the risk of  heart disease.  MAY CONTAIN PAIN RELIEVING COMPOUNDS     The poppy plant conta...

 SPICE OF THE WEEK TAILED PEPPER     Tailed pepper is a dried ripe berry that is usually called as cubeb pepper. It is widely used in traditional medicines for treating several diseases like dysentery, urogenital disease, diarrhea, abdominal pain, asthma and enteritis. HEALTH BENEFITS OF TAILED PEPPER INFLAMMATION OF THE URINARY TRACT     The Tailed pepper has an anti-inflammatory effect so it is used for urogenital tract infections such as bladder catarrh, ureter infections, kidney inflammations, uterine and prostate inflammation. GASTRITIS AND DIGESTION     Tailed pepper is one of the best remedy for gastritis. It improves the digestive action by inciting salivation and the production of gastric extract.  RESPIRATORY CONDITIONS     Tailed pepper has antiseptic properties which uses as a cough- suppressant to alleviate mild bronchitis, nagging cough and respiratory symptoms. It also gives relieve from influenza FATIGUE     Ta...

 SPICE OF THE WEEK  NUTMEG     Nutmeg is an incredible spice, used sparingly in many dishes. Nutmeg is valued for its sweet aroma. It is originated from Indonesia. Now it grows in Malaysia, Caribbean and Southern India. It gives flavor to many dishes. In Mughlai cuisine, it is used as a part of various masala mixes.     Nutmeg also valued for its medicinal properties. Nutmeg is packed with nutrients. It has minerals such as Magnesium, Manganese and copper, Vitamins like B1, B6 etc., HEALTH BENEFITS OF NUTMEG RELIEVES PAIN     Nutmeg contains many anti-inflammatory properties which is useful in treating joint and muscle pan. It helps to reduce inflammation, swelling, joint pain, muscle pain and sores HELPS TO TREAT INSOMNIA     Nutmeg has a calming effect when consumed in small doses. It can induce sleep and improve sleep quality. Add a pinch of nutmeg with warm milk and consume it before sleeping will help to destress and sleep better HE...

BAY LEAF      Bay leaf is a herb comes from bay laurel family, native to the Mediterranean. It is one of the standard cooking  ingredient in many savory dishes all around the world.      There are different varieties of bay leaf is available. Mediterranean bay leaf, Indian bay leaf, California bay leaf and Indonesian bay leaf. Indian bay leaf has a similar taste of cinnamon where the California bay leaf slightly have mint flavor.  HEALTH BENFITS OF BAY LEAF 1. Inhibit the growth of breast and colorectal cancer cells. 2. Consuming bay leaf tea helps to manage blood glucose levels in diabetes patients 3. Reduces inflammation in the wound area. 4. Bay leaf tea helps to prevent kidney stones 5. Smelling the bay leaf smoke helps to improve memory and reduces anxiety 6. Bay leaf tea helps to treat ulcers 7. Helps to prevent heart diseases 8. Rich in Vitamin A, C, B6 , Iron, Magnesium and Zinc 9. Bay leaf tea helps to improve the quality of sleep 10...

SPICE OF THE WEEK  BLACK PEPPER * Black pepper is a tree cultivated for its fruit, which is usually dried and used as a spice and seasoning * When dried, the fruit is known as a Pepper Corn. * Black  Pepper - cooked and dried unripe fruit * Green Pepper - Dried Unripe Fruit *White Pepper -  Ripe Fruit seeds * Black pepper is the most pungent and flavorful of all types of peppers. * Black pepper is available whole, crushed or ground into powder. * To ensure best flavor, buy whole peppercorns and grind them just before adding to a recipe. * Buying whole peppercorns will help to ensure that you are purchasing unadulterated pepper since ground pepper is often mixed with other spices. * Black pepper should be kept in a tightly sealed glass container in a cool, dark and dry place. * Add pepper at the end of the cooking process since it loses its flavo r and aroma if cooked for too long, adding it near and end will h...