Kalonji is a flowering plant native to Southern Europe, Southwest Asia and North Africa. Scientifically, it is referred to as “Nigella Sativa”. These seeds have been used as a herbal remedy for the treatment of various diseases and conditions ranging from diabetes to arthritis. Kalonji seeds and oil contain active compounds called “phytochemicals” which have …
Dalchini or cinnamon are the strips of the inner bark of a tropical evergreen tree. These are pale-brown to tan strips which are generally thin and rolled inside one another. Cinnamon is used mainly as a flavouring additive in a wide variety of cuisines, sweet and savoury dishes, breakfast cereals, snack foods, tea and traditional …
Badam or almonds are known as “Prunus dulcis” in the scientific domain. They are not nuts, instead, they are “seeds of fruit”. They also contain vitamins, minerals, protein and fibre. It is believed that just a handful of badam contains one-eighth of a person’s everyday protein needs. They can be stored in a refrigerator for …
In ancient texts of Ayurveda, Amla has been referred to as Amalaki. Its scientific name is “Phyllanthus Emblica”. It isalso known as Indian Gooseberry and is a small, round, pulpy and bright yellow-green fruit. It is, in fact, known as, “divyaushada” (divine medicine) as it has five tastes- sour, bitter, sweet, astringent and pungent which …
