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Dry Dates benefits: According to Delhi based Nutritionist Dr. Lokendra Tomar, "dry dates contain less moisture as compared to fresh dates and have a prolonged life span than dates. Dry dates are significantly higher in calories, so if you are looking at losing weight, you should limit your intake. However, they are an excellent source of fiber and protein that help keep your body healthy. Other than that, they are a good source of calcium and vitamin C too." Here are some amazing benefits of dried dates that will compel you to add them in your daily diet. 1. Heart Friendly Dry dates are...

Pomegranate is a very healthy and delicious fruit. This ruby red colour fruit plays a very vital role in various illnesses like heart disease, cancer and other inflammatory conditions. It also benefits your body, mind and most prominently your skin. The fruit contains hundreds of tiny edible seeds called arils. Arils are packed with antioxidants, minerals, fibre, vitamins A, C and E and folic acid.                 Anar Dana Goli                                    Anardana Toffee               ...

“Ek me 4 wali toffee” More than a decade back, this was what we used to call this candy. As children, this was the candy we could buy in plenty.  A single rupee had the power to bring the power of riches to us back then.  When I find orange candy these days, it takes me back to my childhood. I remember my four-year-old self running down to the local shop at the end of the street whenever I had a one rupee change. That was all I needed to buy my favourite orange candy, which cost a rupee.  On...

Fennel seeds are known as Saunf (Hindi), Peruncirakam (Tamil), Mauri (Bengali). Fennel is a flowering plant of the Foeniculum Vulgare family. Originally, the plant is seen in the Mediterranean regions and India. It is quite sought after spice in India DID YOU KNOW? Fennel is a concentrated source of minerals like Copper, Potassium, Calcium, Zinc, Manganese, Vitamin C, Iron, Selenium and Magnesium.  India is the largest exporter of saunf.    TYPES OF FENNEL SEEDS The fennel seeds are of two types namely, Foeniculun vulgare (herb) and Florence fennel (swollen bulb like stem used vegetable. NUTRIENT CONTENT Vitamin C  Vitamin E...

In India, Paan or Betel leaf has played an important role since ancient times. The use of Paan was known for centuries for its curative properties. Paan is used as a restorative, an antiseptic, and a breath freshener. The leaves are rich in vitamins like vitamin C, thiamine, niacin, riboflavin and carotene and are a great source of calcium. Because of its medicinal and herbal properties, paan plays a very important role in oral hygiene. If you look on the other hand, you see paan has a symbolic value at ceremonies and cultural events in south and Southeast Asia. Paan...