Herbal Remedies

Wondering why our elders tell us to eat soaked almonds? Because soaked almonds have health benefits that will boggle your mind! Packed with essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin E, zinc, calcium, magnesium and omega-3 fatty acids, almonds can do a world of good when it comes to your health. WHY IT IS BETTER TO SOAK ALMONDS IN WATER BEFORE CONSUMING? Dry almonds contain an enzyme inhibitor in the skin which is basically meant to protect the seed till it gets moisture for germination. Once the almonds are soaked in water this enzyme inhibitor is released. Eating pre-soaked almonds makes them easier to digest and also makes more nutrients available for digestion. In fact, most nuts and seeds are easier to digest and have better nutrient availability when soaked overnight before consumption. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF SOAKED EATING ALMONDS DAILY? Heart Healthy The mono-unsaturated fats, protein and potassium present in almonds are good for your heart. Vitamin E re

Red dates are one of the most popular health foods with the Chinese people. The health benefits of red dates are immense and these dates are often used as food, in making health tonic, to be added in traditional herbs, and even in desserts. WHAT ARE RED DATES? Red dates, also called jujube, are brown-red stone oval fruits with thin shiny skin. They vary in sizes between 2.5 and 6 centimeters, and grow on trees. The red date tree, Ziziphus zizyphus, is also called jujube tree or Ziziphus jujube. The tree is mainly found in Asian countries, but also in Arab countries and for several hundred years in southern European countries. Jujube trees are now also growing in the USA, where production of red dates has increased dramatically. The history of the red dates began in the new Stone Age (Neolithic), about 8000 years ago. The people of the ancient Zhou Dynasty (circa 1046-256 BC) used the red dates to brew wine. Since that time the red dates were often mentioned in the Tradi

You may know that ginger is a common ingredient in Asian and Indian cuisine, but did you know that it’s been used for centuries for its healing properties? Ginger has a long history of health benefits, including relief from nausea, digestive issues and pain. The most commonly used part of the plant for medicinal purposes is the root or underground stem, known as the rhizome. It can be consumed fresh, powdered, dried as a spice, or used in the form of an oil or as juice. If you don’t use ginger in your kitchen, here are 8 reasons why you might want to start! 1. Ginger Relieves Digestive Issues The phenolic compounds in ginger have been shown to help relieve irritation in the gastrointestinal tract. They help to stimulate saliva and bile production while allowing food and fluids to move through the GI tract more smoothly. In a study of 24 healthy individuals, taking 1.2 grams of ginger powder before a meal accelerated emptying of the stomach, reducing indigestion by 50%. 2. G

I would like to start this article with a simple question – did you know that Jackfruit is the largest fruit that grows on a tree? Well yes, of course, and some have grown up to 100 lbs. That’s really amazing, right? Jackfruits are covered in a bumpy, hard green skin, with a pale-colored flesh on the inside. Because of its texture, versatility, and vitamin content, jackfruit has been gaining popularity as a meat replacement for vegans. Yes, and you should also know that this amazing and super healthy fruit is the national fruit of Bangladesh! Jackfruit – Health Benefits: First, you should know that this super healthy fruit is contains high amounts of potassium, fiber, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and magnesium. It’s also got a decent amount of calcium, vitamin A, iron, and even a little bit of protein. One cup of jackfruit offers 25 percent of your daily B6, and as some of you know, B complex vitamins are hard to come by in a vegan diet. The National Cancer Institute reports show t