Category: Spice Benefits

Variyali – Sonff

Benefits of using Fennel seeds.

1. Fennel seeds provide important nutrients, such as vitamin
   C, calcium, magnesium, potassium, and manganese.
2. The fennel plant are rich in powerful antioxidants like
   chlorogenic acid, limonene, and quercetin.
3. Fennel seeds stimulate the galactagogues (substances that promote lactation) to increase milk secretion in lactating mothers.
4. Fennel extract works miraculously for the skin by protecting it from free radical damage and improving skin cell longevity. They are abundant in minerals such as potassium, selenium and zinc.
5. A handful of fennel seeds can do wonders for your eyes. It contains vitamin A that is an essential vitamin for the eyes.
6. Fennel seeds are rich in fibre and may aid in weight loss and keep hunger pangs at bay. They work as diuretics and improve metabolism.

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kala Til and Safed Til.

kala Til is nothing but unhulled seeds or seeds with husk.

Benefits of using kala Til and Safed Til.

1. Regularly eating sesame seeds could reduce oxidation in the body, improve blood pressure, and provide antioxidants and other plant chemicals that help fight cancer.
2. Sesame seeds help to reduce heart disease risk factors.
3. 3-tablespoon (30-gram) serving of sesame seeds supplies 12% of fiber, which is important for your digestive health.
4. Unhulled sesame seeds are rich in calcium necessary for bone health.
   Soaking, roasting, or sprouting sesame seeds can improve absorption of calcium.
5. Due to the high content of omega-3 fatty acids, Black sesame seeds are helping maintain the health of your skin. Eating regularly helps to promote elasticity of skin. 
6. Sesame seeds and sesame oil can treat bacterial and fungal infections of hair and scalp. As a result, they can reduce dandruff, itchiness, and flaking.
7. Sesame seeds oil trigger hair growth by nourishing the roots with their rich omega fatty acids content. They also help in moisturising the scalp and improve blood circulation to rejuvenate hair follicles.
8. The following table shows the difference between nutritional values of Black Sesame seeds (unhulled) and White Sesame seeds (hulled) per 100 g.

Unhulled (Black)–Hulled(White)
Calcium ——88 mg.——–5 mg
Iron———– 1 mg.———-0.5 mg
Potassium —42 mg.——–30 mg
Copper——–0.37 mg.—– 0.11 mg
Manganese -0.22 mg.——0.12 mg
Some beneficial plant chemicals

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Shahijeera.

Benefits of using Shahijeera.

1. Caraway is rich with fiber and minerals like iron, magnesium, copper, and calcium. It’s also a rich source of antioxidants.
2. It promotes weight loss and helps to treat various inflammatory conditions and digestive disorders.
3. 1 tsp. caraway seeds in 1 cup boiling water is best after a meal for good digestion.

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Hing

Ferula asafoetida is a plant. The resin-like gum comes from the dried sap extracted from the stem and roots, is dried and ground into coarse powder and is used as a spice Asafoetida powder.

Benefits of Asafoetida powder.

1. Asafoetida is rich in antioxidants.
2. Pinch of asafoetida powder in buttermilk reduces flatulence.
3. Pinch of powder dissolves in water and makes a paste and applies to the naval region helps in reducing stomach ache.
4. It can be fried in ghee and consumed in neuro motor disorders such as sciatica, facial palsy and paralysis.

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Methi

Benefits of using Fenugreek seeds .

1. Fenugreek seeds have a healthy nutritional profile, containing a good amount of fiber and minerals, including iron and manganese.
2. Fenugreek increase breast milk production in lactating mother and the rate of weight gain in newborn babies.
3. Fenugreek can boost testosterone levels and sexual function in males.
4. Fenugreek also helpful in blood sugar control and the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
5. Fenugreek seeds are also helpful in lower cholesterol levels.

Halder – Haldi

Benefits of using Turmeric.

1. Turmeric contains curcumin, a substance with powerful anti-inflammatory so used to treat arthritis and it also has antioxidant properties.
2. Curcumin boosts levels of the brain hormone, which increases the growth of new neurons and may help fight various degenerative processes in your brain.
3. It is antiseptic for cuts, burns and bruises.
4. Raw juice is used to treat hyper acidity and indigestion.
5. It also acts as a blood purifier.

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Marcha – Mirchi.

Benefits of using Chillies.

Chilli peppers are rich in various vitamins like A,C, B6, K and minerals like potassium and copper. Chillies are one of the main ingredients in food that are used for making the flavor stronger and spicier.

Red chilies are dried green chillies and used as it is or they are  powdered.

1. Chili peppers are not good for everyone. They trigger a burning sensation and may cause stomach pain and diarrhea in some individuals. 
2. Chilli peppers are rich in antioxidants that contain capsaicin can help relieve pain when used topically.
3. Capsaicin can prevent the growth of harmful bacteria and yeasts that cause infectious diseases.

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Dhana

Benefits of using Coriander seeds.

Coriander seeds are rich in copper, zinc, iron and other essential minerals. Coriander leaves are rich in vitamin A, C and E and carotenoids.

1. Coriander seeds water helps in lower blood sugar.
2. Coriander seeds water helps to  protect your heart by lowering blood pressure and LDL (bad) cholesterol while increasing HDL (good) cholesterol.
3. The antioxidants in coriander reduce brain inflammation, improve memory, and reduce anxiety symptoms.
4. Coriander seeds water reduces  bloating and boosts appetite.
5. Coriander leaves contain antioxidants that protect your skin from aging and sun damage.
6. Coriander leaves are the excellent source of Vit A, C and E are good for the eyes, and it  decrease the burning sensation and irritation.

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Rai

Benefits of using Mustard seeds.

Mustard is a popular condiment made from the seeds of the mustard plant.The mustard plant is rich in a variety of nutrients. Both its seeds and leaves are edible.

1. Mustard has  powerful antioxidants, which promote health and may protect against various diseases.
2. Mustard oil  help to decrease inflammation and pain.
3. mustard oil is high in monounsaturated fatty acids, which reduce several risk factors for heart disease.
4. Mustard oil also contains omega-3 fatty acids, which lower oxidative stress and inflammation.
5. Mustard oil is used as a natural remedy to treat cold symptoms.
6. Mustard oil is rich in natural fats, making it a good conditioner for hair.

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