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Most Of my friends who are visiting this blog calls me and ask me – where do you get these fruits ? Are You a Fruitarian ? I really Appreciate those friends taking interest in eating healthy diet and my answer to their question is –Some Fruit are not available in india , Mainly it is found outside Asia ,And of course , I am not a Fruitarian ,I suggest instead of taking a multivitamin tablet, it is better to eat fruits daily, Your comments are always welcome in my inbox dailyonefruit@gmail.com. Have a happy life – make your life happy… Cheers

Nutrition chart for Pomegranate

Nutrition chart for PomegranateScientific Name Pomegranate fruit – Punica granatum .
Pomegranate Fruit Family – Punicaceae .
Pomegranate fruit Names in Indian Language – மாதுளம் பழம்(Madhulam) ,Maadhala naarnga , अनार Anar .
Pomegranate fruit Origin – The pomegranate is native from Iran to the Himalayas in northern India and was cultivated and naturalized over the whole Mediterranean region since ancient times.

Botanical name of Pomegranate is Punica granatum, grown from the tree named as Lythraceae family. Fruit visible as red colored and inner embedded with yellow colored hard shell that covers many small seeds inside called as arils.Pomegranate fruit provide medium calories about 83 calories per 100 gram of arils.

Amazing Health Benefits Of Pomegranate fruit are act against Breast Cancer,Fight Arthritis and Joint Pain,Lower Your Risk of Heart Disease,Treat Erectile Dysfunction,Fight Bacterial and Fungal Infections.

Pomegranate juice protect against disease such as prostate cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer, skin cancer, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, stomach disorders, dental conditions, osteoarthritis and anemia.

Nutrition chart for Pomegranate

Pomegranate is known as healthy powerhouse for its rich source of vitamin C, folates, pyridoxine, vitamin K and minerals like calcium, copper, potassium, and manganese.. Pomegranate fruit contains no cholesterol or saturated fats.

Pomegranates loaded with Polyphenolic compounds are also powerful source of antioxidant property that delays the process of ageing. Total antioxidant level in pomegranate juice is measured as oxygen radical absorbance capacity (ORAC).ORAC is 2341 µmol TE per 100 gram in pomegranate.Nutrition chart for Pomegranate – Article shows you the exact minerals, vitamins, cholesterol, carbohydrate, protein, fat compound present in the fruit based on the reference from Source: USDA Nutrient DatabaseNutrition chart for PomegranateWATER
Water is an essential compound needed in the diet to promote good digestion,blood circulation and to flush out the waste toxin – chemical compound from our body .
100g of Pomegranate contains 77.93g of water .
87g of Pomegranate contains 67.8g of water .
282g of Pomegranate contains 219.76g of water .

PROTEINS
Proteins are essential nutrients for our body. Proteins are one of the building blocks of body tissue, and can also serve as a fuel source throughout the day.
100g of Pomegranate contains 1.67g of PROTEINS .
87g of Pomegranate contains 1.45g of PROTEINS .
282g of Pomegranate contains 4.71g of PROTEINS .

FAT(lipid)
Cholestrol is a fatty substance known as a lipid and is vital for the normal functioning of the body. Too much fat in your blood, it can increase your risk of heart disease.
100g of Pomegranate contains 1.17g of Cholesterol .
87g of Pomegranate contains 1.02g of Cholesterol .
282g of Pomegranate contains 3.3g of Cholesterol .

IRON
Iron is a mineral that is required for our bodies to function properly. Most of the iron in our body is found in the blood as hemoglobin, which is a protein used to carry oxygen to the body’s tissues.
100g of Pomegranate contains 0.3mg of IRON .
87g of Pomegranate contains 0.26mg of IRON .
282g of Pomegranate contains 0.85mg of IRON .

CALCIUM
Calcium is the most plentiful mineral found in the human body. The teeth and bones contain the most calcium.
100g of Pomegranate contains 10mg of CALCIUM .
87g of Pomegranate contains 9mg of CALCIUM .
282g of Pomegranate contains 28mg of CALCIUM .

CARBOHYDRATE
Carbohydrates are energy-providing nutrients.
100g of Pomegranate contains 18.7g of CARBOHYDRATE .
87g of Pomegranate contains 16.27g of CARBOHYDRATE .
282g of Pomegranate contains 52.73g of CARBOHYDRATE .

POTASSIUM
Potassium is a mineral that help muscles contract, regulate fluids and mineral in and out of body cells, and helps maintain normal blood pressure by blunting the effect of sodium.
100g of Pomegranate contains 236mg of POTASSIUM .
87g of Pomegranate contains 205mg of POTASSIUM .
282g of Pomegranate contains 666mg of POTASSIUM .

VITAMIN C
Vitamin C is also called ascorbic acid, which is the form of vitamin C found in most foods.Vitamin C is needed for proper growth, development, and to heal wounds.
100g of Pomegranate contains 10.2mg of VITAMIN C .
87g of Pomegranate contains 8.9mg of VITAMIN C .
282g of Pomegranate contains 28.8mg of VITAMIN C .

VITAMIN B12
100g of Pomegranate contains 0g of VITAMIN B12 .
87g of Pomegranate contains 0g of VITAMIN B12 .
282g of Pomegranate contains 00g of VITAMIN B12 .

SODIUM
Sodium in the diet (called dietary sodium) is measured in milligrams (mg).
100g of Pomegranate contains 3mg of SODIUM .
87g of Pomegranate contains 3mg of SODIUM .
282g of Pomegranate contains 8mg of SODIUM .

DIETARY FIBER
Fiber promotes the movement of material through your digestive system and increases stool bulk, so it can be of benefit to those who struggle with constipation or irregular stools.
100g of Pomegranate contains 4g of DIETARY FIBER .
87g of Pomegranate contains 3.5g of DIETARY FIBER .
282g of Pomegranate contains 11.3g of DIETARY FIBER .

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Top 5 Health Benefits of pomegranate

Top 5 Health Benefits of pomegranateBotanical name of Pomegranate is Punica granatum, grown from  the tree named as Lythraceae family. Fruit visible as red colored and inner embedded with  yellow colored hard shell that covers  many small seeds inside called as Arils. Pomegranate is known as healthy powerhouse for its rich source of vitamin C and antioxidants property. Two type of essential molecules found in pomegranate are Punicalagins and Punicic acid.

Pomegranates loaded with Polyphenolic compounds are also powerful source of antioxidant property that delays the process of ageing. Antioxidants found in pomegranate protect against dialysis-related infections, or kidney diseases. Pomegranates also have antioxidant, antiviral and anti-tumor properties.

Pomegranate peel and juice consists of Punicalagins compounds, rich in antioxidant enzyme that enhance Anti-inflammatory. Antioxidant present in pomegranate is measured as three times higher compared to red wine and green tea.

Punicalagins and Punicic in Pomegranate juice protect against disease such as prostate cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer, skin cancer , type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, stomach disorders, dental conditions, osteoarthritis, anemia.Some of the top Five health benefits of pomegranate are mentioned below..

Top 5 Health Benefits of pomegranate

Prevent Plaque Formation
Pomegranate is rich in vitamin C, which boosts antibody and development of immunity.Punicalagins and Punicic in Pomegranate juice provide anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. Dental plaque is a fungal infection found in the mouth. Hydro alcoholic extract of pomegranate effectively decrease the dental plaque formation. The Pomegranate juice protects against infections, inflammation in the mouth and also other oral diseases.

Minimize the Risk of Heart Disease and high pressure
LDL Cholesterol is known as bad cholesterol that is responsible for heart disease. Pomegranate juice contributes rich antioxidant components that protect the LDL cholesterol particles from oxidation. Antioxidants prevent free radical damage of the walls of arteries, thus preventing heart disease .smiling_woman_with_a_flower_198726Also protects arteries from clots since pomegranate helps in good flow of blood stream throughout the body. Daily intakes of pomegranate juice reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes.

Pomegranate juice provide a good result in people with type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure levels and lower levels of cortisol(a stress hormone). Punicic acid is one of the main constituents of pomegranates that help in lowering the cholesterol, triglycerides and blood pressure level.

Cures diarrhea
Stomach disorder or diarrhea occurs due to digestive problems. Punicalagins present in the pomegranate peel is considered to be the best medicine for stomach disorder. Pomegranate juice have capacity to cure ulcer as well as any inflammation in intestine.Also Pomegranate juice is also used for handling problems like dysentery and cholera.

Prevent Many Type of Cancer
Pomegranate have an anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer property. Punicalagins and Punicic in Pomegranate juice protect against disease such as prostate cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer, skin cancer .The PSA (prostate specific antigen) is an indicator for prostate cancer. cancerIf PSA level increased during short period of time, then there is an increased risk of death from prostate Cancer. Pomegranate juice rich in antioxidant fight against existing cancer cells that is counteracting various cancer radicals. Pomegranate juice also maintains PSA level in the body that reduce prostate and breast cancer.

Minimize male infertility
Pomegranates have been considered as a symbol of fertility . Pomegranate juice boosts testosterone levels in both men and women .Pomegranate juice increase the blood flow throughout the body including erectile tissues hence prevents from oxidation damage. Daily intake of Pomegranate juice reduces erectile dysfunction for Men.

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Top 5 Health Benefits of Mango Butter

Top 5 Health Benefits of Mango ButterMango Seed covers over lot of medicinal potential resulting in curing various diseases in our day to day life. Mango seed is rich in Stearic acid which is used to make soap. Mango seed kernel extract used for food cosmetic and pharmaceutical application.

What is Mango kernel ?
Separate Mango pulp and seed then keep mango seed in the sun heat for 2 days until seed becomes hard brown solid.when shaking ,the seed will produce a solid kernel sound inside. Dried kernel shall be stored in a container for more than years.

What is Mango butter ?
Cut the outer seed and extract the kernel from seed. Solid content inside the kernel is said to be Mango butter.

Top 5 Health Benefits of Mango Butter

Treats Scarscute_face_fashionMango Butter used as medicine for various diseases. Mango butter results similar to cocoa and Shea butters, in moisturizing and protecting the skin. Mango butter result in natural moisturizer and Prevent from Anti-ageing, Fade scars, fine lines, wrinkles, insect bites poison.

Treats dry skinbeautiful_closeup_eyeDaily application of mango butter provide deep moisturizing and repair damaged skin.

Treats dry Lips

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Use of Mango butter act as lip balm resulting in removing fine lines and stretch marks over lips

Treats Allergyinsects bit Mango butter act as a moisturizers, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and skin re-generators. Mango butter heals skin rashes, skin peeling, sun tan, itching skin. Relieves insect bites, Enhances healthy rejuvenated skin, cures muscle aches and tension, protect from skin allergies such as poison ivy or poison oak. Even Psoriasis shall be cured using mango butter.

Treats Sun Tansmiling_female_model_isolated_200584
Mango butter provide skin protection from sun damages. It act as a best healer for skin damages, rashes, acne especially sun tan remover .

Treats Skin CancercancerMango butter has antioxidant property resulting in providing rich oxygen supply to skin radicals that prevent skin Cancer affecting the cells.

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5 Homemade Mango Face Packs

5 Homemade Mango Face PacksVitamin-B6, Vitamin C and Vitamin E present in Mango provide anti inflammatory and antibacterial property result in good skin health. Enzyme like flavonoids, copper, vitamin C, Iron in Mango regains blood vessel and decrease anemic and enhance Memory power. Mango seed kernal exact used for food cosmetic and pharmaceutical application.

5 Homemade Mango Face Packs

Applying Raw Mango
5 Homemade Mango Face PacksApplying Raw Mango paste directly over skin result in natural moisturizer and Prevent from Anti-ageing. Mango rich in Vitamin C and antioxidant property that protect skin against pimple, acne, Harmful free radicals causing cancer
Ingredients:
Pulp of one ripe mango

Hydrating Mango Face Pack5 Homemade Mango Face Packs
Apply Mango pulp paste with Besan flour or fuller’s earth result in a good Hydrating Mango Face Pack . This pack is prevent from dryness,pigmentation and suitable for sensitive skin.
Ingredients:
Pulp of one ripe mango
4 teaspoons of Bengal gram flour (Besan)

Acne reducing homemade Mango Pack5 Homemade Mango Face PacksHoney with mango paste and curd provide a good remedy for oil skin. This will prevent from pigmentation , pimple and acne by removing excess oil in the skin.
Ingredients:
Pulp of one ripe mango
4 teaspoons of curd
1 teaspoon honey

Cleansing Mango face pack5 Homemade Mango Face PacksTo a bowl of mango pulp, add raw milk and sugar for removing dead tissue on the skin completely. This pack act as a best body scrub.
Ingredients:
4 tablespoons finely chopped mango pulp
1-2 teaspoons milk
1/2 tablespoons sugar

Tan Removing Homemade Mango Pack5 Homemade Mango Face PacksMango pack is best during summer because it includes good sun tan removing property. Mix Mango Pulp with Besan flour,almond oil and honey to remove tan over the skin
Ingredients:
4 tablespoons finely chopped mango pulp
1-2 teaspoons honey
1 1/2 tablespoons almond oil

Direction of Use:
Apply all the homemade mango pack over the face ,neck,hand – dark spotted,pimple infected and uneven skin areas.Massage the pack for 20 min and wash it off with cold water.For best result regularly use these packs.

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How to prepare Gooseberry Jam

How to prepare Gooseberry Jam
How to prepare Gooseberry Jam

Gooseberry provide healthy Heart,protect from joint pain,prevent anemia,purify blood vessel walls,great immunity booster against cancer and other infections . Gooseberry  protect brain cells from free radicals damage.Amla is very rich in fiber  has the ability to  absorb nutrients.

Amla holds high amount of vitamin C content that promote good bone and teeth formation.Amla hold about 445 mg per 100 gram hence it is said to be a rich source of vitamin C. Gooseberry also help in boosting the number of RBC – hemoglobin and iron.

Amla also helps boost calcium absorption in our body.Amla is very rich in fiber that indicates ability of body to absorb nutrients.Amla is rich in Vitamin C cures sore throat and cold.Amla avoid anemic condition as well as improve blood pressure and blood sugar level. Gooseberry is a natural insulin that help diabetic patient to maintain blood sugar level.

Gooseberry jam can be eaten by all persons including diabetic. This include very low calories .This Gooseberry recipe can be stored for more than 3 weeks when it is prepared properly.

How to prepare Gooseberry Jam / Amla jam

Ingredient:

Gooseberry- 15
ginger powder- 1/2 cup
water - ½ cup 
jaggery- 250gm
Honey-4 tbsp(optional)

1.Boil gooseberry / amla in pressure pan for 30 min. Separate Gooseberry pulp and seeds  then Chop Gooseberry into small pieces as shown. How to prepare Gooseberry JamGrind gooseberry into fine paste. Make jaggery syrup and  add the gooseberry pulp paste to the boiling syrup.How to prepare Gooseberry JamStir the mixture in medium flame until you get a hard paste consistency then Add Ginger powder and stir well the mixture to evenly . Finally Add Honey to the mixture.How to prepare Gooseberry JamTurn off the flame only when you get the hard consistency as shown.How to prepare Gooseberry JamNote:
Make jaggery syrup as normal sugar syrup( 1:2 / water:jaggery)
Before you turn off your cooking, make sure whether the final gooseberry jam is thick consistency not watery .if it is watery then we shall not store it for long weeks.

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Interesting health Facts On Mango

Interesting health Facts On Mango
Interesting health Facts On Mango

Research on Mango tree indicated that seed, pulp, steam, leaves is medicinally potential.Mango is a best antibody because it is a anti diabetic, anti-oxidant, anti-viral, cardio tonic, hypotensive, anti-inflammatory,antibacterial, anti fungal, anti parasitic, anti tumour, anti HIV, anti bone resorption, antispasmodic, antipyretic, anti diarrhoeal, ant allergic, immunomodulation, hypolipidemic, anti microbial.

Some of the popular types of Mangoes in India are Alphonsos,Badami,Chausa and Dasheri,Bombay Green, Amrapali, Kishenbhog, Mankurad,Pairi and Fazli.

Mango is considered in treatment for various disease like diabetics, ulcer, cardiovascular, allergic liver and kidney disorder, fungal infection, nervous disorder, cancer, bacterial infection.Mango seed kernal extract used for food cosmetic and pharmaceutical application.

Mango butter act as a moisturizers, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, skin re-generators,heals skin rashes, skin peeling, sun tan, itching skin.Latest Research found that , Psoriasis shall be cured using mango butter.

Interesting health Facts On Mango

Funny Facts on MangoImportant health benefit of mango is protecting human body against damage by providing lot of reactive oxygen and nitrogen supply .Mango peel contains pigments with antioxidant properties including carotenoids, polyphenols that counteract free radicals in different disease processes .

Major Health Benefits of Mango

  • Enhance immunity ,
  • Improve vision ,
  • Improve Blood vessel and skin ,
  • Act as Antibody ,
  • Regulates Cholesterol .fish_oil_186094Components present in Mango protect from cancer, eye -renal problem, constipation, bacterial infection, fungal infection, anemia, obesity, cardiovascular-heart problem.The raw Mango acts as a coolant in summer. Green mango helps to cool down the body and prevent sun or heat stroke.Tartaric acid, malic acid and citric acid found in Mango helps to maintain the alkalinity of the body.mango nutrition chart
    Enzymes in Mango help in Digestion (breaking down food particles).The fiber help in digestion and elimination result in curing piles and constipation.Mango leaves helps in decreasing diabetes by increasing the insulin percentage in the blood.Vitamin C, Iron in Mango regains blood vessel and decrease anemic and enhances Memory power.
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