Subzee..t Vegetable Thought of the day
GUESS ME ! ? ! resting, but attached to a table growing in the soil or hydrophonic in all shapes, sizes and colors red, green, yellow, orange, blue,… Read More »
Stufffed Bell Peppers(Bhara Simla Mirchi)
Bell Pepper burns more calories: Recent research indicates that red peppers activate thermogenesis and increase metabolic rate without increasing heart rate and blood pressure like hot peppers.
Plantain Stew ( Nendrankai Vattan)
Plantains ensure food security
– provide 10% of calories and carbs from resistant starch that can boost energy during marathon runs
-aid bone strengthening
– boost immunity
– reduce constipation
– play a vital role in vision maintenance
-play a beneficial role in treatment of neuritis, anemia and decrease homocysteine levels that cause stroke
Grilled Eggplants ( Baingan Bhartha)
In North India large eggplants are grilled in a Tandoor oven. In this preparation the egg plant is grilled on a stove in direct flame to be charred…. Read More »
Mushroom n Peas Sauté (Chatrak Matar Subzee)
mushrooms aid in weight loss
mushrooms boost immune system
mushrooms lower risk of breast and prostate cancer
mushrooms help lower cholesterol levels
mushrooms prevent osteoporosis and joint pain
mushrooms protect diabetics from infection
mushrooms strengthen bones and teeth
mushrooms stimulate absorption of iron,reduce blood pressure
Bitter Melon Sauté
Bitter melon is a staple among many cultures in Africa, Asia and Caribbean due to its anti inflammatory, anti fungal, anti allergenic, anti viral, anti parasitic and expectorant qualities.
Parsnip Bake/ Puree
Parsnip is a good carrot alternative. “Pastinaca sativa” scientific name for parsnip, is a cool biennial crop native to the Mediterranean region. It is a member of the… Read More »
Brussels Sprouts Steamed/Baked ( Chota Gobi Vafaa/Senka)
Brussels sprouts is among the top 20 most nutritious foods according to Aggregate Nutrient Density Index (ANDI) score providing a large amount of nutrients and few calories.
Broccoli Casserole(Hara Phool Gobi Senkna)
Broccoli Health Benefits
– has Anti cancer potential with anti carcinogenic compounds
– helps in pregnancy with Folate content
-Regulates Blood Pressure
– Chromium helps proper functioning of insulin ;
– potassium helps boost blood flow and oxygen;
-Calcium and Magnesium aid in blood pressure control
– Prevents anemia being rich in Iron
– Controls Diabetes: – broccoli sprouts may improve insulin resistance in type 2 diabetes
Cauliflower
Symbol: Cf Scientific Name: Brassica Oleracia Var.Botrytis Calories: 25 GI: 15 GL: 2 Image 1: https://www.laxmisruchis.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Cauliflower-scaled.jpeg Image 2:
