Bell Peppers in Tamarind Sauce(Pulikaachal)
Bell pepper health benefits
– low in calories and packed with vitamins
– excellent source of vitamins A,C and potassium
– they contain a healthy dose of fiber, folate & iron
– for toddlers bellpeppers is good for brain development, eye sight, immune development, and a good source of B6; can reduce anemia,
Pigeon peas Soup (Rasam)
Rasam Health benefits
– Tamarind in rasam prevents constipation
– black pepper in rasam facilitates digestion and helps in weightless by revving up metabolism
– powerhouse of nutrients ; an excellent recovery food for patients down with flu or other illness.
Stuffed Bitter Melon(Bhara Karela)
Bitter Melon’s health benefits
-reduces symptoms of aging and cancer with alpha and betacarotene, lutein and sea xanthin
– reduces the effects of hemorrhoids and reliw=eves indigestion and constipation
– reduces the incidence of neural tube defects in infants being an excellent source of Folates
– may help treat HIV infection
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.
