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Friday, September 29, 2023

Health Benefits of Eggplant

 Health Benefits of Eggplant

Eggplant is a purple vegetable with a pear-like form. It can be grilled, fried, or baked and is a lean meat alternative.

 

Vegetable Name: Eggplant

Scientific Name: Solanum melongena

Size: 7 inches to 10 inches

Storage: Keep them refrigerated 5 to 7 days

Where to plant: Warm climates

Period planting: 100 to 120 days

Texture after cooking: Creamy texture

 

 

5 Nutrients Benefits

1.     Vitamin C

2.     Vitamin K

3.     Vitamin B6

4.     Calcium

5.     Magnesium

5 Medicinal benefits that help reduce risk of

1.     Indigestion

2.     Blood cholesterol

3.     Blood sugar

4.     Heart problem

5.     Eye Degeneration

5 Helpful Health Benefits

1.     Anti-Cancer

2.     Antioxidants

3.     Enhance Bone Health

4.     Lowers blood sugar

5.     Improves heart flow

5 Different ways to cook eggplant

1.     Roasted Eggplant

2.     Grilled Eggplant

3.     Stuffed Eggplant

4.     Sautéed  Eggplant

Baked Eggplant

Friday, September 22, 2023

Health Benefits of Asparagus

 

Health Benefits of Asparagus

Asparagus or sparrow grass, is an edible young shoot (spears), that is very delicious, full of nutrients and have different ways to cook it.

Vegetable Name: Asparagus

Scientific Name: Asparagus officinalis

Size: 5 to 8 inch

Storage: Cover with Wet a paper towel in plastic then refrigerate them for up to 4 days.

Where to plant: subtropical climate regions

Period planting: 90 days

Texture after cooking: soft and creamy


5 Nutrients Benefits

1.     Vitamin A

2.     Vitamin C

3.     Vitamin K

4.     Vitamin E

5.     Phosphorous

 

5 Medicinal benefits that help reduce risk of

1.     Blood Pressure

2.     Blood Clotting

3.     Breast Cancer

4.     Heart Problem

5.     Liver and Kidney Disease

 

5 Helpful Health Benefits

1.     Helps brain

2.     Antioxidants

3.     Anti-inflammatory

4.     Lowers Blood Pressure

5.     rich in Fiber


5 Different ways to cook Asparagus

1.     Steamed Asparagus

2.     Sauté Asparagus

3.     Soup Asparagus

4.     Cheesy Baked Asparagus

5.     Roasted Asparagus

 

 

Friday, September 15, 2023

Health Benefits of Artichoke

 

Health Benefits of Artichoke

Artichoke, Globe artichoke or French artichoke, is a thistle-like perennial plant. While being high in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, artichokes are low in fat and lower your risk of indigestion.

 

Vegetable Name: Artichoke

Scientific Name: Cynara cardunculus variety scolymus

Size: 4 inches to 6 inches

Storage: Keep them refrigerated up to seven days

Where to plant: Mediterranean region

Period planting: 85 to 100 days

Texture after cooking: soft and chewy

 

5 Nutrients Benefits

1.     Protein

2.     Magnesium

3.     Vitamin B6

4.     Riboflavin

5.     Niacin

5 Medicinal benefits that help reduce risk of

1.     Indigestion

2.     Cancer Growth

3.     Heart Problem

4.     Fatty Liver

5.     Diabetes

5 Helpful Health Benefits

1.     Regulate Blood Pressure

2.     High in Fiber

3.     Boost your immune system

4.     May improve liver health

5.     Anti-cancer

5 Different ways to cook Artichokes

1.     Steam Artichokes

2.     Grilled Artichokes

3.     Pressure cook Artichokes

4.     Braised Artichokes

5.     Bake Artichokes

 

 

Saturday, September 9, 2023

Health Benefits of Lady finger or Okra

 

Health Benefits of Lady finger or Okra

 

Okra, often known as lady finger, is one of the healthiest vegetables. Although it initially appears to be a lady's finger, it offers many health advantages.

 

Vegetable Name: Lady finger or Okra

Scientific Name: Abelmoschus Esculentus

Size: 2 to 7 inches

Storage: Keep them refrigerated two to three weeks

Where to plant: warm temperate regions

Period planting: 50-60 day

Texture after cooking: soft and slimy

 

5 Nutrients Benefits

1.     Fiber

2.     Antioxidants

3.     Vitamin C

4.     Vitamin K

5.     Vitamin A

5 Medicinal Benefits that help reduce risk of

1.     Stomach ulcer

2.     Inflammation

3.     Constipation

4.     Diabetes

5.     Asthma

5 Helpful Health Benefits

1.     Antioxidants

2.     Anti-cancer

3.     Lowers blood sugar

4.     Rich in fiber

5.     Boost Immunity

5 Different ways to cook okra

1.     Deep-Fried Okra

2.     Baked Okra

3.     Grilled Okra

4.     Pickled Okra

5.     Salad Okra