FENNEL SEEDS.....

FENNEL SEEDS

                                                                                                                                   

"FENNEL"  in India is known by different names in different languages. In Hindi it is called 'SAUF', 'SONP' . In Bengali it is called 'PAN', 'MUHIN', 'MAURI'. In Gujarati it is called 'VARIARI' . In Kannada it is called as 'BADISOPU'. In Malayalam  it is called as 'PERUM JEERAKAM'. In Marathi it is called as'BADISHEP'. In Sanskrit it is called as 'MADHURIKA'. And in Tamil it is called as 'SOMPU'.
                    
            Fennel seeds are crispy and some what sugary , adding  an uplifting contribution to the increasing popular Mediterranean Cuisine .

 # HISTORY   
Fennel is an inhabitant of Europe and Asia. It is grown broadly in Northern India as a cold climate crop. It comes up well in a reasonably mild climate. The dry and cold climatic condition favor high seed production. It is being believed that ever since ancient times , fennel  has enjoyed a wealthy history.  

# SELECTION AND STORAGE:
Fennel seeds are available year around in the markets either in the form of seeds or processed ground form. In the store buy whole fennel seeds instead of powder ,  since oftentimes it may contain adulterated spicy powders . Store dry fennel seeds as you so in case of other spices.
Place whole seeds in a clean  air - seal and store in cool , humid free and dark place. 
Ground and powdered fennel should be stored in the refrigerator in airtight containers and should be used sooner , since it looses flavour quickly due to  evaporation of it's essential oils.

# BENEFITS  

1. HIGHLY NUTRITIOUS: 

Both fennel and its seeds are packed with nutrients. Here's the nutrition for  1 cup (87 grms) of raw fennel bulb and 1 tbsp (6 grms) of dried fennel seeds

*FRESH FENNEL BULB : 

• Calories     :  27
• Fiber           : 3 gm
• Vitamin C   : 12% RDI
• Calcium      :  3% RDI
• Iron             :  4% RDI
• Magnesium : 4% RDI
• Potassium    :  8%  RDI

*DRIED FENNEL SEEDS:

• Calories     : 20
• Fiber          : 2 gm
• Vitamin C  : 1% RDI
• Calcium      : 5% RDI
• Iron             : 6% RDI
• Magnesium : 5% RDI
• Potassium    : 2% RDI

 As per  the above table  , both fennel and fennel seeds are low in calories, but provide many important nutrients.  Fresh fennel bulb is good source of vitamin C , water soluble vitamin critical  for immune health, tissue repair and collagen synthesis. Both the bulb and seeds contains the mineral manganese which is important for enzyme activation, metabolism, cellular protection, bone development, blood sugar regulation and wound healing.

2.CAN BENEFIT HEART HEALTH : 
 Eating fennel and it's seeds may benefit heart health in a number of ways as they are packed with fiber - a nutrient shown to reduce certain heart disease  risk factors like high cholesterol . Potassium present in the fennel seeds ; if u add in your diet it may help reduce high blood pressure - a risk  factor for heart disease.

3. MAY HAVE CANCER FIGHTING PROPERTIES:
 The wide array of powerful plant compounds in fennel may help protect against chronic disease, including certain cancers. Eg. anethole - one of the  main   active compounds in fennel seeds has been found to exhibit cancer fighting properties.
Animal studies also suggest that extract from the seeds may protect against breast cancer and liver cancer.

4. MAY BENEFIT MENTAL HEALTH:
Animal studies have found that fennel extract may reduce aging related memory deficits.

#SIDE EFFECTS
Fennel is likely safe when taken by mouth in the amounts commonly found in food. Although rare other side effects might include stomach and intestinal upset. Some people can have allergic skin reactions to fennel . People who are allergic to plants such as celery, carrot, mugwort (vanaspati) are more likely to also be allergic to fennel.

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THE INDIAN CUISINE...........

INDIAN CUISINE , is known as one of the best cuisines in the world , because of the flavours added into the food, the spices and most importantly the love that blends in while making the food. The main ingredient which makes our Indian food so rich and tasty are  "SPICES" 

 India is rightly known as the "LAND OF SPICES" . No country produces as many varieties of spices as INDIA.  So in  each and every Indian house  you will find a MASALA DABBA/MASALA DABBI.

    
      MASALA DABBA.....(MASALA DABBI)
It's a popular spice storage container widely used in Indian  kitchen. A typical MASALA DABBA / MASALA DABBI  has a number of small cups or sections , often seven ,placed inside a round or a square box . 
The most popular and daily usage spices like mustard ,chili, garam masala, cumin , fenugreek , pepper, variety of masalas , ajwain which is also called as bishop's weed etc are stored in the box. 

      According to Indian food theory , our food has 6 different  flavours : sweet,bitter, sour , salty , astringent and spicy.  A proper Indian meal is a perfect balance of all 6 flavours with one or two flavours standing out.  

WHY IS INDIAN FOOD SO DELICIOUS?

As mentioned above Indian food is categorically delicious , it"s flavours  are complex, oscillating between sweet,spicy and savory. 

but what is it that makes Indian food so endlessly rich and tasty?

The answer is more complicated than you might think. Researchers  Anupam Jaina , Rakhi N and Ganesh Bagler from the Indian Institute for Technology in Jodhpur  analyzed more than 2,500 recipes to figure out why Indian food is so damn tasty- and it turns out to be very different than the western approach to creating dishes.

While many western cuisines attempt to pair ingredients that share "flavour compounds" only one  type of flavour is been tasted from all the added flavours like sweetness, sourness etc. Indian food's signature is that it combines ingredients to give a blissful taste. 

In the reasearch - A total of 194 unique ingredients were identified in the recipes and subdivided into 15 categories - spices, herbs, meats,etc. But rather unsurprisingly , the spices and their methods of pairing and combination , emerged as the character defining attributes of Indian cuisine.

From Chole bhature of Delhi to Dosa of South, 

From Rosogulla of Bengal to Dhokla of Gujrat,

From Lassi of Punjab to Biriyani of Hyderabad, 

From Vada Pav of Mumbai to Puchka of Kolkata,

From Dal bati churm of Rajasthan to Litti choka of Bihar.

India is all about mouth watering cuisines. No wonder why Indian cuisine always tops the foodies list worldwide. And these are not just food but emotions of people❤️❤️❤️.

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WORST FOOD COMBINATIONS

THE WORST FOOD COMBINATIONS....

#1 BANANAS WITH MILK.

Have you been eating bananas with milk???

We all love milkshakes and smoothies, don't we? The blend of seasonal fruits and  milk is the perfect combination to col down on a ht summer day.Who doesn't love to have a banana milkshake as a refreshing mid-meal beverage? While it tastes amazing, banana and milk might not go well when mixed together. Yes, you read that right. While the combination of milk and banana has long been seen in chilled milkshakes, it may pose various health risks.

>>Banana and milk combination douses the digestive fire.

>>Even if you want to consume them , you can first take milk and then after 20 mins  eat a banana.

you must avoid banana milkshakes as it hinders the digestion process and disturbs the sleeping pattern .

On the contrary  banana with  milk  is a great option for body builders and people who wish to gain weight and energy for high intensity work . However, it is not recommended for people with allergies  like asthma  as it creates mucus which leads to breathing disorders.

#2 TOMATOES AND CUCUMBERS.

What do you  think  ,mixing tomatoes and cucumber together  is "not beneficial to your health".

YES.. Tomatoes and Cucumbers have different digestion time and mixing them can cause health complications. The bad food combinations can trigger digestive problems such as stomach ache,gas,nausea and bloating. Cucumber also contains a  substance that destroys vitamin c in tomatoes.

So it is more beneficial to eat cucumbers and tomatoes separately.

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MISTAKES TEENS SHOULD AVOID WHILE HAVING BREAKFAST

MISTAKES TEENS SHOULD AVOID WHILE HAVING BREAKFAST...
     We've often heard teens grumbling about not having enough time to eat a healthy breakfast. Even if they put some concentrated efforts into trying to eat a healthy breakfast, a lot could go wrong with the most important meal of the day.
BREAKFAST is your first meal after a long fasting period and you need tohttp://www.delightfful.blogspot.com get it right in order to tone up your body the healthy way. Here's  a list of breakfast mistakes to avoid that debunk all the myths and gets your body right on track.
#1. JUICING YOUR FRUIT
Juicing your fruit is a great method of hydration and nourishment but beware of the packaged food products and its content of  added sweeteners , artificial color and preservatives. Squeeze your own fruit juice and consume it fresh. Squeezing your fruit eliminates the fiber ,vitamins and minerals thus converting into a power pack source of calories. Replace your fruit juice with a whole fruit and a glass of water that will help you to gain the same nourishment but will save you some calories.⌣
#2 PASSING ON PROTEIN
Proteins are the building blocks of our body that help fuel up our muscles and metabolism and help acquire satiety that keeps you going for a long time. Less protein in your diet could lead to early lethargy and exhaustion. Your daily bowl of cereal and milk may not fulfill this. Add an egg to your breakfast to complement your protein intake.Use dried fruits ,nuts and seeds and milk products to make sure you get enough protein.
#3 GORGING ON BREAKFAST TREATS
What you eat for breakfast is as important as eating a breakfast .It is wrong to think that you can get away by eating bagels or chocolate pancakes for breakfast in the morning as you fuel up for the day to go. Opting for such treats may get you hungry quicker as they do not give you satiety  or a feeling of fullness. Nix the high calorie-high carbs  option early  in the morning to avoid over eating.
#4 LOW FIBER BREAKFAST
Fiber is the substance that give bulk to your food. A high fiber diet has an innumerable health benefits and it is only wise to make sure  your body  gets  enough  of it. Add fruits ,vegetables,whole cereals and nuts to your breakfast to boos up your fiber consumption.
#5 SKIPPING BREAKFAST DUE TO FEELING OF FULLNESS
Even if you feel full from the previous day's dinner or are in a rush ,make sure you eat a quick breakfast .Skipping breakfast slows down our metabolism and makes us feel lethargic and decrease our stamina. Grab a small breakfast just to boost up your metabolism and reenergise  instantly . A slice of whole-wheat toast , a fruit or a fist full of sprouts can do the  trick.
#6 EATING ON-THE-GO
Do not reach out for food constantly throughout the day. Eating on-the-go all the time makes you consume more than you need and this could sabotage your healthy eating plans.Find some time in the morning to sit and eat with calmness and awareness. Eat a whole breakfast that has a good balance of all the nutrients that your body needs and keep a check on your portion sizes.
#7 EATING LESS TO TRIM YOUR WAISTLINE
Starving yourself to cut down weight is a myth and it's high time that you got rid of it. Losing weight is a multidisciplinary approach hat requires more than just not eating. Not eating enough food will slow down your metabolism and deprive your body of all the nutrients it needs fr a healthy functioning .
#8 EATING MINDLESSLY
Eating mindlessly is one of the most grave issues that we face today. It means that we are not putting enough thought to hat we are eating and the process of eating. Focusing on your body's requirements, its appetite and the amount of food it requires is very crucial. Put some mind to what you are eating , the taste, the texture and how it makes you feel.
#9 FUELLING UP WITH SUGAR
Avoid consuming sweet treats like waffles or muffins for breakfast. They cause a sugar spike in your body after a long period of fasting and these continuous fluctuations can be of real danger. Simple sugars just add up to your caloric consumption and are devoid of any other nutrients.