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Flaxseeds are a prized superfood, known for their extensive nutritive values and health benefits. The tiny, nutty and crunchy seeds have gained the status of a superfood lately, but they are actually one of the oldest crops, having been cultivated since the beginning of civilization. Also known as common flax or linseeds, these tiny seeds originated in the Middle East thousa...

Fenugreek commonly known as Methi is an annual, multi-purpose herb with green leaves and small white flowers. These flowers consist of seed pods containing tiny, yellow-brown, hard, pungent seeds that have a bitter taste. Fenugreek seeds (methi seeds) are commonly used in Indian kitchen for its various culinary purposes. However, its usages are not limited to the kitchen but...

Pepper is an exotic climbing perennial plant native to the hottest regions of India and in the central Himalayas. Like like salt, it is such a common spice that it’s likely to be noticed only in its absence from the kitchen or dining table. Although pepper is most valued for cooking, its medicinal qualities far outshine its flavor profile. Throughout India’s long Ayurvedic t...

Kalonji, also known as Nigella Seeds is a common spice used in different Indian cuisines. These seeds give a distinct taste and aroma to the food. Originally discovered by Egyptians, the tiny black seeds have been used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for a very long time. They are loaded with vitamins, amino acids, crude fiber, proteins, and fatty acids. Adding a small amo...

Health benefits of pomegranate: From boosting immunity to protecting your heart, nutrition facts you must know Have you ever come across a richer and more nutrient-packed fruit than a pomegranate? The red rich fruit is known to be one of the healthiest for a reason. It is called as a divine fruit because it is the most mentioned fruit in theological books. Pomegranate has an...

When it comes to superfoods, ginger ranks high on the list thanks to its powerful health benefits. The plant’s flavor is anything but subtle. Many of us love to use this spice to add a nice zest to our home-cooked meals. But ginger’s incredible abilities to soothe everything from digestive problems to inflammation is the reason it deserves plenty of love on your spice rack....

Known as ‘the Golden Spice’, turmeric is known to be one of the most powerful spices in the world. The turmeric root has been used in Indian cuisine and traditional Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years. It is famous for its vibrant yellow colour and has a warm bitter taste. Also known as Curcuma longa—a member of the ginger family, it is primarily cultivated from the rh...