tropical fruit with yellowish-red flesh that is eaten ripe or used green for pickles or chutneys. It's been an important plant in Ayurvedic and indigenous medical systems for over 4000 years. It contains digestive enzymes (with α-amylase and α-glucosidase activities) and antioxidants (e.g. mangiferin), fiber and vitamins. Mango possesses antidiabetic, anti-oxidant, anti-viral, cardiotonic, hypotensive, anti-inflammatory properties. Various effects like antibacterial, anti fungal, anthelmintic, anti parasitic, anti tumor, anti HIV, antibone resorption, antispasmodic, antipyretic, antidiarrhoeal, antiallergic, immunomodulation, hypolipidemic, anti microbial, hepatoprotective, gastroprotective have also been studied. It helps with digestion, prevention of constipation, decreases risk of macular degeneration and colon cancer. It could also lower cholesterol levels, improve bone health and clear acne.
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mushroom is a fleshy, spore-bearing fruiting body of a fungus. The fungal growth typically takes the form of a domed cap on a stalk, often with gills on the underside of the cap. Technically mushrooms are neither fruit nor vegetables, as they are not plants. The U.S. Department of Agriculture does classify mushrooms as vegetables, though, because they provide many of the nutritional attributes of vegetables and are a healthy addition to diet. White mushrooms, such as button mushroom, cremini and the Portobello, are high in selenium which aids weight loss and might have positive effects on prostate cancer. Shiitake mushrooms could also fight tumors and infections. They are an excellent source of vitamin D. Reishi mushrooms contain gandodermic acid which helps reduce cholesterol which in turn can lower high blood pressure. Oyster mushrooms are being studied as a possible defense against HIV. Looking like a single mini-trumpet, Chantrelle mushroom has been associated with anti-microbial, bacterial and fungal properties. Porchini is a meaty mushroom similar to the Portabello, it has anti-inflammatory properties. Shimeji mushrooms can enhance the immune system and boost its healing capabilities. Pea sized white beans with fairly mild flavor and dense texture. A type of kidney beans, it was a staple food of the United States Navy in the early 20th century. Navy beans are also known by a variety of other names, including haricot beans, Boston beans, pea beans, and Yankee beans. Excellent source of cholesterol-lowering fiber, Can be used in a variety of dishes such as soups (zuppa and minestra), and chili. a round juicy citrus fruit with a sectioned, pulpy interior and a tough bright yellow or reddish rind. Sweet oranges are fruits of Citrus sinensis is the family Rutaceae, while bitter oranges (also called Seville, sour, bigarade or marmalade oranges) refer to Citrus aurantium. All oranges are hybrids between pomelo (Citrus maxima, about 25% of genes) and mandarin (Citrus reticulata, 75% of genes). Hybridization might have happened at least 2,300 years ago, or much earlier. bottled or freshly squeezed juice of oranges, round juicy citrus fruits with a tough bright reddish-yellow rind. Many popular orange juice brands use a chemical process to create juice that tastes and smells like oranges, and 'Not from Concentrate' doesn't actually mean less processed. Orange juice is shown to boost alertness and concentration. a side dish originally from Italy consisting of dough made from durum wheat and water, extruded or stamped into various shapes and typically cooked in boiling water. Classic pasta shape is long and rounded, perfect for twirling around a fork. Spaghetti (“A length of cord”) is America’s favorite shape. Vermicelli is s slightly thinner than Spaghetti, and Capellini (Angel hair) is the thinnest. Acni de Pepe is “Peppercorn”-like, bucatini is straw-like. Rotelle (“Little Wheels”) looks like a cartwheel. Rigatoni (“Large Grooved”) has ridges and holes. Most regular semolina white pasta and whole wheat pasta is vegan. Egg noodles are not, unless it's a "faux egg noodle" variety. technically a berry, yellow-orange fruit from 1.5 to 9 cm (0.5 to 4 in) in diameter, that may be spherical, acorn-, or pumpkin-shaped, eaten fresh, dried, raw, or cooked. The ripe fruit have a high glucose content. There are astringent and non-astringent types of persimmon. Astringent persimmons (like heart-shaped Hachiya) contain very high levels of soluble tannins if eaten before completely softened. Persimmons contain high levels of dietary fiber, phenolic compounds, potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron and manganese, vitamin C and beta carotene, and compounds with possible anti-tumor properties betulinic acid and shibuol. Regular consumption might improve cardiovascular health and fat metabolism. The excessive absorption of tannic acid, however, can make the tongue become numb and induce gastric diseases. Crab and sweet potatoes combined with persimmons could trigger gastric issues too, possibly because proteins and tannins form insoluble complexes under some conditions. Persimmons can lower blood pressure, and are not recommended to be eaten up to 2 weeks before and after surgery. A large juicy tropical fruit consisting of aromatic edible yellow flesh surrounded by a tough segmented skin and topped with a tuft of stiff leaves. It is widely used in everything from meat dishes to desserts & cocktails. While it is sweet, it is also known for its high acid content and helps aid digestion. In the scientific name of pineapple Ananas comosus, ananas, the original name of the fruit, comes from the Tupi word nanas, meaning "excellent fruit" pungent-tasting edible root from cabbage family Hawaiian style pickled radishes are quick to prepare, and require fermenting for 1-2 hours after adding water, vinegar, sake, sugar, salt, and wakame. It takes 5-6 more days to develop full flavor. Oriental style pickles can be also quick and spicy. Radishes countain good amounts of folic acid, fiber, riboflavin, potassium, copper, vitamin B6, magnesium, manganese, and calcium large plant-like algae growing in the sea or on rocks below the high-water mark. Seaweeds are simpler than flowering plants. Unlike plants that absorb nutrients through their roots, seaweed absorbs nutrients through all parts of its tissues. Edible seaweeds include the red algae, green algae, and brown algae. Seaweed and marine algae have more concentrated nutrition than vegetables grown on land and they are attributed health properties related to longevity, beauty and health. It is thought to have antiviral, antibacterial, and antiinflammatory properties. Seaweed is high in Iodine maintaining a healthy thyroid function, also calcium, iron, magnesium and vitamin C (more than in oranges). For thousands of years, this marine vegetable has been a staple in Asian diets. The red seaweed Chondrus crispus, rich in dietary fiber and oligosaccharides, was shown to increase the population of beneficial bacteria such as Bifidobacterium breve increased while decrease pathogenic species such as Clostridium septicum and Streptococcus It also increased concentrations of short chain fatty acids, including acetic, propionic and butyric acids Seaweed is also known as kaiso, weeds, agar, irish moss, kelp, laver, spirulina, wakame, dried weed, nori sheets, and marine algae. |
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