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Jaggery (Vellam)
Jaggery is unrefined whole sugar. It is processed in a natural way and it is 100% chemical-free. Raw sugarcane juice is boiled and simmered till the water content is evaporated and reaches a semi solid stage. Then it is poured over small moulds or to a big tray and then […]
Banana Flower (Vazhai Poo)
Banana Flower (Vazhai Poo in Tamil), which may also be called banana blossom, is used as a food item in India, especially in South India. It has lot of medicinal values. It is considered as a blood purifying item and it is effective in curing menstrual disorders like painful menstruation […]
Bittergourd (Pavakaai)
The bitter gourd has excellent medicinal values. It contains vitamin A, B1, B2, C and minerals like calcium, phosphorous, iron, copper and potassium. It helps purify blood tissue, enhances digestion, and stimulates the liver. The bitter gourd is used in the treatment of diabetes to lower blood sugar levels. Its […]
Mango Payasam for Mango Mela
This is specially made for Srivalli’s “Mango Mela”.
Garlic
Garlic is packed with lots of medicinal values. Garlic is a natural antiseptic, and help to prevent heart disease and cancer. Studies show garlic can reduce blood pressure, bad cholesterol and avoid blood clots which could potentially lead to heart attack or stroke. Garlic is an excellent source of manganese, […]
Brinjal – Kathirikkai
Brinjal is rich in antioxidants, which is helpful in stimulating the immune system and energy levels of the body, as well as keeping the heart healthy. It is high in water content and is a very good resource of potassium. It is low in calories, fat-free and is effective in […]
Pudina (Mint) Leaves
Pudina (Mint) leaves have lots of medicinal values. It is very effective in curing asthma, tonsillitis and joint pains. It also stimulates digestion and serves as a mouth freshener. Above all, it cools the body. You can add a spring of pudina leaves to fruit juices or even to your […]
Onion
Shallots, also known as small onions, sambar onions or pearl onions are low in calories and free from sodium, fat and cholesterol. It also contains dietary fiber, vitamin C, vitamin B6 and potassium. Regular consumption of onions help to lower high cholesterol levels and high Blood Pressure. It is also […]
Chithirai Thirunal
Tamil New Year is on 14th April 2023. Tamil Nadu Government announced the first day of Tamil Month of “Thai” (Pongal Day) as Tamil New Year and passed orders to this effect. However, there is no change in the mind set of people in Tamil Nadu and all are preparing […]