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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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Neem Flower (Veppam Poo)

Veppam poo is a must for the Tamil New Year Day. It is added to any one of the dishes which signifies, apart from the medicinal value, life’s bitter part and it should be accepted. Normally Veppam poo is added to the mango pachadi. Veppam Poo Rasam is also another […]

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Vendaikai (Ladies Finger/Okra)

Ladies Finger also known as Okra or Vendaikai in Indian Languages is low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. The nutritional value of okra helps to maintain optimum health and it is an ideal vegetable for weight loss. Other Okra Recipes: Vendaikai (Ladies Finger/Okra) Poriyal Ladies Finger (Vendaikai) Stuffed Ladies […]