Tuesday, 19 May 2015

Health Benefits of Amla - M.M.Mithaiwala



Amla contains numerous nutrients that actually help you live a longer and healthier life. 

 
1.Strengthen Immunity Power
It enhances the immunity power of a person if it is used regularly.
Amla has antibacterial property thus helps to fight against infection by building immunity.
2.Prevents from Ageing
Amla is the rich source of antioxidants thus prevents the body from free radicals, reduces cells damage, prevent from ageing, cancer and other diseases.
3.Beneficial for Stomach and Liver
Amla reduces the inflammation and acidity.
Amla keeps the liver healthy (a most important body organ) and helps in flushing out more toxins.
4.Keeps Urinary System Healthy
It also keeps the urinary system healthy and helps in flushing out more toxins without over-stimulating the kidney.
5.Cures Sore Throat
It cures the sore throat and cough if taken its juice with ginger juice together.
6.Keeps Bone Healthy
The extracts of amla help in slowing down the activity of osteoclasts
7.Prevents from Infection
It protects us from chronic cough, Bronchitis, tuberculosis as well as allergic asthma.
8.Provides Nourishment to Nerves
It nourishes the nerves and provides relief in paralytic situations.
9.Keeps Body Systems Healthy
It cures urinary, respiratory, cerebral, gastro, cardiovascular problems.
10.Increases Hemoglobin Level
Because of its iron content, it enhances the RBC production and hemoglobin.
11.Strengthens Teeth and Nails
It makes stronger the teeth and nails.
12.Improves Memory Power
Amla rejuvenates the brain and improves memory as it is rich source of antioxidants and vitamin-c which enhances the production of norepinephrine (neurotransmitter) thus enhances the mood and brain activity.
It treats the disorders like insomnia and provides relief from stress.

Stay Strong, Live long


Friday, 15 May 2015

Bengali Dessert Rasmalai Recipe - M.M.Mithaiwala


 


Rasmalai is a Bengali dessert consisting of soft paneer balls immersed in chilled creamy milk and It also has been described as "a rich cheesecake without a crust."

Ingredients:

Full Fat Milk - 1 liter
Rasgulla - 10-15
Sugar - 1 1/4 cup or adjust
Saffron - 1 pinch
Nuts - 1/2 cup chopped (Almonds, Cashews & Pista)
Ghee - 1 tsp

Method:

Heat the milk in a deep and wide vessel and bring it to a boil Once it has reduced, add  in sugar and boil till it is little thick.
Soak saffron in some warm milk for 5 mins, then Fry some nuts in a tsp of ghee till it    turns golden brown
Now add in saffron milk, fried nuts and raw pista in thick creamy milk and mix it well.
Add in rasgullas and simmer it for 5 mins.
Once it is done. Transfer it to a bowl and chill it for 5 to 6 hours.
Serve chilled with extra sprinkling of nuts.

Sweet Treat!!

Tuesday, 12 May 2015

Health Benefits of Jackfruit - M.M.Mithaiwala




Jackfruit is a wonderful fruit with wonderful health benefits. Its juicy sweet taste becomes even better when you know about the health benefits that you are going to derive from it. 

Jackfruit comes from mulberry family. It has thorny projections outside and soft flesh inside which is  intensely sweet and delicious in taste. It is typically found in South East Asia and finds its origins in India.
Improves Digestion:Jackfruit contains both Soluble and insoluble fiber with soluble content of 25% of the total fiber. Soluble fiber is the one which is digested in our body and provides energy
Bone Health: Jackfruit contains high amount of calcium which strengthens and promotes healthy bone health.
Skin Health and Ageing: Antioxidant rich diet including fruits like Jackfruit have proven to destroy these free radicals to slow the ageing process.
Ulcers: Jackfruit contains strong anti-ulcerative properties that not only help cure ulcers but also prevent a number of other digestive system disorders.
High blood pressure: Being a rich source of potassium, jackfruits are very effective in lowering high blood pressure and controlling the heart rate.
Promotes hair growth:Jackfruit seeds promote healthy blood circulation. Now proper blood circulation is extremely important for good hair growth. Hence it promotes hair growth.
High in protein:Jackfruit seeds are high in protein. You can consume the seeds by adding them to different dishes that you cook. It can replace lentils in your daily diet.
Eat right, be bright