The name Asafoetida comes from the Latin word “foetid” which means “smelly”. Rightly so, since Asafoetida, also known as ‘hing’ in Hindi, has a very distinct, pungent smell. This spice is used as a digestive aid, in food as a condiment, and in pickling. While on its own, the smell may strike you as overpowering and somewhat unpleasant, in cooking it mellows out and produces a flavor similar to onion […]

Garlic, considered as the natural wonder drug, has many vital nutrients including vitamins, amino acids, and enzymes. Often used to add flavor to recipes and dishes, garlic can also be used as a medicine to prevent or treat a wide range of aliments and diseases. Here are some health benefits of garlic and why it is important to include this natural wonder drug daily in your diet: Garlic contains a […]

  Instead of putting a bunch of unhealthy ingredients like chocolate powder, sugar and cream in your milk, start drinking haldi doodh instead. An age-old remedy, it is a powerful combination that has several health benefits. All you have to do is boil milk with half a teaspoon of turmeric powder or a 1-inch piece of fresh turmeric for 10-15 minutes, and voila! 1. Treats colds and coughs Turmeric is […]

There are so many benefits of coconut water in the summer. You will feel refreshed when you just sip some coconut water on a hot and sweaty summer noon. There are so many nutrients in coconut water – minerals like magnesium, calcium, potassium, sodium, etc, can be found in coconut water. Keeps body hydrated When your body lacks enough fluids, dehydration occurs. Thus, drinking a liquid like coconut water saves […]

  Noni or Indian Mulberry, the fruit of the Morinda Citrifolia tree, is actually a species of the coffee family – and like coffee, it is a stimulator, but not in the way you would imagine. Native to Southeast Asia and Australasia, the Noni fruit has been particularly well revered in Hawaii, where it is a part of many traditional medicinal remedies. The noni plant is a source of antioxidants, […]

Ginger a common kitchen spice which we use in almost every spicy dish we make. It gives an excellent spicy nature to any food. But do you know it can used to treat more than 10 common diseases that we see regularly! Ayurveda describes it as an Analgesic, Carminative, Antiemetic, Aphrodisiac, Aphoristic, Digestive, Expectorant, and Stimulant. This digestive friendly and wonder drug is described as a universal medicine by Ayurveda. […]

Turnips are root vegetables. They belong to the family of Brassicaceae which is basically the family of green vegetables like cabbage, kale, brussel-sprouts, etc. We generally eat the roots but their sprouts and leaves are also edible and nutritious. Like other vegetables, turnips are very nutritious and good for health. Here are some of the health benefits of the root vegetable: Prevents cancer: The root vegetable contains high levels of […]

  Have you ever tried sipping clove tea? Well, you should start doing so for its amazing health benefits! Tea is an indispensable part of our lives and sipping on a hot cup of tea is enough to kick-start the day. However, if you are bored with the usual green tea or black tea, here’s something you can try – clove tea. Though cloves are found in every Indian kitchen […]

Aloe vera is a super plant that cures skin problems, alleviates breathing issues, reduces ache in joints and even helps get rid of lice. If you haven’t tried this wonder plant yet, start now.   If aloe vera were a pop group, it would undoubtedly be The Beatles. This wonder plant is a true  star, and it finds its place in history for thousands of years. Legend has it that […]

  This humble, but immensely powerful seed, kills MRSA, heals the chemical weapon poisoned body, stimulates regeneration of the dying beta cells within the diabetic’s pancreas, and yet too few even know it exists. Benefits of Black Seed The seeds of the annual flowering plant, Nigella Sativa, have been prized for their healing properties since time immemorial. While frequently referred to among English-speaking cultures as Roman coriander, black sesame, black […]