Fish and fish products are consumed as food all over the world and it is a good source of animal protein. Fish and other aquatic organisms have been of a great importance to man in so many ways like we are going to discuss about below. Products made from fish and fish processing waste are major sources of high-protein ingredients used by the animal feed and pet food industry, and of fish oil used for both human and animal consumption. Today, fish provides more than one billion poor people with…
Ferula Asafoetida is a resinous gum which is derived from the perennial fennel plant. Ferula Asafoetida can be used in a powdered form to relieve chest congestion and asthma, treat digestive issues like IBS, diarrhea, constipation and gassiness, regulate your blood sugar levels and lower your blood pressure. Asafoetida powder can also be added to soups and stews, or purchase it as a supplement in tincture or capsule form. Ferula asafoetida is herbaceous plant of the umbelliferae family. It is oleo gum resin obtained from the rhizome and root of…
Arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea. L) is the starch that’s obtained from the rhizomes of a perennial herb called Maranta arundinacea. It can be used to aid digestion, treat urinary tract infections, and help to fight foodborne pathogens, relieve mouth pain and boost your immune system. Arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea), is actually a starch rich, creeping underground rhizome that belongs to the Marantaceae family plants. The plant is native to the tropics of South America, where it has a long history of cultivation by native peoples and is widely grown in the Caribbean…
Annatto (Bixa orellana L.), popularly known as “urucum,” has been used by indigenous communities in Brazil and other tropical countries for several biological applications, which indicates its potential use as an active ingredient in pharmaceutical products. Annatto (Bixa orellana L.) which is derived from the seeds of the achiote tree and often used as a coloring agent because of its bright color that ranges from yellow to deep orange. Aside from its ability to color food naturally, it also contains antimicrobial properties and antioxidants which make it very useful for…
Do you know that the seed and oil of Anise (Pimpinella anisum) can be used to relieve several health conditions? Anise aids digestion, works as an anti-flatulence agent, and can be used to relieve coughs and colds. It can also increase urine flow, stimulate your appetite, ease menstrual discomfort, increase sex drive and increase milk production in women who are breastfeeding. Introduction Anise (Pimpinella Anisum L.) is a plant belonging to the Umbelliferae family and one of the oldest medicinal plants. It is an annual grassy herb with 30–50 cm high,…
There are over a hundred herbs and spices that can be consumed or used topically for healing, these natural foods possess a number of beneficial properties and work to reduce inflammation, improve the health of your heart, boost your immune system, and even prevent and fight cancer. So, I suggest that you bulk up your spice cabinet and start cooking with fresh herbs that provide therapeutic components you probably didn’t realize were there. There are also some more obscure herbs and spices that can be found in tea, extract, capsule…
Bananas have a lot of useful content for the body, so do not be surprised if the bananas have been planted at least in 107 countries. Here is a nutritional intake obtained from the consumption of medium bananas (about 126 grams) which is considered a serving. Banana fruit is one of the fruits that are rich in health benefits. Nutrients contained in bananas include protein, sugar, fat, water, vitamins, and minerals. However, in this article the author will discuss more about the health benefits of green bananas that may not…
Usually, we avoid eating before going to sleep because this will give a bad impact for our body, for instance: increased weight. But who would have thought that the consumption of certain types of fruit before bed will be able to provide many benefits for our bodies. One of the best fruits consumed before bedtime is bananas. Bananas which is one fruit has been widely known among people in various parts of the world are commonly consumed not only as a fruit table but processed into various other dishes. But…
Snail (Achatinoidea) is a common name given to a member of the class of molluscs Gastropoda. In ancient times these snails are usually hunted by farmers because regarded as pests. But after learning that this animal has a wide range of benefits, where this animal contains a lot of protein and also contains essential amino acids complete, so that the snails do not go unpunished. Even meat extract and snail slime contains benefits for treating the lining inflammation of the eye, pain due to menstruation, itching, toothache and others. Not…
With the name Bee balm, this ornamental flower attracts not only bees, but hummingbirds and other beneficial pollinators. Bee balms are highly valued for their deep scarlet color, but also come in blue, violet, white and pink. Sun Needs: Full Sun / Partial Shade Soil Needs: Damp Zones: 4 – 9 Height: 2 – 4 feet Blooms in: Mid‑Summer – Late Summer Features: Attracts bees, butterflies A perennial favorite native to North America, bee balm (also called wild bergamot) is beloved in flower beds for its beautiful blooms of red, pink, purple or white not to…
