POMEGRANATE

The word pomegranate means seeded apple, a fitting name for this apple sized fruit filled with jewel like clusters of red seeds. The fruit can be eaten by breaking it apart, lifting the clusters of the seeds and eating them. They are also consumed as a juice. The juice can be used to make jellies, sorbets, sauces as well as to flavor salads, baked apples etc. This delicious juicy fruit has numerous health benefits also.
- They are a good source of fibre, vitamin C and niacin.
- Pomegranates are a good source of potassium.
- They are rich in anthocyanins and ellagic acid which have antioxidant properties.
- They are rich in plant chemicals.

HONEY

HONEY is known as the 'Nectar of the Gods'. Honey, a carbohydrate compound has been accepted to generate heat, create and replace energy and also to form certain tissues. It also supplies the organism with substances for the formulation of enzymes and other biological ferments to promote oxidation. It has distinct germicidal properties. Honey is a valuable food, which somehow has not been appreciated.
Honey was a staple sweetener before sugar became available. Honey is mostly fructose and glucose. Some types provide minute amounts of B complex and C vitamins. Honey does contain anti-oxidants apart from antimicrobial and wound healing properties. To obtain maximum benefits it is vital to use organic honey.
BENEFITS:
1) A source of quick energy.
2) Adds flavors to foods and beverages.
3) Improves shelf life of baked foods.
4) Has anti-microbial properties.
5) Helps in asthma.
6) Relieves colds, cough.
7) Aids in digestion.
8) Has wound healing properties

ACNE

Acne begins usually with blackheads. Blackheads are formed when oil and dead cells get trapped in a pore. They then turn black when exposed to air. When inflamed they become pimples which multiply when touched with dirty hands. Here are few home remedies for dealing with acne.
1) Grind nutmeg(jaiphal) with unboiled milk and apply on acne for 1-2 hours.
2) Make a paste by mixing honey and cinnamon powder. Apply paste on pimples before sleeping and wash it next morning with warm water.
3) Apply a mixture of 1 teaspoon lemon juice and 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder. Not for sensitive skin.
4) Make orange peel paste by grinding it in some water. Apply on and around pimples.
5) Apply fresh mint juice over the face very night.
6) Apply a paste of fresh methi leaves over the face every night for 10-15 minutes and wash with warm water.

SPINACH

Green leafy vegetables are an important group of food. Green leaves are a great source of alkaline minerals and have anti-stress properties. They are the best form of chlorophyll which is one of nature's most important healers.
Spinach is a rich source of vitamin A, vitamin K, folate and potassium. It contains vitamin C and B6 and riboflavin.The vegetables dark green leaves contain other valuable nutrients especially antioxidants and bioflavoids that help block cancer causing substances and processes. Cooking spinach helps to convert lutein into more bio-available forms. Folate is important for pregnant women as it helps prevent congenital neurological defects. Folate deficiency can cause a severe type of anemia.

HOME REMEDIES FOR TOOTHACHE

Toothache indicates presence of infection, breakage or tooth decay. Here are a few home remedies for temporary relief.
1) Placing a slice of onion in the affected area.
2) Alcohol based mouthwash or hydrogen peroxide aid in toothache relief.
3) Clove oil and garlic provide immediate and long lasting relief.
4) Gargling with warm salt water is useful.
5) Few drops of vanilla extract on the affected tooth helps.
6) Chewing ginger provides pain relief.
7) Dab a cotton ball in asafoetida paste made with lime juice.