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Neem- India’s local dispensary Neem an important constituent for most of the ayurvedic products is known to possess immense health promoting properties since ages. Known to be one of the most versatile plants, neem is a fast growing, evergreen tree having strong soil binding capability. Neem is one of those rare trees of which every part is known to possess therapeutic value, because of which villagers in India consider it as their home dispensary. Properties of Neem Neem has a bitter taste but has a powerful cooling energy. Neem also acts as a blood purifier thus leading to healthy blood. This refrigerating property along with a strong support for healthy blood helps to control the heat element of the body ( Pitta dosh). Neem is also dry and light in nature thus inducing faster metabolism, and a healthy liver.   The bitterness of neem also improves taste which forms the core of healthy digestion.   Benefits of Neem Healthy skin Blood purification...

Desi Ghee- Boost your health

Desi Ghee- Keep fit and be Healthy Desi Ghee is nothing but a clarified butter.  It is prepared by fermenting whole milk to curd, churning the curd to butter and finally boiling down the latter to ghee. It is the richest source of animal fat in a vegetarian diet. Ghee is predominantly consumed in south Asian countries. Food prepared in desi ghee is still considered better and Regular consumption of pure ghee enhances physical and mental strength, and keeps the body healthy.  Ghee has a high burning point, so it neither smokes nor burns when cooked. Storage The ghee can be stored for up to a year and even beyond if there is no smell or change in appearance. However, an ideal duration is to finish up your ghee in a year. It should be stored in the refrigerator if the duration of storage is more than three months. Make sure that you store ghee in an odourless and dry vessel. You must always use a clean and dry spoon to take it out. When the ghee is stored in an airt...

World goes gaga over Olive oil

World goes gaga over Olive oil Olive Oil is fast becoming the world's favourite oil. The long withheld secret of the various Mediterranean recipes is now out in the open for the people to enjoy. It is the natural oil extracted from olives, the fatty fruit of the olive tree, primarily cultivated in the Mediterranean region. Uses Olive oil is a applied to skin, is used as a medicine and is used as a cooking and salad oil. For skin        Olive oil is applied to skin mainly in tropical regions for earwax, ringing ears (tinnitus), pain in the ears, lice, wounds, minor burns, psoriasis, stretch marks due to pregnancy, and for protecting the skin from ultraviolet (UV) damage after sun exposure. As a Medicine Some people use olive oil usually mixed with other ingredients to treat constipation, bring down the cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, pain associated with ear infections, arthritis, and gallbladder disease. Cooking It is a pri...