Saturday, 23 February 2013

Medicinal uses of banana:



Medicinal uses of banana:


Anaemia: 


              High in iron, bananas can stimulate the production of haemoglobin in the blood and so helps in cases of anaemia.


Blood Pressure: 

         This unique tropical fruit is extremely high in potassium yet low in salt, making it the perfect food for helping to beat blood pressure. So much so, the US Food and Drug Administration has just allowed the banana industry to make official claims for the fruit's ability to reduce the risk

Saturday, 25 August 2012

Curry leaves


Curry leaves

The curry tree (Murraya Koenigii) is native to India. The curry leaves are used extensively in South Indian and Sri Lankan cooking, especially in curries. Although thrown out later, the curry leaves are essential in providing the rich aroma to the curries. Recent studies have shown these leaves to possess anti-diabetic, antioxidant, hepatoprotective properties. They are also good for hair.

Saturday, 18 August 2012

G.K Part 1

General Knowledge

Who was the chief architect of Constitution of India? 

Answer: B.R.Ambedkar

How many feet is 1 U.S. fathom?

Answer: Six Feet

Who invented the television?

Answer: John Logie Baird

Who created the animated TV Sitcom "South Park"?

Answer: Trey Parker and Matt Stone 

Which instrument was played by Indian musician "Ustad Bismillah Khan"?

Sunday, 12 August 2012

Cauliflower & Broccoli Soup

Cauliflower & Broccoli Soup

Serves                              4
Ingredients
  • 50 g butter
  • 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
  • 8-10 cloves of garlic(finely chopped)
  • 2 tea spoon mustard sauce
  • 1 medium cauliflower
  • 1 small broccoli
  • 1 big potato(peeled & cubed)
  • 1 cup of milk
  • 4 tbsp milk cream
  • salt & pepper to taste

Saturday, 11 August 2012

Banana Bread

Banana Bread
Serves                  8
Ingredients
  • 4 ripe bananas,mashed
  • 1 vanilla bean,cut to open and remove seeds from pulp
  • 65 ml melted butter
  • 100 g sugar