Indian Cooking - Benefits of food we eat


	FRUITS

	Apples	Astringent, tonic. Relieve constipation, reactivate beneficial gut bacteria, reduce total cholestrol. Help remove toxins.
	Apricots	Laxative, potent antioxidant, natural sweetener. Improve circulation.
	Avocados	Acid-alkaline content is balanced. Easily digested, good for the blood and prevent anaemia.
	Bananas	Promote sleep. Mild laxative. Anti-fungal, natural antibiotic. Contain Pectin, which helps ulcers, lowers cholestrol, and removes toxic materials from the body.
	Cherries	Antispasmodic, relieve headaches. Juice fights gout. Natural antiseptic.
	Dates	Excellent against diarrhoea and dysentry and good for problems with the respiratory system.

	Figs	Laxative, restorative, increase vitality. Move sluggish bowels, clear toxins. One of the highest plant sources of calcium.
	Kiwi Fruit	Remove excess sodium in the body. excellent source of digestive enzymes.
	Lemons/ limes	Astringent, potent antiseptic, excellent for colds, coughs, sore throats. Dissolve gallstones. Anti-cancer properties.
	Mangoes	Beneficial for kidneys, combat acidity and poor digestion. Good blood cleanser.
	Melons	Excellent cleanser and rehydrator. High water content. Should be eaten on their own for maximum benefit.
	Oranges	Stimulating, tonifying, cleansing. Internal antiseptic. Stimulate peristalsis.
	Papayas	Excellent for aiding digestion. Anti-parasitic, anti-cancer. Soothe intestinal inflammation and gas and detoxify generally.
	Peaches	Diuretic, Laxative, easily digested, alkaline. Cleansing for kidneys and bladder.
	Pears	Diuretic. High iodine content, beneficial for thyroid function function. Contain pectin, which aids peristalsis and the removal of toxins.
	Pineapples	Contain bromelain, a potent digestive enzyme, scavenging bacteria and parasites; very similar to stomach acid. Not kind to teeth animal.
	Strawberries	Anti-cancer, antiviral, antibacterial.
	Tomatoes	Contain over 90 percent water. Antiseptic, alkaline. Raw tomatoes reduce Liver inflammation. Eating large quantities can interfere with calcium absorption.
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	VEGETABLES


	Asparagus	Contain asparagine, which stimulates the kidneys. Mild laxative, anti-bacterial. Caution: Contains purine, avoid if you suffer from gout.
	Auberigne	Clean blood, prevent strokes and haemorrhages, protect arteries damaged by cholestrol.
	Beetroot	Excellent intestinal cleanser. Good blood builder, detoxify liver and gall bladder.
	Cabbage	Eaten raw, it detoxifies the stomach and upper colon; improves digestion. Stimulates the immune system, kills bacteria and viruses. Anti-cancer and antioxidant.
	Cauliflowers	Help purify the blood. Good for bleeding gums, kidney and bladder disorders, high blood pressure, constipation. Anti-cancer and antioxidant.
	Cucumbers	Diuretic, laxative. Dissolve the uric acid that causes kidney and bladder stones. Help digestion. Regulate blood pressure.
	Mushrooms	Thin the blood, lower cholestrol. support immune function. Shiitake mushrooms contain a potent anti-cancer element.
	Okra	Soothing to the intestinal tract. Beneficial for bloating and gas.
	Onions	Antiseptic, anti-spasmodic, antibiotic. Reduces spasms in asthma. High capability for detoxifying - remove heavy metals and parasites.
	Peas	Good source of vegetable protein. tone the stomach and aid liver function.
	Peppers	Antibacterial, stimulant. Normalize blood pressure, Improve circulatory system, boost secretion of saliva and stomach acid, help peristalsis.
	Potatoes	Potato juice is very cleansing, benefiting the liver muscles, and providing energy.
	Radishes	Expectorant, dissolve excess mucus or phlegm. Clear sinuses and sore throats. Aid production of digestive juices, particularly when eaten with starches.
	Spinach	Anti-cancer. regulates blood pressure. Boosts the immune system. Supports bone health.
	Sweet potatoes	Easily digestible and highly nutritious. Excellent for inflammation of the digestive tract, ulcers and poor circulation. Detoxifying - bind to heavy metals and remove them from the body.
	Watercress	Diuretic, breaks up kidney or bladder stones. One of the best foods for purifying the blood and relieving phlegm. High iodine content. Stimulates thyroid.
	Yans	Anti-arthritic, anti-spasmodic, diuretic, tonifying. Bind to heavy metals to aid detoxification. Excellent for symptoms of PMS and menopause. Regukate oestrogens.
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	HERBS AND SPICES

	Garlic	Antibacterial, antiseptic, antiviral, decongestant. Lowers cholestrol. Nature's own antibiotic. A perfect food.
	Ginger	Anti-spasmodic, prevents nausea, improves circulation. Good for menstural cramps. Excellent for convalescence.
	Peppercorns	Digestive stimulant, antioxidant and antibacterial
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	WHOLE GRAINS

	Barley	Soothing to the digestive tract and liver, heals stomach ulcers, lowers cholestrol.
	Brown rice	Calming to the nervous system, relieves depression. An energy food. Rice water is beneficial for infant colic and alleviates diarrhoea.
	Corn	Excellent food for brain and nervous system. Good for eczema. Anti-cancer food. Rich source of essential fats.
	Millet	Gluten - free grain easily digestible. Highly alkaline. Rich in fibre. Low- allergenic food.
	Oats	High fibre content ensures a mild laxative effect. Stimulate digestive function. Antioxidant properties. Excellent for bones and connective tissue.
	Rye	An energy food. Cleanses and renews arteries, benefits the liver, rebuilds the digestive enzyme.
	Wheat	Stimulates the liver and cleanses toxins.
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	PULSES

	Chickpeas	Support Kidney function. Digestive Cleanser. Excellent source of vegetable protein.
	Green Gram	Great heart and blood cleanser, excellent for detoxification.
	Kidney beans	High in fibre, cleanse the digestive tract. increase beneficial bacteria, removes excess cholestrol.
	Lentils	Good source of minerals for nearly every organ in the body. Neutralize acids produced in muscles.
	Soyabeans	A perfect vegeterian protein. A potent phyto-oestrogen which may help prevent breast/ovarian cancers. Excellent source of lecithin to help lower cholestrol. May be used as good alternative to cow's diary.
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	NUTS

	Almonds	Very alkaline, good source of protein, contain leatril (anti-cancer). Good building food for those who are underweight.
	Cashewnuts	Improve vitality, good for teeth and guns.
	Coconut	Regulates thyroid function.
	Walnuts	Strengthen the kidneys and lungs, lubricate the digestive system, improve metabolism.
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	DAIRY

	Yoghurt	Beneficial to the intestinal tract by regenerating good bacteria.
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	FISH, MEAT & SEAFOOD

	Herring	Excellent blood cleanser, good for cardiovascular health.
	Mackerel	Maintains cardiovascular health, balances hormones. Strengthens the immune system.
	Oysters	Benefit cardiovascular, immune and sexual function.
	Tuna	Good for the skin, hormonal and cardiovascular systems.
	Chicken	Helps break up mucus during a cold. Mild antibiotic.
	Salmon	Rich source of omega-3 fish oil; good for hormonal health, skin, the immune system, bones and teeth.
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