Fruits SMS   Fruits are a rich source of many important nutrients like fibers, vitamins, water, etc. The daily consumption of fruits keeps one healthy and at the same time maintain a young look.

The castor plant is the source of the castor seeds. The plant is grown, mainly, for its seeds which are used to make castor oil. This oil is used in lubricants, soaps, inks, varnishes, linoleum and a host of other areas. It is a commercially important crop and is grown largely in Western India, Brazil and China. This non edible oilseed is popular as it is biodegradable and does not cause any harm to the environment. Around 50-55% oil is contained in the castor seeds. The tiny grey seeds of the castor plant, dotted with brownish spots are contained inside the fruit. Two varieties of the castor seeds are known, one, being the red seeded and the other, white seeded. The castor oil, chiefly, consists of ricinoleate of glycerol or triricinolein along with small amounts of palmitin and stearin. ricinine and toxalbumine ricin are two other known components of the castor seed. Around 60% of the seeds are composed of triglycerides, largely ricinolein. The castor oil is useful for various medicinal and industrial purposes. It is used for treating various skin related disorders and can relieve swellings and pains.

Dry Red Chilli is one of the many spices used in Indian cooking. It is the fruit of the plants from the genus capsicum, which are members of the nightshade family 'Solanaceae'. They are commercially cultivated in many part of the world as they yield better returns as compared to other varieties. The heat in all chillies, whether hot or mild, is due to the chemical known as 'capsaicin' which is present in chilli seeds and membranes. Dry red chilli is generally used as a tempering agent and is fried with other spices, then added to the dish as a final touch. In India, lentils, vegetables and many other regional cuisines are flavored with this spice-flavored-oil, comprising of red chilli, cumin, and other spices. Dried chillies can be stored for a longer duration.

Cumin, also known as 'jeera' in India, is a widely used ingredient in Indian cuisines. It is referred to as the dried seed of 'Cuminum cyminum' that belongs to the parsley family. Cumin seeds are derived from the plant of cumin, a herbaceous annual plant, that has slender branched stems about 30 cm tall. Cumin seeds are a popular form of spice.

Known as the 'king of spices', black pepper has remained the most precious and valuable form of spices in the world. It is the 3rd most added ingredient in food among the wide range of spices. India is one of the largest producers of black pepper, after China and Vietnam. Black pepper has played a pivotal role in India's international trade and it is said that the Europeans came to India primarily for this very spice. A wide variety of black pepper is traded at an international level, with India as one of the top five exporters of black pepper.

Sesame Seeds SMS   Sesame seeds can be described as tiny oval seeds that are flat in their structure and have a nutty taste as well as a delicate crunch. They are the most common forms of seeds produced in the world. The sesame seeds are highly held in the market because of their high content of sesame oil. These seeds come in a variety of colors like white, yellow, black and red. The seeds of sesame are obtained from 'Sesamum indicum', an annual herb that grows well in hot climates up to a maximum height of seven feet. These seeds mature inside a pod which pop up once they become mature. They are widely used in making bread products, confectioneries, and as a garnishing item. Types of Sesame Seeds Sesame seeds can broadly categorized as per the following three types: White Sesame Seeds: White Sesame seeds are used in making bakery and are the most widely used seeds in the market. It needs not be processed can be directly consumed Black Sesame Seeds These form of seeds are well known for their medicinal properties. They contain at least 60% more calcium than hulled seeds. Their aroma and flavour are also quite well known Brown Sesame Seeds These seeds are popularly used for oil extraction purpose. These are non-hulled seeds, and are widely used in cereals, candies, granola, baked items, etc. They are a rich source of protein, iron, calcium and phosphorus.

Fruits SMS   Fruits are a rich source of many important nutrients like fibers, vitamins, water, etc. The daily consumption of fruits keeps one healthy and at the same time maintain a young look.

The castor plant is the source of the castor seeds. The plant is grown, mainly, for its seeds which are used to make castor oil. This oil is used in lubricants, soaps, inks, varnishes, linoleum and a host of other areas. It is a commercially important crop and is grown largely in Western India, Brazil and China. This non edible oilseed is popular as it is biodegradable and does not cause any harm to the environment. Around 50-55% oil is contained in the castor seeds. The tiny grey seeds of the castor plant, dotted with brownish spots are contained inside the fruit. Two varieties of the castor seeds are known, one, being the red seeded and the other, white seeded. The castor oil, chiefly, consists of ricinoleate of glycerol or triricinolein along with small amounts of palmitin and stearin. ricinine and toxalbumine ricin are two other known components of the castor seed. Around 60% of the seeds are composed of triglycerides, largely ricinolein. The castor oil is useful for various medicinal and industrial purposes. It is used for treating various skin related disorders and can relieve swellings and pains.

Dry Red Chilli is one of the many spices used in Indian cooking. It is the fruit of the plants from the genus capsicum, which are members of the nightshade family 'Solanaceae'. They are commercially cultivated in many part of the world as they yield better returns as compared to other varieties. The heat in all chillies, whether hot or mild, is due to the chemical known as 'capsaicin' which is present in chilli seeds and membranes. Dry red chilli is generally used as a tempering agent and is fried with other spices, then added to the dish as a final touch. In India, lentils, vegetables and many other regional cuisines are flavored with this spice-flavored-oil, comprising of red chilli, cumin, and other spices. Dried chillies can be stored for a longer duration.

Cumin, also known as 'jeera' in India, is a widely used ingredient in Indian cuisines. It is referred to as the dried seed of 'Cuminum cyminum' that belongs to the parsley family. Cumin seeds are derived from the plant of cumin, a herbaceous annual plant, that has slender branched stems about 30 cm tall. Cumin seeds are a popular form of spice.

Known as the 'king of spices', black pepper has remained the most precious and valuable form of spices in the world. It is the 3rd most added ingredient in food among the wide range of spices. India is one of the largest producers of black pepper, after China and Vietnam. Black pepper has played a pivotal role in India's international trade and it is said that the Europeans came to India primarily for this very spice. A wide variety of black pepper is traded at an international level, with India as one of the top five exporters of black pepper.

Sesame Seeds SMS   Sesame seeds can be described as tiny oval seeds that are flat in their structure and have a nutty taste as well as a delicate crunch. They are the most common forms of seeds produced in the world. The sesame seeds are highly held in the market because of their high content of sesame oil. These seeds come in a variety of colors like white, yellow, black and red. The seeds of sesame are obtained from 'Sesamum indicum', an annual herb that grows well in hot climates up to a maximum height of seven feet. These seeds mature inside a pod which pop up once they become mature. They are widely used in making bread products, confectioneries, and as a garnishing item. Types of Sesame Seeds Sesame seeds can broadly categorized as per the following three types: White Sesame Seeds: White Sesame seeds are used in making bakery and are the most widely used seeds in the market. It needs not be processed can be directly consumed Black Sesame Seeds These form of seeds are well known for their medicinal properties. They contain at least 60% more calcium than hulled seeds. Their aroma and flavour are also quite well known Brown Sesame Seeds These seeds are popularly used for oil extraction purpose. These are non-hulled seeds, and are widely used in cereals, candies, granola, baked items, etc. They are a rich source of protein, iron, calcium and phosphorus.