We have highlighted many research backed benefits of beets. As per data from US Department of Agriculture beetroots are high in nutritional value supporting many intense physical activities. However, pregnancy is completely different and highly complex condition. One needs to be extraordinarily cautious about nutrient intake during pregnancy. Are Beets Good During Pregnancy? Beets are […]
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Nutraceuticals for the Treatment of Osteoarthritis
Leilani Alvarez, DVM, CVA, DACVSMR, and CCRT, head of the service of the Integrative and Rehabilitative Medicine Department at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center, New York, bets on role of nutraceuticals in treating osteoarthritis and degenerative diseases with multimodal management. According to her nutraceutical supplements should be primary treatments instead of complementary because of their […]
Five Ways to Add Moringa Oleifera in Your Daily Diet Routine
In past, we have discussed nutritional value of moringa oleifera as per US Department of Agriculture. Moringa Gravy with Lentils This is the most famous as well as common ways to include fresh moringa leaves in gravy made from lentils. Moringa leaves are known to blend easily and increases iron, calcium and magnesium content of […]
Moringa Tree and Its Types
Moringa (also commonly referred to as drumstick tree) has been categorized in 13 species. Among them, Moringa Oleifera is most popular, nutrients rich and with multiple therapeutic benefits, hence widely cultivated across the world. Varieties that are less in nutrients value yet cultivated are PKM-1, PKM-2 and ODC-3 for the reasons of high-yield, rapid growth […]
Shilajit and Its Fulvic Acid Content
Other Names of Shilajit Shilajit is a popular reference name world-wide, other references include salajit, mimie, shilajatu or mummiyo. It is blackish sticky exudate formed at high altitude mountain range, mainly in Himalayas. What is Shilajit? Shilajit is naturally occurring substance formed in Himalaya after decaying of organic substances over the course of many centuries. Decaying of […]
How Moringa Helps in Wound Healing?
Moringa (Moringa oleifera) promotes wound healing through strong anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties, accelerating tissue repair and increasing collagen production. Topical application of moringa oil or leaf extracts helps reduce infection, speed up wound closure, and enhance re-epithelialization. It is effective for cuts, burns, and chronic wounds, as per study published at US National Library […]
Study Backed Benefits of Betalains of Beetroot
In previous post we highlighted nutritional value of beetroot and bioactive phytonutrients. In this post we will discuss various health benefits of betalains found in beetroot. Betalains (mainly betanin) are the effective antioxidant extracted from beetroot. Several lines of evidence have shown that betalains might reduce the risk of some cancers, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, […]
Making of Shilajit Resin
In previous post we discussed about authenticity test of shilajit resin. Shilajit resin gets formed between Himalaya rock crevice. The process of formation takes many centuries. Decomposition of plants, over the centuries, turns in nutrient-rich, black tar like substance. Shilajit resin is first harvested and treated with water to remove impurities and then heated with […]
USDoA: Nutritional Value of Fresh Beetroot
Previously, we highlighted the health benefits of the beetroot. In this post we will discuss nutritional value of beetroot. Source of data is from USDoA (US Department of Agriculture). Nutrition in beetroot has been categorised in two categories; Bioactive phytonutrients and regular nutrition. Each 100gm of raw (wet) beetroot contains…. Regular Nutrition Value proteins (1.68 g), […]
USDoA: Nutritional Value of Moringa Green, Dry & Leaves’ Powder (100gm)
In previous posts we have highlighted research backed health benefits of moringa leaves. In this post we will discuss nutritional value of moringa leaves in green, dry and powder form. That data source is from US Department of Agriculture. Mineral Contents Leaf Powder Fresh Leaves Dried Leaves Calories (cal) 205 92 329 Fat (g) 2.3 […]

