Although dried figs are available throughout the year, there is nothing like the unique taste and texture of fresh figs. They are lusciously sweet with a texture that combines the chewiness of their flesh, the smoothness of their skin, and the crunchiness of their seeds. California figs are available from June through September; some European…
Fig
Mulberry
Refreshingly succulent, tart and sweet mulberries are indeed rich in numerous health benefiting flavonoid phyto-nutrients. Botanically, they are the berries obtained from the silkworm tree belonging to the Moraceae family, within the genus: Morus. Scientific name: “Morus nigra. L.” In Spanish, they are known as moras. More than hundred species of morus exist. In taxonomy,…
Date
What nutrients are there in the dates? A lot indeed! Here are sweet, delicious fruits from the tropical oasis, brimming with much-needed minerals and energy to help you stay fit and healthy. Botanically; they are the fruits grow on the palm tree belonging to the family of Arecaceae, in the genus: Phoenix, and scientifically named…
Barberry
Barberry is an evergreen, deciduous shrub that has a scrubby texture. It has a grooved grey-yellow stem and yellow roots that have toothed leaves and spines. It also bears yellow flowers along with oval shaped red fruits. The medicinal uses of barberry have been known for more than 2000 years and therefore it has been…
Raisins
Raisins are dried grapes/currants. However, unlike fresh grapes, they indeed are rich and concentrated sources of energy, vitamins, electrolytes, and minerals. On weight per weight comparison basis, 100 g of dried grapes hold 249 calories, several times more fiber, vitamins, minerals and poly-phenol antioxidants than the fresh grapes. Raisins, however, contain fewer amounts of vitamin…
Fruits
Dried fruits have effective and beneficial therapeutic effects without side effects; Are nutritious and provide energy to the body. In fact, it can be said that dried fruits are like of a natural capsule for healthy body function. Dried fruit is rich in nutrients needed by the body such as vitamins, minerals and enzymes. Easily…