Food
Try These Alternatives To Boiled Water For Good Health This Monsoon Season
Hot water served with a tinge of colour is a common site in restaurants and at homes in Kerala. If you have had a chance to taste it then you would know about its aroma and flavour that come along with it. The flavoured water also has innumerable benefits
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Just a sneeze at home can make the entire family point their fingers at you for having ice cold water from the refrigerator. Yes, the water you drink can play a major role in maintaining sound health. At home tap water is always treated something which is highly unsafe because of the indigestion related uneasiness that it can bring and the high amount of impurities that can be found in, commonly called as pacha vellam (raw water) in Kerala. As the monsoon approaches my mother extends her hand to take a spoonful of cumin and that is sprinkled into water and boiled till the water attains a golden yellow colour. This water attains a faint flavor of cumin and is called jeeraka vellam (Cumin Water). It is a quick fix for sore throat and cold. My mother would always fill a bottle full of this and keep it next to me. Sipping on this concoction always helps.
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Next is the slightly pinkish brown chukku vellam commonly served hot along with meals. Chukku or dry ginger is an ingredient that holds a lot of importance in Ayurveda. Ginger has the ability to act as a catalyst to the process of digestion and is carminative in nature. Now we know why chukku vellam is commonly served along with scrumptious feasts.
Another popular drink is Karingali vellam. Karingali is also known as Dahasamani (thirst quencher), it is a powder obtained by crushing the bark of Cutch tree. Along with purifying the water, there are many benefits to this concoction as well. It can cure indigestion, improve digestion and even improve your appetite.
Pathimukham (Sappanwood) is yet another tree bark powder generally sprinkled over boiling water to attain a warm pink colour. This ingredient purifies the water and prevents spread water-borne diseases. Regular use of this water is beneficial even for your skin.
That’s not all, there are more water blends to help you with certain ailments like mixing fenugreek for menstrual cramps and coriander water to ease bloating and soothing allergies. The main reasons why drinking water is served hot is to reduce the level of impurities and improve digestion. And the best part is that all the above-mentioned water mixes have a mild flavor to it and gives the plain water a fancy make-over.
If there is any other natural recipe or wonder herb that you use or has been prescribed by your grandmother or mother to keep you in the pink of your health, do share with us in the comment section below.
Food
Benefits of Including Crab in your Diet
Crab has all the attraction of seafood without the fishy flavor that some people want to avoid. It is delightfully salty with a delicate mineral sweetness. Crabs were reportedly among the foods that coastal societies eaten a hundred years ago. On the menus of the greatest restaurants today, it stands out as the highlight dish. Crab is famous for its distinctive, exquisite flavor as well as for the health benefits it provides.
Omega-3 fatty acids and protein are abundant in crabs. The Food Experts advise two servings of fish and seafood every week, which is not difficult.
Good Protein Source
Crab is a low-fat, nutritious protein source that boosts metabolism and gives you energy. In reality, crab has less saturated fat and about the same amount of protein per 100 grams as other meats.
Strengthens Heart Health
Consuming a lot of crab meat can actually benefit your cardiovascular system. The Omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, and protein found in crab are all beneficial sources of lowering cholesterol. Having lower cholesterol lowers your chances of heart attacks and strokes.
Increases Brain Activity
Crabs are healthy for you since they are a high source of selenium, vitamin B2, copper, and other vital vitamins and minerals. Together with omega-3 fatty acids, these nutrients support healthy brain ageing and reduce the risk of dementia. They aid in defending against oxidative stress, inflammation, and other elements that may have an impact on the growth and health of the brain.
Strengthens bones
You may already be aware of the significance of calcium for bone health. However, did you realize that phosphorus plays an equal role? Due to its high phosphorus content, crab flesh can aid in the development of strong, healthy teeth and bones.
Contains selenium
Compared to other meats, crab offers a substantially higher supply of selenium. As an antioxidant, this necessary mineral not only assists in preventing cell damage from free radicals but also strengthens your immune system. Selenium aids in the regulation of your metabolism and is essential for healthy thyroid function.
An aphrodisiac
The aphrodisiac property of crab meat promotes libido and sexual energy. They have high quantities of zinc and substances that increase estrogen and testosterone levels, enhancing sexual desire.
Makes the blood flow faster
Copper is yet another significant mineral present in crab meat. One significant advantage of copper is that it facilitates the body’s absorption of iron, which enhances the creation of red blood cells. After injuries and illnesses, proper circulation aids in the healing process.
Consuming excessive amounts of crab can have certain unfavorable impacts, just like with most other foods. If you eat too much of some of the nutrients in crab, such copper and zinc, you could get sick. Crab, however, is a fairly nutritious item to eat in moderation unless you have a seafood allergy, and adverse effects are uncommon. Before consuming any seafood, always make sure you don’t have any allergies.
Food
The Taste Of Malayali Kitchen In Sweden
A Kochi-based malayali is creating a sensation by preparing Kerala Cuisine in the foreign swedish kitchen. Devi Nair, who has been settled in Sweden with her husband for almost 10 years, wanted her daughter to experience the delicacies of the Malyaali culture along with her International palette. The sense of homesickness and nostalgia has a part to play in this venture as well. In recent years, as the pandemic hit she chose to share her cooking extravaganzas on Instagram which led her to become more known to the public. Her recipes featured celebratory treats like the Bengali confection Rosbora, local parotta, and non-vegetarian Kerala foods that are popular on social media because they’re simple to make yet delicious to eat and look at. Devi whips up a storm of authentic Kerala delicacies during Malayali festivals. Tender, plump unniyappam, spongy kozhukkatta, rice dumplings, Vishu ada, and Vishu katta are just a few of the items on her Vishu menu this year. She prepared undaputtu with spicy prawn filling, kilikkoodu with meat and egg white, and ammini kozhukatta, a spicy rice dumpling, for Eid. It is also heard that she is planning to launch her own bakery in Sweden as well.
Words By : Goutham Satheesh
Food
Some Flavourful Delights to Savour this Festive Season
Vishu and Easter festivities are around the corner. Along with dressing up and gathering around for some fun family time, you would definitely want to indulge in these simple but festive special treats.
Lilly’s Pattisserie
What if we told you could have Payasam cakes? Yes. You heard that right. The Lilly’s Patisserie, Thrissur is offering Payasam cakes on it its Vishu Special menu as a distinct highlight. Try out their Palada and Pazham Pradhaman cakes which are available in two sizes.They have also got you covered for Easter with a range of Hot Cross Buns from traditional to chocolate and candy berry flavours. You can also spice up your Easter treats with their artisanally crafted Easter Eggs.
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Pandhal Cake Shop
The Pandhal Cake Shop, Kochi is shelling out some amazing Easter Egg Surprises this Holy Season. Their marzipan-based eggs come in varied sizes and colours vibrant enough to cheer the grimmest of the lot. Also, check out their Easter Egg Baskets that are sure to surprise you!
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Lebanese Grill
No Easter is complete without some spicy meat-based main course to savour. This Kottayam-based Arabian restaurant is all about gifting your loved ones with some flavourful rice for the festive season. This Easter they are introducing the Mutton Cask Biriyani. The cask comes along with pappad, pickle and raita. These are only available on a pre-order basis. So, what are you waiting for? Hurry up and order now.
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