Cauli the Saviour

Recipe
Cooked Cauliflower can loose some of it nutrients. So to maximize nutrients is to eat it raw.
I can see many of you glaring at me, so for those who don’t like it raw try this mashed cauliflower.

1 large head cauliflower
5 garlic cloves
1/3 cup fresh herbs (Puthina, Thulsi, etc)
Crystal salt

• Chop cauliflower into smaller pieces
• Chop the garlic cloves into pieces of 2 or 3
• Steam cauliflower and garlic for 15 minutes or until the cauliflower and garlic are tender
• Combine the steamed cauliflower, garlic, fresh herbs, and salt and blend it until everything becomes mashed
• Eat it and stay healthy

Benefits

It is always looked at as the little brother of the brocholi which took all the credit of the entire family. But Cauliflower was always a super vegetable err.. flower

Cancer repellent 
You heard it with others and you will hear it here as well. Yes cauliflower shares its story too.
It slows the growth of stem cells causing cancer and slows down the tumor growth
It also helps in the control of prostrate cancer in men and breast cancer in women

Closer to the Heart
By virtue of anti oxidants and anti inflammatory properties cauliflower protects one from cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
Cauliflower decreases the chronic inflammation and maintain the patency of the blood vessels and keeps good blood flow to essential organs of the body.
It also contains allicin, which has been found to reduce the occurrence of stroke and heart disease.
Sulforaphane in cauliflower and other cruciferous vegetables has been found to significantly improve blood pressure and kidney function.

Anti Inflammatory
Everyone need some level of inflammation in our body to stay healthy. But it should never reach a position that it gets out of hand.
If the bodies immune system interprets the inflammation as a threat to the body, it can damage the system to an extent that can cause cancer and tumors.
Cauliflower's strong anti inflammatory property can work as deep as the gene to keep in control of all the trouble

Vitamin and Mineral
A serving of cauliflower contains 80% of the recommended daily value of vitamin C.
It also contains vitamin K, Protein, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Fiber, Vitamin B6, Folate, Pantothenic Acid, Potassium, and Manganese.
Wow! That looks like half the periodic table!

Brainy stuff
If you got some brains it does help it a lot. Choline in cauliflower helps in the brain development, which ties to the cognitive functions, memory and learning.
It has shown prospect in helping reduce the age related memory issues too.

Detox
It contains antioxidants that support Phase 1 detoxification.
It releases sulfur-containing nutrients important for Phase 2 detox activities.
The glucosinolates in cauliflower also activate detoxification enzymes

Digestion
As a major source of dietary fiber, it also contains sulforaphane which helps in protecting the inner lining of the the stomach and protecting it from bacterial overgrowth

And still if you feel you don't want to taste the cauliflower you can try some of its sisters and brothers

Broccoli, Turnips, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage,
Bok Choy, Chinese Cabbage, Arugula, Collard greens,
Horseradish, Kale, Kohlrabi, Radishes, Mustard greens,
Rutabaga, Wasabi, Daikon, Watercress

Apple with a Pine

When the guy told an apple a day keeps the doctor away, he must have pricked himself in the pineapple. Pine apple is one of the few understated fruits that can be used better than an apple to keep the doctor away

Who should 
You need a sudden spike of instant energy
You want to improve immunity
You want a good digestive solution
You have cough, common cold, sinuse
I am getting old and my vision is blur
I am a blob
I feel like a chemical weapon and need a detox

Who should be careful
I am diabetic - Consult a specialist.

Key highlights
Detox your system
2 slices pineapple
1/2 papaya, cubed
2 tablespoons yogurt
1/2 lemon
1 or 2 mint leaves

Say goodbye to Cough Syrup
1 cup of fresh pineapple juice
A quarter of a cup of fresh lemon juice
Fresh ginger
A tablespoon of honey
Half a teaspoon of cayenne pepper (Red chilly/ red pepper)
Little turmeric (to improve your digestion)

Anti-Inflamatory
Bromelain 
There is a lot of it in the pine apple. So what...?
This enzyme reduces inflammation from infection and injuries
Decreases osteoarthritic pain. They have a lot of names (arthritis, gout, joint pain and chronic inflammation)
Reduces swelling, especially of the nose and sinuses
And have an influence in the prevention of tumor cells and slow blood clotting

Sure does do a lot, but this is just the beginning

Immunity Booster
Vitamin C - Pineapple can bomb us with Vitamin C which boosts the immune system.
It can reduce the duration of the common cold
Apart from this, its also loaded with Vitamin A, Manganese, Copper, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6, Dietary fiber, Folate Calcium, Phosphorus, and Potassium. 
They can help maintain strong bones due to the content of the trace mineral manganese.

Digestion
The Bromelain is back - This also aids in digestion by breaking down proteins. Ever heard of marinating meat in pineapple juice? The enzymes help break the protiens and help in better absorption and digestion

Vision breakdown
Vision loss for older adults is caused by damage to the retina. Pineapple can lower the risk of this disease because of its beta-carotene. Its better than carrot as friuts are better absorbed by adults than vegetables.

Weight management
No, you won't get a six pack, you won't magically lose 30 kg in 2 months.
But yes pineapples are nutrient-dense and can help with weight management as they help you feel full without adding too many calories, but provide you with fiber and a number of essential vitamins and minerals.

Power bank
If you are short of energy and tired after a tough day and need to go an extra mile, Pineapple it there to stay. It is high in natural sugar and can act as a quick boost.
But if you are diabetic take medical advise or a little protein and healthy fat along with this as it will help manage the sudden spike in the sugar.