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You die if you eat apple seeds ! Why?

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 U eat 200 apple seed at a single moment it would make you die . You wanna know Why? Apple seeds contain amygdalin, a substance that releases cyanide into the blood stream when chewed and digested. However, apple seeds in small amounts do not contain enough cyanide to cause harm. However, it is better to spit out seeds to avoid any potential issues. Amygdalin is a part of the seeds’ chemical defenses. It is harmless when a seed is intact, but when a seed is chewed or otherwise damaged, the amygdalin degrades into hydrogen cyanide. This is very poisonous and even lethal in high doses. People have used cyanide as a poison throughout history. It works by interfering with cells’ oxygen supplies, and high doses may lead to death within minutes. Eating a few apple seeds is safe. However, eating or drinking large quantities of ground or crushed seeds could be fatal. Finally, the average adult would need to eat anywhere from 150 to several thousand crushed seeds (depending on the apple var...

What are the benefits of using ginger?

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                                Ginger is a very popular spice used worldwide; whether it be used to spice up meals, or as a medicine, the demand for ginger all over the world has been consistent throughout history. Ginger is a fragrant kitchen spice. It is loaded with nutrients and bioactive compounds that have powerful benefits for your body and brain. It is a popular home remedy for nausea, stomach pain, and other health issues.                                Buy plant based cooking book in amazon USES OF GINGER: Ginger may have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral, and other medicinal properties. REDUCING GAS AND IMPROVING DIGESTION: Some research indicates that enzymes in ginger can help the body break up and expel this gas, providing relief from any discomfort. Ginger also appears to have beneficial effects on the en...

Add this in ur food ! it has amazing uses!!

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                      It is widely used for several conditions linked to the blood system and heart, including atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), high cholesterol, heart attack, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Yeah !! its nothing but garlic . it has lots of amazing benefits ,which we may not even thought of !! lets know the great uses of garlic.                                 buy plant based cooking book in amazon NUTRITION: Manganese: 2% of the Daily Value (DV) Vitamin B6: 2% of the DV Vitamin C: 1% of the DV Selenium: 1% of the DV Fiber: 0.06 grams Decent amounts of calcium, copper, potassium, phosphorus, iron and vitamin B1 BOOST YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM: Garlic supplements are known to boost the function of the immune system. The garlic can combat sickness, including the common cold. REDUCES BLOOD PRESSURE: Cardiovascular diseases lik...

What are the importance of piper longum?

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 PIPER LONGUM - HEALTH BENEFITS :         Thippili or piper longum is a most commonly used home made remedy for most common diseases like cough, fever, etc... Thippili is not only just a home made remedy but also has lots of  great medicinal properties. It is a  common ingredient in many medicines of Ayurveda. It has antiviral effects on hepatitis B virus.  Sinus congestion, coughs, and hiccups: Take 1/2 tbs long pepper powder with 1/2 tbs of rock salt and boil in one and half glass of water and cook for 15 mins and then filer and drink . Cough: Take about 10 gms of each of dried ginger or sonth, holy basil leaves and long pepper. Add 4-6 small cardamoms and grind to yield a fine powder. Take this powder with equal amount of honey relieves cough. Fever: For fever due to any reason, take root of long pepper and make decoction in water and drink twice a day. This cures fever, removes toxins and improves liver function. Headache: For headache heat l...

For what purpose athimathuram is used ?

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    ATHIMATHURAM - HEALTH BENEFITS                               Athimathuram  roots can be consumed directly to get relief from cough and sore throat. It is also beneficial in managing gastric problems like stomach ulcers and heartburn due to its anti-ulcer, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Licorice can also be taken to improve energy levels and manage fatigue.  Licorice might be useful in managing oral problems like mouth sores and dental plaques. Applying a paste of Licorice powder and honey might help relieve mouth sores due to its healing and cooling properties. Licorice powder is also useful in improving skin texture and color.  In some cases, excessive consumption of Licorice may cause nausea and headache. Soothes your stomach Licorice root is used to soothe  gastrointestinal problems . In cases of  food poisoning ,  stomach ulcers , and  heart...

what are the benefits of spirulina?

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  SPIRULINA                           Spirulina is a type of cyanobacteria or blue green microalgae that appear on earth 3.5 million years ago.It can be consumed by humans and animals. Spirulina is a micro algae that has been consumed for centuries due to its high nutritional value supposed health benefits . Spirulina powder can be used to make a drink. The algae is also made into tablets . Spirulina grows in microscopic spirals, which tend to stick together, making it easy to harvest . Spirulina owes its significantly growing reputation as a space food , to the fact that only a little amount of spirulina is sufficient to fill you up,and therefore does not stack up on much space. 1 . spirulina is extremely high in many nutrients :           The spirulina is rich in many vitamins and minerals such as   Protien 4 grams   Vitamin B1 (thiamine)     Vitamin B2 (riboflavin )...

What are the health benefits of tomato ?

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What are the health benefits of Tomato? Tomatoes help in Reducing Heart risks Increases the eye vision Purifies the Blood  Increases healthy skin Natural antiseptic Reduces Blood pressure Reduces Cancer risk Decreases Body weight Avoids blood clots  Dissolves kidney stone Good sleep