Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Why Chettinad Cooking is Better Than Others?

 

Why Chettinad Cooking is Better Than Others?

Chettinad House
Chettinad House

Before going into Authentic Chettinad cuisine, we have to know the origin of the Chettinad Cuisine. Chettinad is the region which is located in the Siva Ganga district, which comprises 76 villages. In the olden days, Chettiars were trading salts and spices and mercantile for their growth. They lived as a joint family, so they constructed the big house with 1 acre. 

During the early period, Chettiars were vegetarian. After the trade to different places like Burma, Ceylon, Vietnam, and Malaysia. They were influenced by non - vegetarianism also they have lived far away from the sea. This is the reason behind Chettiars become non-vegetarian. 

Let's see about the authentic Chettinad cuisine, Chettinad cuisine is the cuisine of the Nattukotai Chettiar's community.  Mostly, Chettiars used a variety of spices, grounded masala, a variety of sun-dried meats, sun-dried vegetables. They have used most of the sun-dried meats because they were trading to different places.  

Chettinad Cuisine
Authentic Chettinad Cuisine
The authentic Chettinad cooking is better than others because they served food full of healthy spices. The spices which they used are Kalpachi, Star Aniseed, Chilies, Fennel seed, Tamarind, Cinnamon, Cloves, Bay leaf, Peppercorn, Cumin seed, Fenugreek.  

Authentic Chettinad Spices
Authentic Chettinad Spices

The famous Chettinad food item in vegetarian is Dosa, Appam, Idiyappam, Adais, Idly, Paniyaram, Paal Payasam, Maavurundai, Kandarappam, and Athirasam. The famous Chettinad Non - vegetarian foods are Chettinad Chicken, Vazhaipoo Meen Kuzhambu, Milagu Kozhi Varuval, Karaikudi Eral Masala, Kada fry, Mutton Chukka, Mutton Uppu Varuval.

Authentic Chettinad Vegetarian Dishes
Authentic Chettinad Vegetarian Dishes

Chettinad cuisine food is better to taste than others because all non-vegetarian foods are prepared by a ground masala of tomato, shallots, coconut, ginger, and garlic. It makes the food better aroma and flavor.

Authentic Chettinad Non -Vegetarian Dishes
Authentic Chettinad Non -Vegetarian Dishes

Another specialty in their cuisine is they will be using sun-dried vegetables and meats in the dishes which helps to preserve the nutritional value of the dishes.  Mostly, The curry and gravies are served with rice accompaniments like Idiyappam, Idlis, Dosa, and Adais. Chettinad cuisine was served in banana leaf, it is one of the traditions followed by their community. 

Friday, July 17, 2020

Home remedy Tips to Enhance Immunity Strength by Liquid Foods and Fruits against COVID-19

This article is about "Home remedy Tips to Enhance Immunity Strength by Liquid Foods and Fruits against COVID-19". In recent times we are all facing ample difficulties due to this pandemic. We are prone to the virus since it is omnipresent and easily we fall as a victim to the virus. So, in order to protect us from the virus, it is necessary to keep our body with good immunity power. 

What is the Immune System?

The immune system  consists of organs, special cells, tissues, platelets, plasma, etc that fight against toxic pathogens like viruses, bacteria, any other infection, diseases

Immune system
Immune System

The following methods to boost the immunity power in our body.

By consuming liquid foods
 
By taking fruits


Ways to Enhance Immunity with Liquid Food


1. Tender Coconut:

It gives good nutrients and vitamins to enhance immune strength in the body. It has the properties of anti-viral and antibacterial. Tender coconut will regulate blood pressure and help to fight against harmful viral infections.

Tender Coconut
Tender Coconut

2. Buttermilk

Buttermilk contains lactic acid bacteria which increases the immune strength in our body. That lactic acid bacteria protect our body from harmful diseases and viruses. Buttermilk contains minerals, vitamins, and probiotics that help to make the digestive system stronger and it is also used to reduce the weight and improve the tone of the skin.

Buttermilk
Buttermilk

3. 3 liters of Water


Staying hydrated is one of the precautionary measures for COVID-19. Water is the primary source of oxygen. Water has nutrients and minerals and it is assimilated to different parts of the body and it helps to boost immunity. As human beings, we have to take 9 glasses of water daily. If you feel it is difficult to take the plain water, we can with lemon water or mint water. 

3 Litres of water
3 Litres of water

4. Cow Milk 

Milk is the main source of calcium that strengthens bone, it can also help to decrease cardiovascular disease. It contains nutrients like probiotics vitamin D and immunoglobulins. These things are helpful to boost the humanized immune system and in addition, it also reduces allergies for children. It is a good source of vitamin B that helps to facilitate the brain function as well as to make the child get good sleep.

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Ways to Enhancing Immunity Strength by Fruit

1. Orange

Orange is a source of vitamin A, vitamin C, folate, and copper. Vitamin A is helpful to activate white blood cells or to create new white blood cells that fight against the harmful virus and bacteria. Consuming 1 glass of orange juice provides 498 International units of vitamin A that help to increase the immune strength in our body. Vitamin C helps to create white blood cells and is also useful to function it. 1 glass of orange juice gives 124 milligrams of vitamin C which stops the harmful pathogens that enter into the body.

Orange
Orange

2. Lemon


It has anti-Oxidant, anti-viral, anti-bacterial properties because of vitamin C present in it. Vitamin C helps to increase the immune system. It also prevents bacterial growth and infection. Lemon juice is a rich source of antioxidants and  It helps to reduce blood sugar levels and also it can relieve joint pain. It has so many properties like reducing weight, losing weight, and digestion. 

Lemon
Lemon

3. Pineapple


It is our most popular tropical foods across the world, and it comes under bromine late family. It is the main source of vitamin C, manganese, copper, and folate. These minerals are helpful to strengthen the white blood cells that increase inflammation. Vitamin C plays a vital role in the proper function of the immune system and preventing recurrent cold fever and flu it also helps to fight against heart disease and joint pain.

Pineapple
Pineapple

4. Papaya


It is a highly incredible tropical fruit. Helps to digest quickly due to the papain enzyme present in it. It has a high fiber and water content, it also fights against inflammation and tends to heal burns. The flower of papaya helps to control blood sugar level and cholesterol and it is an excellent preventive measure for diabetes. Papaya is rich in antioxidant fiber potassium and vitamin content that is helpful to reduce the risk of heart disease. It is the main source of vitamins A, B, C, and K which are excellent immunity boosters. 10 minerals like calcium, potassium magnesium, and copper, which helps to reduce arthritis. Papaya leaves are used to treat dengue fever which helps boost account of platelets, but it is also helpful for skin damage.

Papaya
Papaya

5. Guava

Guava is the richest source of vitamin C which helps to improve immunity and protect our body from infection and pathogens.   Vitamin C (antioxidants) are also used to reduce the effects of cancer. Due to the presence of vitamin A, Guava is known as a booster for eye vision. It contains vitamin B9 is Folic acid which is recommended for pregnant women to develop in the baby's nervous system. Guava leaves have anti-inflammatory action which helps to fight against infection and germs and is also helpful for toothache. It's also helpful to boost brainpower.

Guava
Guava

6. Mosambi


Mosambi is the power bank of  Vitamin C which plays a vital role in the fight against viruses and bacteria. Mosambi juice acts as a detoxifying agent by flushing out the toxin and neutralizing the body temperature. It also treats the common cold and improves the digestive system because of Vitamin C. It has the power to reduce muscle cramping and promotes bone health.

Mosambi
Mosambi

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I conclude that this article i.e "Home remedy Tips to Enhance Immunity Strength by Liquid Foods and Fruits against COVID-19" will help you to have a healthy immune system. Stay home and be safe from coronavirus.

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