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Pepper

Pepper, native of South India, has about 600 varieties; however only few are used as spice. The main types of pepper depends on period of collection and the processing undergone -

• Black Pepper
• White Pepper
• Green Pepper
• Red Pepper

The largest producer and exporter of pepper is Vietnam. As it happens, a total of 34% production happens in the “land of ascending dragons”.

This small round and spherical berries are abundantly used in both culinary and medicine. Since olden times, it is being used to preserve foods primarily meat. From culinary standpoint, pepper and especially black pepper’s uses are countless. From coating meats to adding them to warm beverages like tea, this one spice goes a long way! Know your spice – good quality pepper corns are heavy and compact. Good thing about spices are that, they stay fresh indefinitely, especially when stored in air tight container away from heat and light.

This spice has digestive, anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties. It is also used in case of anemia, respiratory issues, diabetes fat absorption thereby providing more energy to the body. It is one of the most common ingredient in Ayurveda, the traditional system of Indian medicine. Ayurveda has both preventive and curative medicines which is extensively practiced in parts of Asia. Don’t be amazed if we tell you, it is used in the treatment of fever and malaria. Black pepper remains world’s most traded spice; it also happens to be the most common of its class which is added to the cuisines around the globe.

Ginger

Ginger originally from Southeast Asia is proudly among the healthiest spices one can find on planet Earth. This spice is very popular worldwide. Ginger is a flowering plant. Its rhizome, the ginger root or commonly known as ginger is widely used as a spice and folk medicine. It is also a member of the plant family which includes cardamom and turmeric. This spice dates back to 3000 years to the Sanskrit name, “srngaveram” meaning “horn root” based on its appearance. However, it has got its name Ginger, from the Middle English “Gingivere”. Having said that, it is not a wild plant and the actual origins are still unknown.

The Indians and Chinese have been producing this spice for about 5000 years now to treat several ailments. India remains the largest producer of ginger worldwide.

It can be used to spice up a meal or could be used as a medicine. Ginger goes well with a variety of foods, vegetables, pickles, candy, soda, and even alcoholic beverages. Use it fresh, dried, powdered, juice or as an oil, this works wonderfully well as an all-rounder.

There are about 18 types of ginger available which can be used not only for their enormous use in our kitchens but also for their ornamental purposes in both pot and gardens.

Not to mention its therapeutic properties, ginger is rich in gingerol – a substance which has powerful anti – inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It helps reduce many types of nausea, helps in one’s journey of weight loss and many more.

Turmeric

Turmeric plant produces the very famous and most commonly known spice – the turmeric. A spice native to the Indian subcontinent & Southeast Asia is probably the main spice in a curry. It is warm, bitter and is used to enhance the flavor and even color those curry powders, powdered spices, butters, cheese, mustards and much more. For centuries it has been a part of Ayurveda, Siddha Medicine, Chinese medicine and Unani. Especially the root of turmeric is widely used in medicine. Most often, curcumin-the yellow colored chemical is what goes into the making of color foods and cosmetics.

There have been found about 30 types/varieties of turmeric. Interestingly the greatest diversity of Curcuma species is in India – around 40 to 45 species are found here. Generally turmeric powder contains about 60-70% carbs, 6-13% water, 6-8% protein, 5-10% fat, 3-7% dietary minerals, 3-7% essential oils, 1-6% curcuminoids, and 2-7% dietary fiber.

Therapeutic advantages are plenty. It is anti-inflammatory, it is found to be protective against heart diseases, it may prevent cancer and researchers are trying to find out possibility of its help in treatment of cancer too, it is known to delay Alzheimer’s disease, and where do we even begin to mention its benefits on skin? Glowing skin, heals wound faster, possibility in treating scabies are just some, to name a few. It is a great help to scarring acne, turmeric helps in treating psoriasis too. The anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial and antioxidant properties aids in the above said benefits along with brightening the skin, the dark circles around eyes, it fights eczema to say the least.

Coffee

It is believed that, coffee had begun its mark and making its way, well before 15th century, with a number of myths and reports surrounding to its first use. The Sufi monasteries of Yemen have shown evidence of having the knowledge of coffee tree as well as drinking this beverage back in the 15th century.

This wonder bean has many names. Some names such as “Espresso” or “Drip” or may be some which are extensively used in India as “Instant coffee” or the one famous from down South, “Filter Coffee” are basically how coffee is made in different varieties. Then there are names like “Mocha” or “Cappuccino” are the beverages made with coffee or its bean.

As basic as it may sound, a coffee bean is a seed of the coffea plant as much as it is the source of our beloved coffee. Technically coffee beans are not but it has gotten its name due to its significant resemblance to the true beans.

Long back, in a few countries, the authorities be it government or religious institutions or even the monarchy tried to ban Coffee. But, that was overcome very soon. “Coffee- the favorite drink of the civilized world” says Thomas Jefferson and we cannot agree more to it. What more, a new research out of Harvard Medical School shows this wonder drink actually help you to ward off clinical depression.

The two most commonly and economically available varieties are Arabica and Robusta.

One of the world’s popular beverage can improve your energy level and can even make you smarter. It helps in burning your fat along with drastically improving physical performance. It contains essential nutrients. It may protect you from dementia, Alzheimer’s, even reduce the risks of Parkinson’s and many more. From avoiding depression, enhancing long term memories to letting you use your favorite cup coffee has many health benefits.

Coconut

We know how the Botanists love classification right? So botanically speaking coconut is also known as a drupe, a fibrous one seeded drupe or a dry drupe to sound more like it.

This is one fruit which is used for its water, oil, milk as well as meat. It’s the fruit of the coconut palm. It is basically grown in tropical regions for more than 4500 years. Coconut has increasingly gained popularity for its flavor, potential health benefits and culinary uses. These days, Coconut and its products are gaining popularity in the market especially amongst health conscious consumers. Coconut is naturally gluten and dairy free and that explains the reason for its increasing popularity.

It is a highly nutritious fruit which has carbs, proteins and fats. Coconut has high quantity of manganese which helps in metabolism of cholesterol, proteins, and carbs improving bone health. It is known as a good choice to control blood sugar levels. It also contains antioxidants. It is known that in World War II, they actually used coconut water as an intravenous as it so closely resembles human blood plasma. Its water is a great source for hydration and can also be replaced for many of the sports drinks available in market.

Likewise the use of coconut oil is gaining humungous popularity. There are majorly 2 types to it – virgin and deodorized. The deodorized coconut oils can even be used instead of butter in baking, although if one has no issues with its fragrance, then virgin oil can also be used instead of deodorized one. It is nourishing, detoxing as well as cleanses your body to a great extent. It helps in increasing energy, skin gains a radiant glow, it helps us reduce our craving for food as it helps in digestion, it increases mental clarity and it also makes us feel happier and lighter.

We won’t be surprised if you fall in love with coconut and its products.