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Botanical name: Cicer arietinum Other name: Bengal gram and garbanzo beans Kala Chana, a leguminous powerhouse, is rich in essential nutrients, including protein, fiber, and carbohydrates. This remarkable legume serves as an excellent reservoir of vitamins such as B6, C, folate, niacin, thiamin, riboflavin, as well as minerals like manganese, phosphorus, iron, and copper. Medicinal…

Botanical name: Oryza sativa Basmati rice (pronounced baz-MAH-tee) is a variety of white rice that is predominantly cultivated in the Himalayas, India, and Pakistan, with India contributing approximately two-thirds of the global production. Recognized for its elongated grains, basmati rice is distinguished by a subtle nutty taste and a fragrant floral aroma. It is widely…

Botanical name: Mentha piperita Peppermint oil is derived from the blossoming parts and leaves of the peppermint plant. Essential oils, which are highly concentrated extracts containing the aromatic and flavorful compounds responsible for a plant’s distinctive scent, are obtained through this process. Medicinal Uses:

Botanical name: Ocimum basilicum Other name: great basil or Saint-Joseph’s-wort Basil Essential Oil releases a delightful blend of warm, sweet, and freshly floral notes with a crisp herbaceous undertone. Its fragrance is described as airy, vibrant, uplifting, and reminiscent of licorice. In the practice of aromatherapy, Sweet Basil Essential Oil is renowned for its reputed…

Botanical name: Saccharum officinarum L. Other name: panela (Latin America), jaggery (South Asia) and kokuto (Japan), Hakura (Srilanka), rapadura (Brazil), and Gur/Desi (Pakistan) Organic Sugarcane Jaggery powder preserves all the inherent vitamins and minerals of sugarcane. This chemical-free, organic powdered jaggery is crafted from raw sugarcane without any additives. Making the switch from white sugar…

Other name: coco sugar, coconut palm sugar, coco sap sugar or coconut blossom sugar Resembling brown sugar, coconut sugar boasts a robust caramel taste. Originating from the Philippines and other parts of Southeast Asia, it is crafted from the sap of the coconut palm tree. Essentially akin to palm sugar and jaggery, it shares commonalities…

Other name: muscovado, panela, rapadura, jaggery, piloncillo Brown sugar is comprised of granulated cane sugar infused with molasses. With a coarser and more moist texture compared to white sugar, it imparts a distinct flavor and imparts a rich, dark color to various food preparations. Medicinal Uses:

Herbal honey serves as a natural sweetener without any additional preservatives. Crafted by bees through the extraction and reintegration of flower nectar into the hive, the honey undergoes a fermentation and aging process, resulting in its distinctive flavor and texture. Typically darker in color compared to other honey varieties, herbal honey boasts elevated antioxidant levels.…

Polyfloral honey, commonly referred to as wildflower honey, is sourced from the nectar of a diverse array of flowers. The taste profile may exhibit variations from one year to the next, and the intensity of both aroma and flavor is influenced by the specific flowers in bloom during the honey collection period. Medicinal Uses: