Clove, "Superfood" New

Never underestimate the cloves. Type of spice crops is claimed by researchers as a healthy super spice because of the high content of natural antioxidants. The experts in Spain, through recent research, found that clove deserve the best because the levels of antioxidants called fenolnya very high.

Antioxidants formerly known as the substance essential to make food into and stay fresh so that the findings in this clove will have a wide impact for the food industry. The experts also believe if the cloves of great benefit to health.

Professor Juana Fernández-López from the University Miguel Hernández say, the clove is a spice herbs that have the advantage. "Of the five kinds of antioxidants tested, clove has the capacity to produce hydrogen, reducing fat peroxidation, and is lowering the iron content of the best," he said

The research also staying digadang as a victory for those who support the importance of natural food consumption because of clove can replace synthetic antioxidants are currently widely used to make food manufacturers be durable.

The researchers who published his findings in the journal Flavour and Fragrance latest edition of this place cloves on top, ahead of other types of natural antioxidants.

"The results showed that the content of natural antioxidants in spices used in Mediterranean diet or its extract is a viable choice for the food industry along the characteristics of food production is not affected. Gynecologist in cloves showed a high antioxidant capacity and may provide health benefits," said Juana Fernández-López.

In his research, the experts also evaluated the effects of essential oils of various spices used in Mediterranean diet, such as oregano, thyme, rosemary, and sage. They tried to find out whether different kinds of seasoning can be applied as a natural antioxidant in food products, especially meat.

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Beautiful and Healthy Spice Blessings

Spices and herbs proven to maintain healthy even cure some diseases. Jamu one of them, has been maintaining the health of our grandparents to the present. Although one had forgotten because of the "stunned" by modern medicine, spices and herbs are now re-counted on to maintain our health. Already there are 17 hospitals that use herbs in the treatment process.

Through beautiful Seasonings
In addition to maintaining health, herbs are also useful for beauty. Many beauty products, specialized use as a seasoning base ingredients. Olive skin obtained because a number of sunscreen (sunscreen), contains turmeric. Turmeric paste can remove unwanted hair. Add cinnamon scent of our bodies. There is still a benefit lemongrass, nutmeg, or other spices.

Basically, our body is a unit of interrelated systems. Remember the story of Elizabeth Gilbert in Eat, Pray, Love who discovered the importance of the balance of body, mind and soul in life. I think we can achieve that balance.

Seasonings and Health
Make us are busy, the benefits of spices and herbs can we feel well every day. How easy it is to put it in food and beverage menu daily. Enjoy a curry, or the brightly colored fish soup because of turmeric. Do not forget to enjoy the fresh turmeric acid (not just when we are menstruating only) or any wedang ginger to get the freshness and body shape.

Turmeric:
1. Can be used for antiseptic. When we are injured, take saffron, wash clean, chew and stick to the wound, the blood will stop flowing, do not forget to go to the doctor after that.
2. Can eliminate the "bad" cholesterol, strengthen heart function, fighting depression, and helps reduce weight.

Ginger:
1. WHO notes of ginger is a plant the drugs most widely used in the world.
2. Ginger stimulates the digestive gland to arouse your appetite.
3. Finely ground fresh ginger can be used as an external medicine as a cure heartburn.
4. Raasa and spicy scent to warm the body and sweat.

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Delicious aromas Carrier

Indonesian traditional cuisine and herb-seasoned famous rempahnya so rich. The presence of spices in every dish that cause the distinctive aroma and is believed to increase the delicacy cuisine.

In addition to the onion and garlic, there are a lot of spice in the dish menu Archipelago. For example, lemongrass, ginger, galangal, tamarind, turmeric, pepper, coriander, cinnamon, bay leaves, lime leaves, nutmeg, cloves, until the cumin. In fact, to drink too delicious tea-scented herbs such as lemon grass and various wedang are served hot.

So many culinary spices in Indonesia, many thought to cook traditional dishes of this country quite a hassle. Not to mention many of recipes are based on knowledge about, without giving a definite dose.

Another difficulty is making sure food is acceptable to anyone. In fact, everyone has different tastes. Now, to sit and eat that tastes different levels of spiciness, there are a variety of chili.

Typically made from raw chili sauce, chili sauce or both red and green peppers, and onions plus salt. At Spice Restaurant, South Jakarta, available chili tuk-tuk, chili paste, sambal picit, lemongrass sauce, soy sauce, and chili oil. Do not miss the anchovies sambal dried tangerine which includes menu. While Restaurants Pecan provides, among other things, chili paste and sambal matah.

In order for the buyer is not confused about the level of spiciness dish, Restaurant Spice gave no chili in each menu are spicy flavor. One chili for the dish a little spicy, two chili for a fairly spicy dish, and three peppers for spicy dish.

For consumers who are reluctant to choose the dish of rice, vegetables, and side dishes separately, in both the restaurant menu also available Sepinggan dish, which is complete in a serving dish. There is available lemongrass fried rice, mixed rice and spices, rice tutug cianjur, Kintamani rice, mixed rice kapau taoco, goat curry fried rice, mixed rice Wong Deso, and rice mixed Wardani.

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Spices Herbs in the Kitchen There are Mandatory

Cuisine increasingly concoction flavored with herbs or herbal ingredients. In addition to a versatile, 10 spices or herbs below also have health benefits. So, make sure the 10th of this herb is available in your kitchen. Not hard to find these spices, because Indonesia's natural to have most of it.

1. Basil
Basil can add flavor in some dishes such as soups, salads, or as vegetables. Not only can be consumed in various ways, basil is also beneficial to health. Research shows basil can inhibit the biochemical chain reaction that triggers cancer development. Studies show that flavonoids in basil helps protect cells and chromosomes from damage. Two types of flavonoids, orientin and vicenin, useful in protecting the cell structures and chromosomes from damage by radiation and oxygen.

2. Bay
A study shows bay leaves can be used as a treatment for type 2 diabetes (diabetes that does not depend on insulin injections as a treatment). Patients with type 2 diabetes makes the body reject the hormone insulin. Though this hormone the body needs to convert food into energy. Bay leaves can help regulate insulin levels in the body. The essential oil of bay leaves can also replace the perfume. This oil can also be used to massage to relax the muscles and blood circulation. The essential oil bay leaves can also be used as a tonic to overcome the loss of hair. Bay leaves can also be added as a spice in cooking to produce a more delicious flavor. But be careful when eating food provided bay leaf. Do not swallow because of the sharp leaves can damage the throat and interfere with digestion if swallowed.

3. Cloves
Cloves can make a dish of rice or a baked becomes more enjoyable. Cloves contain a powerful antioxidant, with the benefits could help the arteries free of cholesterol. According to recent research, those who consumed cloves decreased glucose in the body, and have good cholesterol levels (triglycerides and LDL is good). Cloves can also cure the problem penernaan, medication during vomiting, and diarrhea. In tropical countries in Asia, cloves are used as medicine scabies, ringworm, cholera, malaria, and tuberculosis. With content antipasmodik, cloves can overcome muscle tension and mixed in a tea to treat coughs. The benefits of clove is endless, because the cloves can also overcome the problem of skin with ointment used as a drug. Cloves can also be used as a headache remedy.

4. Garlic
Many studies link the benefits of garlic with cancer risk. Studies conducted by Pennsylbania State University, found that garlic prevents the formation of breast cancer cells. Researchers at Iowa also concluded that eating garlic at least once a week can reduce a third of colorectal cancer risk in women. Garlic can be added to various sweet foods. No need to worry about the problem of bad breath after eating garlic. You can handle it with roast garlic before eating it. Or just stalk celery chew after eating raw garlic.

5. Ginger
Ginger is very powerful to overcome the nausea and vomiting due to drunk on the way or vehicle. Consumption 1 / 4 teaspoon ginger 20 minutes before driving. Or make it water by using 3-4 slices ginger ginger mixed with hot water. In cooking, add the ginger slices of meat, especially on food.

Ginger can also clean and thin the blood which could have a positive impact on the heart and other organs in the body. Research in Denmark and India mentioned ginger could overcome migraines and lower cholesterol. Researchers in Denmark found that ginger can prevent the effects of prostaglandins or fatty molecules that function as hormones. Substance is what causes the inflammation of the blood in the brain that trigger migraines. Through the experiment was found 1 / 3 teaspoon ground ginger can prevent migraines. So after symptoms appear, immediate consumption of this ginger powder.

6. Paprika
Peppers contain vitamin C are high, and can help increase your metabolism. Paprika flavor varies from mild to spicy. Ordinary red pepper added to foods to provide color variations. Use the peppers to turn the food color in fish, roast chicken, or mashed potatoes. With antibacterial content, peppers can normalize blood pressure, improve blood circulation, and increases production of saliva and stomach acid for digestion problems.

7. Celery
Celery can prevent infection in the genital and urinary tract. Celery is usually used to decorate food. But you also can get creative with celery sprinkled on soups or pasta. Feel free to add celery to Indonesian food such as meatballs, chicken porridge or soup. Celery menganding high vitamin C, the equivalent of three oranges.

8. Red peppers
Eating red peppers can increase metabolism. Paprika is also able to cure colds and coughs. Spicy taste makes food more delicious. Combine the paprika in the soup course, in cooking and salad dressings. According to research, substances that give flavor to the spicy red peppers can also prevent the growth of pancreatic cancer cells.

8. Rosemary
Rosemary usually found on French or Italian food, like the cuisine of meat sheep. This leaves protect the body from cancer, could help those who are experiencing memory problems as a result of emotional or mental pressure. Antioxidants in rosemary are also high.

10. Turmeric
Turmeric yellow color refresh your cooking. But the benefit is more healthful for the heart, lowers blood pressure, and cholesterol problems. Studies link the benefits of turmeric with cancer risk. Turmeric increases the body's immune system. A study at the University of Texas found that turmeric can reduce and even stop the reproduction of cancer cells in multiple myeloma. Turmeric can also cope with arthritis.

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Pecan and Pepper Washed Chemicals

Carefully shop different spices for cooking purposes in the markets and supermarkets. For the sake of charming appearance, aka white and clean, pecan and pepper sellers do not hesitate to wash the wares with chlorine and certain other chemicals.

Head of Industry and Trade Directorate of the Special Criminal Polda Metro Jaya Adjunct Commissioner Sandi Nugroho, Friday (3/9/2010), revealed that his team get a surprising finding, namely the action of traders and pepper with walnut wash chemicals.

"We seized 200 bags of pepper and hazelnut from the shed in West Jakarta. The owner of the warehouse admitted doing it based on market demand," said Sandi.

Some examples of hazelnut and pepper are now being examined in the laboratory to see the types of chemicals used to wash the two types of seasoning it. "The move is also to know at what level is because we are afraid to wash the pecan mixture and pepper can be dangerous to health," said Sandi.

The findings of fact it started from a lot of expired food raids on the market before Lebaran. When examining a warehouse in West Jakarta, police found the candle and pepper that has been washed in the sacks. The password has not been willing to explain the name of the owner of the goods. However, the owner admitted that he had a year to do the habit.

It is not known, in markets and supermarkets wherever the goods are in circulation because the owner of the goods sold pecan and pepper in large numbers to buyers who then packed in small plastic for resale.

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Pecan Healthy Hair to Tummy

Indonesian society has long been  utilizing  hazelnut  kernel oil  as a hair grower and fertilizer. If regular rubbing hazelnut oil  into the scalp, the hair will  grow healthy, thick, and shiny.

Candle nut (Aleurites moluccana) are also believed to be efficacious treat a bloody bowel movements, diarrhea, dysentery, abdominal pain, constipation, fever, mouth sores, and toothache.

Pecan contains nutrients and nongizi. Nongizi substances in pecan eg saponin, falvonoida, and polyphenols. Many researchers have proved that theall three components of this has great significance for health . The content of micronutrients contained in the pecan eg proteins, fats, and carbohydrates.

The dominant mineral in the pecan is potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, and calcium. Also contains iron, zinc, copper, and selenium, in small amounts.

Another important content of vitamins, folate, and which can meruask phytosterol cholesterol-forming enzyme in the liver, thus inhibiting the formation of cholesterol.

Proteins on hazelnut seed consists of essential and nonessential amino acids. The function of the essential amino acids, among others, to growth because there are amino acids in all tissues and form a protein and antibody.

Nonessential amino acids are prominent in the pecans, namely glutamic acid and aspartic acid. The presence of glutamic acid that gives a sense of pleasure when the candle is used as a spice. It made ​​to replace hazelnut flavoring dishes such as MSG.

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