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Papaya is the one of the most loved foods for its delicious flavour and nutrient profile. But unfortunately still there are people who often discard it seeds and favour only fresh. Seems like they do not realise that seeds are not only developed, also highly nutritious. Papaya seeds have a variety of essential micro nutrients. These are especially high in polyphenols and flavonoids, those act as antioxidants and promote good health. Moreover, papaya seeds are just packed with good amount of healthy monounsaturated fatty acids. Addition, it will also supply a good amount of fibre that will help in reducing blood pressure, cholesterol levels and optimising digestion. So now have a look on potential health benefits of using papaya seeds regularly. • Act as anti fungal and bacterial protection. Several scientific studies show that papaya seeds can destroy certain types of fungi and parasites. During one test tube study, it was found that papaya seed extracts was effective against three str...

Figs are generally thumb size fruits that are filled with hundreds of tiny seeds. Although the only edible part is purple or green peel. Most of the time, the flesh of the fruit is pink and has a mild sweet taste. Several scientific studies have proved that figs and their leaves are just packed with several nutrients. They provide several health benefits such as healthy dilation, decrease in risk of heart diseases and manage blood sugar levels. 40 grams of fresh figs may contain about 30 calories. Most of them just come from carbohydrates and fibre. Micronutrient content include copper, magnesium, potassium, riboflavin, thiamine, vitamin B6, vitamin K. Now go through the below mentioned health benefits of using figs. • Figs promote digestive health. Since olden times fix have been used as a home remedy or alternative treatment for digestive problems. This fruit contains fibre which may help in promoting digestive health by softening and adding bulk to stools. During several animal stud...

Testosterone is basically a male sex hormone that is very important for male sexual characters. This hormone has very prominent works in body. Some of them include bone and muscle health, sperm production, hair growth masculine characters etc. Although with the increase of age, the natural testosterone levels slowly deceases. So it is very important to balance these hormones through a healthy and well maintained diet. Diet or food items that contain hormone mimicking nutrients such as phytoestrogens will surely help you to boost your natural testosterone levels. Two essential nutrients which are vitamin D and zinc. Both of them are very important for good testosterone production. • Egg yolks. The inside yolk part of egg is considered very rich in vitamin D. This yolk part contains several other nutrients and some fat content too. Cholesterol content of egg yolks may even help you to boost your testosterone levels. But the thing to keep in mind is you do not have a pre existing choleste...

  Mango is also called the King of the fruits. Basically it is a drupe or a fruit that has a large seed in middle. Mango is a native of South East Asia and India with its scientific name Magnifera indica . There are hundred types of mangoes each with different taste, size and shape available in the market. With a good taste, this fruit maintains impressive nutritional profile too. Studies reveal benefits of mango in boosting up your immunity, digestive health, eyesight and lowering the risk of cancer. • Nutritional profile of mango  Mango is absolutely low in calories and high in nutrition and taste. About 165 grams of sliced mango contains 99 calories only. With 4 grams of protein, 25 grams of carbohydrates and 2.6 gram of dietary fibres. Meanwhile, it has a good reserve of vitamin C, copper, folate, vitamin B6, vitamin A, vitamin B5 and vitamin E. Other minerals includes riboflavin, manganese, magnesium, potassium and thiamine. • Benefits of mango in boosting immunity  ...