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Lemon is a typical fruit which is commonly used in cooking as well as non cooking items. Belonging to an evergreen citrus flowering tree Rutaceae, it is widely grown in all Asian countries. Especially in India, its demand is high as its juice is the most common drink after Tea and Coffee. Apart from juice, its peel and leaves are also very much beneficial in different ways. There are many varieties in lemon and each one has its own unique use. Then, what are the most common pros and cons with it ? Lets find out . Uses of Lemon We all know lemons are very rich in vitamin C and it is the primary vitamin to cure most of the diseases. Using a lemon daily can keep you safe from heart diseases and avoids the high blood pressure issue. Drinking lemon juice daily increases the immune system and keeps you fresh all the time. Its juice also decreases the calcium levels in kidneys and eradicates the forming of stones. Daily intake of lemon juice can improve the functioning of digestive...

Guava is the only fruit that we can say, cheap and best for our health. Now-a-days we are buying it in the market but there was a time when every house had a Guava tree. The fruit which we find abundant in Bihar, Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh reminds us about the sweet days when we used to climb a guava tree and fall down. Then how could such a fruit has cons? Let’s find out. Coming to Pros, guava has vitamin c including some other antioxidants that are responsible for avoiding cancer. Especially it is a best medicine for breast cancer, intestine cancer, skin and liver cancer. Like any other c vitamin fruit, guava also increases the immune system and keeps the digestive system intact. Guava consists of vitamin A with antioxidants like carotene and lycopene which stops ageing. Also Physicians recommend it to every sugar patient as it has the ability to fight against diabetes. Beyond that Guava is also useful in keeping the heart diseases away, overcoming the problem of consti...

Some people usually say that clove is the only food spice that brings water in our mouth with its smell. It is not an exaggeration to say that every Asian and African countries dont have a single house without this spice. Such an exceptional spice has wide range of uses and it is considered to be a great herbal agent. But the king of flavor also has some cons, says some people. Lets see what are the advantages and disadvantages this enormous spice has ! Pros In India cloves are widely used in Ayurvedic field. It is also well used in Chinese medicine. Cloves are said to be a good herbal agent in almost all western countries. In the dental field the oil of cloves is used as a pain killer. It is also used in the treatment of decayed tooth and chewing of cloves provides great relief from toothache. It is considered to be a very good medical agent for the problems related to kidneys and stomach. According to Ayurvedic health specialists cloves are very much useful in reducing f...

Potatoes are the mostly used root vegetable across the world which has great nutrient content value after wheat, rice and corn. This is the reason why most of the Americans use it as their staple food. According to a survey, an American consumes nearly 35 kilograms of potatoes per year. Rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber they are also considered for curing some diseases. It has more potassium than a banana and provides great instant energy after wheat, rice and corn. Then why such an incredible vegetable is criticized by some people for its cons ? lets find out. Main benefits of Potato Potatoes are very rich in nutrients. It has more potassium than a banana and provides higher amounts of Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, Manganese and Magnesium that are quite essential for a healthy diet. But make sure to consume it with skin, as the nutrient quantity decreases drastically when the skin is removed. The inner compounds of potato has high amounts of antioxidants which can suppress the...

Curry Leaves are the natural fragrant and flavoring agents widely used in every Indian cuisine. Most of the Indian people have an opinion that the taste of any recipe is incomplete without adding of these leaves. It is an old herbal plant rich in Antioxidants, Vitamins, Calcium that can protect us from many health issues. Originated from India and later spread to Sri Lanka, these beneficial leaves are also considered as harmful to the body. It may look strange but it is true, says some health experts. So lets find out what are the common advantages and unknown drawbacks of these leaves. Advantages Cures Anemia : If you consume curry leaves for a month it can cure Anemia disease. It is caused due to lack of iron and curry leaves are very rich in iron and folic acids. Liver Protector : Curry Leaves are very rich in antioxidants that are very much essential for a healthy liver. Also these leaves work as a laxative in cleaning the stomach thereby ensuring its effective functio...

Sugarcane can be termed as the best beneficial health substance available at cheap price. It belongs to the grass family of Poaceae and originated from New Guinea. It can be eaten directly or consumed by making juice. As a rich nutrient substance the juice of sugarcane is very common on the streets of India, especially on hot summer days. The sugarcane juice with a touch of lemon, mint and ice gives enormous taste. At present, India holds the highest place in terms of sugarcane production and consumption. But as a matter of fact it also has some cons, so lets find out what are the cons and pros with it. Benefits The primary benefits of sugarcane comes up with its juice. It has high calories with no fat substances, a 100 gram sugarcane consists of approximately 250 calories of energy. The natural glucose contents present in it helps in maintaining muscle power. It is used to make Jaggery which is a traditional sweet substance for preparing many household varieties. The sucrose...

A banana is a delicious fruit, and its botanical name is berry. It produced in various kinds of large Herbaceous Flowering Plants. The fruit is variable in size, color, and steadiness. It may vary in various colors like green, yellow, red, brown (when ripe), and purple. Banana consists of fleshy outer peel which can be removed to expose the yellow flesh. The scientific name of bananas is  Musa Acuminata.  It can be consumed directly in fruit salads, juice, and milkshakes. Banana is used to make fiber, and banana wine. Structure of Banana Tree The banana plant grows corm-like structure. They are tall and fair sturdy, and its trunk looks like a false stem. They grow in a wide variety of soils, as long as the soil is at least 50 cm deep, and it consists of good drainage. The leaves of banana plants are shaped like stalk and blade. The base of the stalk is widened to form a sheath, and this sheath is made up of a false stem which supports the plant. Cultivated banana plan...