These fruits/vegetable are very much ignored yet they contain all what we need for a healthy life.
Health Benefits of Walnut
- They contain anti-oxidant properties that help in preventing cancer.
- It is believed that consumption of walnuts as a part of daily diet helps in prevention of gallstones.
- The monounsaturated fats present in walnuts helps in lowering bad cholesterol and lipoprotein, a compound that can cause atherosclerosis by increasing blood clotting.
- An essential amino acid called L-arginine, which is present in walnuts, gets converted to nitric oxide that helps in increasing the blood flow in the body. It also prevents arteries from narrowing and prevents the accumulation of fatty deposits on the artery walls.
- Walnuts are often referred to as 'brain food'. That is because they are a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids which plays a major role in the optimum functioning of the brain cells, making you smarter.
- Melatonin, a compound found in walnuts is helpful in promoting good sleep therefore, reducing insomnia and other sleep disorders which are prevalent.
- Walnut has many useful substances for sexual health. Walnut contains vitamins B1 (thiamine), vitamin B2, and they are responsible for the overall energy of the body and sexual health of men. Walnut also contains vitamin A, vitamin E and vitamin F. Walnut is the champion on a vegetable proteins. Zinc is a vital element for the development of gonads. Walnut contains Zinc and it is responsible element for the normal activity of prostate and sexual activity. It regulates the level of testosterone in the blood of men. Man becomes irritable and quick tempered if there is a lack of these substances. This nut is very good for sexual life and it helps you to get stronger erection. Every man who wants to have a strong sexual health must eat it.
Health benefits of Garden Egg (Egg Plant)
- The iron, calcium and other minerals in Garden egg supply the essential nutrients required by the body. All this, while relishing a highly flavorful veggie, is a good deal, indeed! Stuff, grill, bake, roast, stew your Garden egg—they’re delicious in most avatars!
- Garden egg contains certain essential phyto nutrients which improve blood circulation and nourish the brain. But remember—these nutrients are concentrated in the skin of the Garden egg, so don’t char and throw it away.
- They provide fiber, which protects the digestive tract. In fact, regular intake of Garden egg can protect you from colon cancer.
- Garden egg is low in calories, with just 35 per cup. It contains no fat and its high fiber content can help you feel full.
- For centuries, Garden egg have been used for controlling and managing diabetes. Modern research validates this role, thanks to the high fiber and low soluble carbohydrate content of the Garden egg.
- Garden egg has a role in heart care, too. Research studies show they can lower ‘bad’ cholesterol. But you must cook them the right way to get these benefits. Fried Garden egg soaks up a lot of fat, making it harmful and heavy. Instead, bake it at 400 degrees, which brings out glorious flavor and gives you all the goodness an Garden egg holds!
- The heart-healthy benefits of Garden egg don’t end with limiting cholesterol. Garden eggs are high in bioflavonoids, which are known to control high blood pressure and relieve stress.
- Regular consumption of Garden egg helps prevent blood clots—thanks again to Vitamin K and bioflavonoids, which strengthen capillaries
Wonderful discovery! Just in time enough I got two raw walnuts yesterday to be planted for my children to see and know the plant that produces walnuts. Most Lagos born citizens don’t know most of the plants that bear the fruits that we eat. Please go back to your root to learn and discover great things.
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