Benefits of Drum Stick

Available in plenty, the drumstick is valued mainly for its render pods, interestingly all its parts – bark, root, fruit, flowers, leaves, seeds and even the gum – have medicinal value. They are used in the treatment of ascites, rheumatism and venomous bites as antiseptic and as cardiac and circulatory stimulants. Its seeds are acrid and acts as stimulants. The oil of the seeds us used to treat gout and rheumatism. The leaves are rich in Vitamins A and C and are considered useful in catarrhal affections. The pods made into a soup are prescribed as a diet in sub-acute cases of enlarged liver and spleen, articular pains, tetanus, debility of nerves, paralysis, pustules, patches and leprosy. A curry made from unripe pods is effective for keeping intestinal worms at bay.
Drumstick is generally included in sambar or kurma. For a different recipe, add it your soup to give it a very oriental taste. The same can be said for drumstick leaves, which can be mixed in dosa batter or in channa dal vada. Add it to akki rotis or sambar for an interesting twist. Boil the leaves, blend it with some green chilies, garlic and cooked thuvar dal. Season and serve hot with rice and rotis.

Benefits of Cabbage

Cabbage is particularly rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants minimize damage and keep your cells healthy. It also contains significant amounts of fibre, folate, B group vitamins, vitamin K and minerals such as iron, potassium and calcium. A single cup of shredded cabbage has a substantial amount of calcium, potassium and vitamin A. It also contains varying amounts of many phytochemicals including some really important ones like vitamin C, flavonoids and carotenoids. It has virtually no sodium or fat, ample fibre, and contains compounds that fight the effects of cancer causing agents. It’s perfect for preventing high blood pressure, stroke, heart disease, diabetes and obesity.
The best way to consume cabbage is in your salad or soup. Alternatively, shredded cabbage can be added to roti dough or dosa batter. Cabbage can be shredded, steamed and mixed with wheat flour and fired to make tasty pakodas. Stuff broad cabbage leaves with any stuffing of your choice and shallow fry to make cabbage packets.