India Food Stats

A prebiotic is a type of nondigestible fiber or carbohydrate that serves as food for beneficial bacteria in your gut. Prebiotics pass through the digestive system intact until they reach the colon, where they stimulate the growth and activity of "good" gut bacteria, supporting digestive health and overall well-being.   Prebiotics are not live bacteria (like probiotics) but instead help nourish the good bacteria already present in your digestive system. Examples include inulin, fructooligosaccharides (FOS), and certain fibers found in foods like bananas, garlic, onions, and whole grains. An endogenous source of prebiotics in humans is human breast milk, which contains oligosaccharides structurally similar to galactooligosaccharides, referred to as human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) .  Human milk oligosaccharides were found to increase the Bifidobacteria bacterial population in breastfed infants, and to strengthen the infant immune system.  Furthermore, human milk oligosac...

Protinex, the popular nutritional supplement, began its journey with renowned medical giants like Dumex (1957), Pfizer (1972) and Wockhardt (2006). In 2012, it entered a new chapter when French food company Danone acquired the brand. Danone India’s Nutrition business also started in 2012 through the acquisition of Wockhardt’s nutrition division, which included well-known brands like Farex, Dexolac, Nusobee, and Protinex. Which Protinex Packs the Best Punch for You? Taste is important, but if you're deciding based on ingredients and nutritional values that suit you best, here are the data tables extracted from Amazon India & Open Food Facts websites) for the Protinex flavors : Original (Classic Bitter), Vanilla & Chocolate - Ingredient Original (Classic Bitter) Vanilla Chocolate artificial flavouring substances (chocolate) Yes No ...

Saffron    (Crocus sativus)  is the world's costliest spice by weight , often selling for US$5,000 per kilogram or higher. It takes about 170,000 flowers, or roughly 100 kilograms of blossoms, to produce just 1 kilogram of dry saffron, requiring forty hours of labor to harvest that many flowers. One freshly picked crocus flower yields on average only 7 mg of dried saffron. Kesar / kunkumapoo / kumkuma puvvu as it is called in different parts of India, is used as coloring agent and flavor enhancer in sweets & desserts as well as dishes like biryani or kheer.  Its name likely comes from the Old French "safran," tracing back through Latin and Persian to "zarparān," meaning "gold strung" . This implies either the golden stamens of the flower or the golden colour it creates. As of 2024, Iran produces around 88% of the world's saffron, with Afghanistan being the second largest producer. Saffron's distinctive iodoform-like or hay-like fragrance an...

Answer from Perplexity - Juice is fiber-free and nutrient-concentrated, while smoothies are fiber-rich, more filling, and use whole ingredients for a balanced nutritional profile. The main difference between a smoothie and juice lies in their preparation and nutritional content. Key Differences Preparation: Juice is made by extracting the liquid from fruits or vegetables, removing most or all of the fiber and pulp using a juicer. Smoothies are made by blending whole fruits and vegetables—including the pulp and skin—so they retain all the fiber and nutrients. Fiber Content: Juice contains little to no fiber, making it easy to digest and quickly absorbed. Smoothies are rich in fiber, resulting in a thicker, creamier texture and making them more filling. Nutrition: Juice provides a concentrated source of vitamins, minerals, and natural sugars. Smoothies offer a balanced mix of nutrients, including additional protein and healthy fats if ingredients like yogurt or nuts are added. Satiety an...

Cardamom, often referred to as the "queen of spices," provides numerous health benefits like aiding digestion, regulating blood pressure, promoting oral health with its antimicrobial properties, and supporting cardiovascular health. It belongs to the same spice family as ginger. The dried capsules yield an essential oil and oleoresin.  The aroma and therapeutic value of the spice is due to the essential oil (3-8%) whose main constituents are cineole, terpineole and limonene.  Cardamoms are largely used as a masticatory,  flavouring agent in cooking, confectionery and for medicinal purposes. In the Scandinavian countries it is used in flavouring cakes and portries. Types The two main types of cardamom are: True or green cardamom  (or white cardamom when bleached) comes from the species Elettaria cardamomum of the family Zingiberaceae and is distributed from India to Malaysia.  Green cardamom is the third most expensive spice in the world, after saffron and vani...