Health Benefits of Rose Apple    

1. Fights Free Radical Damage
Rose Apple is rich in Vitamin C which prevents the damage of free radicals, pollutants and toxic chemicals which leads to the health ailments such as heart disease, cancer and arthritis. Free radicals are developed in the body when the body is exposed to the radiation, tobacco or smoke and during the process of breaking down of food.
Vitamin C enhances the white blood cells production and also assists in the functioning. As Vitamin C is an antioxidant, it eliminates the oxidative damage and enhances the smooth functioning. It is also believed that Vitamin C effectively boosts the immune system to counteract the colds.
2. Reduced Risk of Stroke
The presence of Vitamin C in the Rose Apples lowers the chances of stroke and health ailments such as inflammation, oxidative damage, cardiac health, atherosclerosis, blood pressure and endothelial health. The research summarizes that the development of plaque in the body results in the stroke or heart attack which could be reduced with the Vitamin C. 22 mg of Vitamin C is obtained from 100 grams of Rose Apple.
3. Boost good HDL Cholesterol
Rose Apple is the source of Niacin which is used to add cholesterol. The studies shows that Niacin enhances the HDL cholesterol levels and reduces the triglycerides and LDL cholesterol.
4. Prevent Diabetes
The research has shown that the use of Rose Apple reduces the level of blood glucose by enhancing the activities of carbohydrate metabolic enzymes such as glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase, hexokinase and glucose-6-phosphatase.(1)
5. Prevent Constipation
Dietary fiber in Rose Apple supports the digestive system in the material movement and stimulate stool which is helpful for those having the irregular stools or constipation. It supports in healthy weight and reduces the chances of heart disease and diabetes.
6. Prevent muscle cramping
Rose Apple also possess adequate amount of potassium which enhances the strength of muscles and reduces the muscle cramps which is lead due to the low level of potassium.
7. Skin Health
An adequate amount of Vitamin A and C could be obtained from the Rose Apple which helps to prevent the damage from the oxidative stress caused from the poor diet, stress and pollution. It also reduces the dryness of the skin and reduces the wrinkles.

jambu(rose apple)fruit

Rose apple

Plant
The tree is 3 to 10 meters tall with wide spreading branches and flaky brown bark. It has stem which is about 30 cm. The leaves are glossy and narrow. The tree possesses greenish-white or creamy-white flowers with diameter 7.5 to 10 cm. and width 2-4 inch (5 to 10 cm). The plant flowers during Midsummer (June- August).The plant prefers warm and humid climate with an adequate rainfall. It thrives better in well drained soils.
Fruit
The tree bears fruit from early winter to the late fall. The fruit is bell-shaped, about 5 to 8 cm long. The fruit is pink to red in color with white texture flesh. The color of the flesh differs in the type of cultivar grown. The fruits which are ripened have light and faintly aroma with moderate sweet taste. Each fruit possess one or two grey seeds. The fruit has got smooth and thin skin.

Nutritional value
Rose Apple possess rich amount of iron, calcium, fiber, Vitamin C, protein and Vitamin A. 100 gm of Rose Apple contains calcium (29 mg), potassium (123 mg), sulphur (13 mg). The same amount of Rose Apple provides Vitamin C (24.78%), Total fat (0.86%), Iron (0.88%) and Phosphorus (1.14%).                                                             

Biophytum(Mukkutti)

Mukkutti(biophytum)

 It is an important flower for the people of Kerala both for its medicinal values and cultural importance. Mukkutti has been used in traditional folk medicine to treat numerous diseases.In Ayurveda this little herb Mukkutti is described as a good medicine. **Mukkutti is used as a tonic and stimulant **It is used for chest complaints , convulsions , Cramps and inflammatory tumours .

** It's ash is mixed with lime juice and given for stomach ache .


**Leaves and roots are styptic , decotion of leaves is given for diabetes , asthma and phthisis

Mukkutti herb is very useful in treating Varicocele. The leaves of this herb (20) need to be boiled in 300ml of water for 40 mins. Strain and cool this potion and drink it two times daily for a month and complete relief would be accorded in a month.


** It is also used for treating heavy bleeding seen in women.Therefore it is also called "Teendanaazhi".


**Its leaf well grinded in butter milk is used in treating dysentry.


**It is a good medicinal herb to clean the uterus after delivery.

Illikkal kallu(rock)

Illikkal kallu

Illikal Kallu ( ഇല്ലിക്കല്‍ കല്ല് ) is a major tourist attraction spot in Kottayam district of Kerala (India). Situated about 4000 feet above sea level, it is also one of the highest peak in the Western ghats. Illikal Kallu is a rock situated above Illikal Mala, It is a beautiful place in kerala.

Feathers

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