Evergreen foods 2

Bitter gourd Bitter gourd  Propagation & Planting Seed rate Approximately 5.0-6.0 kg of seeds are required for cultivating one hectare of land.Soaking seeds in 1:10 solution of 100 ppm Potassium Nitrate for 3 hrs increases germination and seedling vigour. Planting January-March and September-December are the ideal seasons for growing bitter gourd. For the rainfed crop, sowing can be started after the receipt of first few showers during May-June. Prepare the soil to a fine tilth by ploughing and harrowing. Pits of 60 cm diameter and 30-45 cm depth are taken at a spacing of 2m x 2m. Well rotten FYM and fertilizers are mixed with topsoil in the pit. The seeds are soaked in water for 24 hours prior to planting for better and quicker germination. Soaking seeds in a solution of bavistin @ 0.2 % for 6 hours and drying in shade before sowing is also recommended to reduce the attack of soil born fungus.  As seedlings require ample water for quicker germination, giving a presowing i...

  Radishes Radish: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects and More! Introduction:    The common radish is scientifically known as  Raphanus sativus L.  It belongs to the family  Brassicaceae . It is considered a root vegetable as it can store starch and other bioactive compounds. The shape of radish resembles actual roots. Its colour varies from white in Asia to red and different colours (green, purple and black) in Europe, although its flesh is white in most Asian and European countries. The intense flavour and diverse tastes of radish are owing to an essential compound known as isothiocyanate. Due to this characteristic flavour and taste, it is popular in countries such as Hawaii, Japan and the Philippines. 1   Nutritional Value of Radish:   Radish is a low-calorie vegetable and a good source of a wider range of nutrients. 1   Nutritional components   Value per 100mg   Energy  16 kcal  Protein  0.68 g  Total lipid (fat)...

        Dragon fruit Health benefits   Dragon fruit  Dragon fruit is also known as pitaya, which contains a seed oil containing linoleic acid and linolenic acid. It grows on a climbing cactus plant known as Hylocereus, and these plants are found in all tropical areas globally. Dragon fruit is like a bulb in structure from the outside, and inside, it has fleshy white pulp with tiny black seeds all over. The dragon fruit uses are several, but to be more specific, it is widely used to flavor other juices and alcoholic beverages and is slightly sweet. Different Varieties of Dragon Fruit There are three wide varieties of dragon fruit. They are: Pink or red-skinned ones with white flesh and black seeds. This is the most commonly found variety and is known as pitaya Blanca. Pink or red-skinned dragon fruits that contain red flesh and black seeds are known as Pitaya Roja. Yellow skinned dragon fruit with white flesh and black seeds. This is known as Pitaya Amarilla...

  Health Benefits of Fish Healthy Diet Fish is a low-fat high quality protein. Fish is filled with omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins such as D and B2 (riboflavin). Fish is rich in calcium and phosphorus and a great source of minerals, such as iron, zinc, iodine, magnesium, and potassium. The American Heart Association recommends eating fish at least two times per week as part of a healthy diet. Fish is packed with protein, vitamins, and nutrients that can lower blood pressure and help reduce the risk of a heart attack or stroke.. Healthy Heart and Brain Eating fish is an important source of omega-3 fatty acids. These essential nutrients keep our heart and brain healthy. Two omega-3 fatty acids found in fish are EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaen Fish oic acid). Our bodies don't produce omega-3 fatty acids so we must get them through the food we eat. Omega-3 fatty acids are found in every kind of fish, but are especially high in fatty fish. Some good choices ...

                          Spinach   Delicious and nutritious, spinach provides plentiful and repeated harvest. It’s a compact and speedy crop to fit in small spaces and containers, and can even be grown in light shade in warm weather. You can enjoy harvests for most of the year if you sow little and often. Spinach    Spinach produces large crops of tender, tasty leaves to enjoy in salads when young or cook lightly when larger. The leaves are packed with antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, including iron, so are best eaten as fresh as possible for maximum goodness. Baby spinach leaves are particularly delicious raw, with a soft, succulent texture and mild flavour.  Spinach is quick to grow, but needs fertile soil that doesn’t dry out. It does best in milder temperatures (ideally 15–20°C/60–70°F), as cold or hot, dry conditions can cause it to start flowering prematurely (bolting), putting an end to harv...