Food Manifest 
The Many uses of Cloves Clove (Syzygium aromaticum) is indigenous to Indonesia. Its dried flower buds are popularly used in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. It’s one of the most commonly used kitchen spices — used as a tastemaker and for its health benefits. Its essential oil is believed to have umpteen benefits and nutritional properties.
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Authors: Sunitha Poulose, Athira D & Biya V. Jomon Green chillies are cherished worldwide for their unique flavour, vibrant colour, and significant health benefits. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and capsaicin—a compound responsible for their spicy kick—green chillies enhance culinary experiences and promote health. Capsaicin is linked to numerous benefits, such as boosting metabolism, enhancing immunity,
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Sugar is often called ‘The White Death’ because of its detrimental side effects to human health. While we are aware of how harmful sugar can be when consumed excessively and without caution, what makes it more dangerous is sugar adulteration. Raw sugar is sucrose extracted from sugarcane or sugar beet and is brown in colour. Table
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Do you know that the avocado seed is the most nutritious part of the fruit? It is full of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. However, many people avoid eating the seed because it is very bitter. Here, we will explore why avocado seeds are so bitter and discuss some ways to reduce the bitterness. What Are
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Besan (or gram flour) is an all-time essential ingredient, especially in Indian kitchens. We use besan to make pakoras and batata vada, and also to make sweet treats like ladoos, barfi, and halwa, among many other famous Indian dishes. Besan is a staple ingredient in Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan, Pakistani, Nepali, and Burmese cuisines as well.
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As food security becomes an increasingly urgent global issue, understanding and applying food preservation techniques is essential. According to the World Food Programme, food waste is a staggering problem, with approximately $400 billion worth of food lost annually from harvest to retail. Additionally, about 17% of food is wasted at the consumer level. These figures
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