Cleansing and detoxifying food and is used in Pancha karma, the Ayurvedic cleansing and rejuvenation program developed in royalty India. The term kitcheri, pronounced kich-ah-ree (also called khichadi or khichdi), means "mix", and is mixture of humble ingredients that you might have easily on hand in an India kitchen at any time. Kitcheri is traditionally made of split yellow mung beans (dal)...
High content of Folic Acid, Mono-Saturated (Omega 3 fatty acids) fats, Vitamins(K, C, E, B5, B6), Potassium, Proteins, Anti-Oxidants, and Fiber. Regular consumption promotes cardio-vascular health by reducing cholesterol and providing one with healthy fatty acids.
Masumi Muramatsu
Honolulu HI, U.S.A.
Posted Date : 08-09-2015
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Star fruit: Vitamin C, antioxidants, flavonoids and fiber. Vegan Mochi Cake: dairy-, eggs-, and refined sugar-free from Peace Cafe, Honolulu.
Masumi Muramatsu
Honolulu, HI
Posted Date : 02-09-2015
Credited to: Peace Cafe
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