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  • Pineapples

    Pineapples are one of the most popular tropical fruits in the world. They are a good source of many nutrients, such as vitamin C, manganese, copper and folate. Pineapples are also the only source of the plant compound bromelain. Bromelain is associated with many health benefits, such as enhanced immune function, cancer prevention, improved wound healing and better gut health.

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    Pineapple fresh chunks
  • Raisins

    Raisins are anti-oxidant, has anti-inflammatory anti-cancer, blood cholesterol lowering properties. They are free of gluten toxin.

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    Raisins
  • Red Chillies

    Red Chili Peppers add zest to flavorful dishes. A dried Chili Pepper has excellent nutritional values, including a long list of Vitamins and Nutrients. It is really very good for health, taken in moderate quantity.

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  • Red Radish

    Offering a peppery, satisfying crunch with every bite, radishes have a unique place in the hearts of veggie lovers. Radishes are a very good source of vitamin C – 25% of the daily recommended value. There are several other benefits too.

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    Red Radish
  • Rice~

    Rice is beneficial for cholesterol-free diet, blood pressure management, cancer prevention, skin care, and great source of energy.

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    Long Grain White Rice
     
    Cooking White Rice
     
     
    Brown Rice
  • Serrano Peppers~

    Serrano Peppers also called Green Chillies, are used as a chili pepper. They add flavor and taste to a food item when balanced with the right amount of salt.

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    Serrano Peppers, Green Chillies
     
    Serrano Peppers
  • Spinach~

    Spinach is a green, leafy vegetable that is cheap and affordable for everyone. It is a rich source of minerals, vitamins, pigments and phytonutrients. All of these together make spinach very beneficial for a number of vital processes. Due to the vast range of benefits from this vegetable, it is advisable to consume spinach on a regular basis.

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    Spinach 2
    Spinach Cooked
  • Strawberries

    Delicious, rich-red, sweet, yet gently tangy strawberries are among the most popular berries. These berries are native to Europe, however, nowadays cultivated in many temperate regions all over the world. Click here for further information about Strawberries.
     
    Strawberries
  • Tamarind~

    Many individuals add tamarind to their vegetarian cuisines to enhance their taste and offer a tangy taste. Also, tamarind offers many nutritional benefits.

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    Fresh Tamarind with leaves
  • Tomatoes

    Tomato is considered both, a fruit and vegetable and forms an integral part of cuisines all across the globe. Daily consumption of tomatoes provides a great boost to health, along with improving the flavor of food. You find them in countless different foods in every possible cuisine, from breakfast to dinner.

    Tomatoes are also an excellent source vitamin C, biotin, molybdenum and vitamin K. They are also a very good source of copper, potassium, manganese, dietary fiber, vitamin A (in the form of beta-carotene), vitamin B6, folate, niacin, vitamin E and phosphorus.

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