DATE

    Date (Phoenix Dactylifera) is a palm tree (Arecaceae) of the genus Phoenix, the fruit can be eaten. Dates have been a staple food in the Middle East for thousands of years. Dates tree believed to have originated around the Persian Gulf and has been cultivated since ancient times from Mesopotamia to prehistoric Egypt, possibly as early as 4000 BC. Ancient Egyptians used the fruit to be made into wine dates and was eaten at harvest.

    Dried dates can be filled with stuffing such as almonds, walnuts, candied orange and lemon peel, tahini, marzipan or cream cheese. Dates spots also called seedless dates can be used as snacks. Dates can also be chopped and used in a variety of sweet and savory dishes, such as tajines in Morocco, ka'ak (types of Arab cookies) and other desserts. Dates are also processed into cubes, paste, spread, date syrup or "honey" called "dibs" or "rub" in Libya, powder (sugar palm), vinegar or alcohol. The latest processing innovations include chocolate-covered dates and products like sparkling date juice, used in some Islamic countries as a non-alcoholic champagne, for special occasions and religious times such as Ramadan.

    per 100 grams of dates (source: USDA) containing energy 251 kcal, protein 2.81 g, carbohydrates 66.78 g, fiber 7.1 g, sugar 56.38 g, total fat 0:35 g, MUFA 0.0032 g, PUFA 0.017 g, cholesterol 0 mg, calcium 35 mg , iron 0.91 mg, magnesium 38 mg, phosphorus 55 mg, potassium 484 mg, sodium 2 mg, zinc 0:26 mg, vitamin A 9 IU, vitamin B1 (thiamine) 0.046 mg, vitamin B2 (riboflavin) 0.059 mg, vitamin B3 ( niacin) 1134 mg, vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) 0525 mg, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) 0.147 mg, vitamin B9 (folate) 17 mcg vitamin B12 0 mcg, vitamin C 0.4 mg, vitamin E 0:04 mg, vitamin K 2.4 mcg, 5 mcg of beta carotene, beta-cryptoxanthin 0 mcg 0 mcg lycopene, lutein and zeaxantin 67 mcg.

    Some benefit of date is as an energy source because dates have a fairly high sugar content and are generally derived from a type of glucose and fructose. A type of sugar found in dates is the result of the processing of natural and not harmful to health. High sugar content makes this fruit is a source of instant energy to restore lost energy during fasting and normalize blood sugar levels. Dates are a good source of dietary fiber, The American Cancer Society recommends to consume 20-30 grams per day. Soluble dietary fiber can prevent constipation and colon cancer, then help control diabetes by lowering LDL cholesterol levels in the blood. Dates as an antidote, consuming 7 dates every day to fight the toxins because dates contain phytochemicals and antioxidants. Dates as anti-infection and anti-inflammatory because content of tannin substances, as well as vitamin A in the date can maintaining eye health. Dates are a source of iron and kalium, iron is a component of hemoglobin in red blood cells and kalium helps control heart rate.

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POTATO

    Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) is a plant of the Solanaceae tribes that have stem edible tubers. Potato tubers has now become one of the important staple food in Europe although in ancient times imported from South America. Based on history, the potato comes from the valley-valley plateau in Chile, Peru, and Mexico. This potato was introduced by the Spanish from Peru to Europe since the year 1565. Since then, the potato spread to other countries including Indonesia.

    Potato is one source of carbohydrate substitute for rice that has long been used as a diet for people who have complaints symptoms of diabetes. Potatoes are very good to eat because it contains vitamins and minerals that are good for the body but there are some ways that should be considered in processing potatoes. The first method is by sauteing and the second method is steaming. The method can prevent damage to the nutrients in potatoes and this method is more healthy.

    In 100 grams of potatoes (source: USDA) contain energy 70 Kcal, carbohydrates 15.90 g, protein 1.89 g, fat 0:10 g, cholesterol 0 mg, fiber 2.5 g, Folic 18 mcg, niacin 1149 mg, pantothenic acid 0.279 mg, pyridoxine 0239 mg , riboflavin 0.038 mg, thiamin 0081 mg, vitamin A IU 7, vitamin C 11.4 mg, vitamin K 2.9 mcg, sodium 6 mg, potassium 455 mg, calcium 10 mg, Iron 0.73 mg, magnesium 22 mg, manganese 0141 mg, phosphorus 61 mg, zinc 0:33 mg.

    Some benefit of potato is help digestion and prevent diabetes. Fibers contained in the potato starch can help digestion in the gut and fibers can also help keep blood sugar levels to remain normal. Potatoes can maintain bone health, the content of iron, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and zinc are present in potatoes is the perfect combination to build bone strength. Potatoes contain an anti-cancer compounds, antioxidant flavonoids, quercetin on potatoes have anti-cancer compound. Potatoes can treat facial acne, the steps is potatoes cut in thin slices and then washed. Potato slices stick to the facial acne. Lift when potatoes are grayish. Can be used when you want to sleep nights.

  

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ALMOND NUT

   Almond nuts are nuts that do not grow in Indonesia, but grow in areas such as the middle east Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Turkey, Jordan, Syria, and others. The beans are usually sold at a pastry shop or supermarket and expensive. These beans can be processed as a garnish a cake, almond milk or snack at leisure. Almond is one of high nutritious peanut, so that good for growth of children. There are two types of almonds, the sweet almond and bitter almond. Typically, almond sweet to eat, and bitter almonds to make almond oil, which is used to add flavor to food.

    In 100 grams of almonds contains nutrients that are good for health and beauty: energy 578 kcal, oil content 49%, omega 9 62%, omega 3, omega 6 24%, acid palmiat 6%, carbohydrates 26 %, fiber 12%, sugar 6.3%, starch 0.7%, vitamin E 24 mg / 100 gr, folat acid, magnesium, fiber, essential amino acids, vitamin B, Calcium, Potassium, Phosphorus, vitamin B6, vitamin C, Substance iron, vegetable fats, unsaturated fats, high antioxidant, Phenylalanine, Biotin.

    Some benefit of almond nut is lowering bad bholesterol levels (LDL). Almonds are rich in unsaturated fats, unsaturated fats are beneficial for lowering LDL and raising HDL. Research conducted by the American Association heart health, found that consumption of almonds every day can lower bad cholesterol by 15 percent. Cholesterol levels were lowered depending on the number of times of almonds into the body. If consumed 7 grams of almonds can reduce LDL levels as much as 1 percent and multiples of 7 grams can lower LDL levels even more. Maintain healthy heart, magnesium contained in almonds are beneficial to smooth and improve blood flow to the heart, control the movement of oxygen along with nutrients to the heart and throughout the body. Unsaturated fats in almonds are also beneficial for maintaining a healthy heart, the high Vitamin E can prevent inflammation of the arteries and arterial damage. Good for digestion, high fiber in the almonds are beneficial to prevent constipation and colon cleansing. Strengthen bones, almonds are rich in phosphorus and calcium. Both substances or nutrients are beneficial for health and bone density. Magnesium and potassium are also useful for creating a solid and strong bones. Nourish and soften the skin, Almond has been made into oil contains vitamin E, minerals and essential fatty acids are good for improving skin health, and to prevent skin damage caused by UV exposure that attacks the skin.

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BLACK RICE

    Black rice is a rice types of the species Oryza sativa L., some of the which are Glutinous rice. This is a local rice varieties that contain most excellent pigment, unlike white rice or rice other colors. Black rice has a good flavor and aroma with a specific and unique appearance. When cooked, appeared flavor and a pleasant aroma to the black rice. In the black rice, aleurone and endospermia produce anthocyanin at high levels so that the color purple rice becomes concentrated near black. This rice has better nutritions than white rice.

    Research published in the Journal of Nutrition in 2008 suggested that extracts from black rice can prevent atherosclerosis (clogged arteries cause heart attacks) and lower triglyceride levels. Nutrient contents in 100 gr black rice is Energy 351 kcal, 8 gr protein, 1.3 gr fat, 76.9 gr carbohydrates, 20.1 gr fiber, vitamins B1, B3, B6, vitamin E, manganese, phosphorus, 15.52 ppm iron, antioxidants anthocyanins (which give a purple-black color on rice), amino acids and essential fat acids. The outer part is what makes black rice takes longer when cooked.

    Some benefit of black rice high antioxidants. The black color is caused by the content of flavonoid pigment called anthocyanin, the pigment in plants that serve as a powerful antioxidant. Anthocyanin content was researched as a medicine for heart disease, diabetes, alzheimer's and cancer. Have complex carbohydrates, the content of complex carbohydrates make us full longer. A study in the British Journal of Nutrition found that eating complex carbohydrates can make us full for hours and also eat less than 320 calories per day. The content of nutrients in complex carbohydrates black rice is 75.5% starch, amylose 22.9%, anthocyanin 393.9 ppm, 51.5% amylopectin and beta-carotene 804 mg. Low calories and lower cholesterol levels, black rice has lesser calories than white rice. 351 kcal calorie black rice and white rice 357 kcal. Effects of anthocyanins which are very much in the black rice, make extracts from black rice capable of lowering cholesterol levels in the blood. High fiber and good for digestion, the fiber content in black rice is 20.1 grams per 100 grams. Compare with the white rice that is only 0.2 grams. Obviously the advantages of fiber black rice is beyond doubt.

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EDAMAME

    Edamame are soybeans that come from Japan and into the category of vegetables. In Japan, edamame including tropical plants and used as a vegetable and health snacks. For most people in Indonesia, edamame may still less well known. This soybean is usually eaten or cooked into soups or consumed as a snack that tastes delicious and tasty. Edamame soybeans are harvested when ripe is only 80 percent. Differences edamame with other types of soybean seeds are bigger, smoother texture, taste sweeter and easier to digest. Edamame can be boiled with a little salt until tender and served as a snack.

    Edamame contains complete protein and high quality compared to most other plants. As a source of soy lecithin, 9 essential amino acids, vitamin E, a high content of isoflavones and saponins are powerful anti-oxidants, a high content of unsaturated fats, high in fiber, calcium, vitamins, minerals and no cholesterol. Additionally, edamame have folic acid, manganese, sucrose, vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, B6 and C and iron levels on edamame almost equivalent to iron in 4 ounces of grilled chicken breast.

    Some benefit of edamame is reduce levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) in the body. LDL is known as bad cholesterol because it often leads to a buildup of cholesterol plaque in the arterial wall. While HDL cholesterol is known as good, as it works to clean up cholesterol in the arterial wall and bring it back circumspection where cholesterol is broken down and excreted. The content in soy lecithin is dissolving cholesterol in the blood, so there is no blockage in the artery walls. Preventing diabetes mellitus, diabetes mellitus occurs because the body lacks insulin; resulting in abnormalities of the metabolism of carbohydrates, protein, fat, water, and electrolytes. Edamame contains amino acids glycine and arginine amino acid that is capable of maintaining the balance of the hormone insulin. 
    Inhibit menopause and prevent osteoporosis, the cessation of menstrual cycle in menopausal women is strongly influenced by the hormone estrogen produced by the ovaries glands. Therefore, the isoflavones in edamame as fito estrogens from plants shown to inhibit menopause and its content of vitamin E is beneficial maintain the balance of hormones that slow the occurrence of menopause. Besides being able to inhibit Menopause, isoflavones could prevent osteoporosis by stimulating osteoblastic process through estrogen receptor activity. Diet program, high fiber content as well as the levels of good cholesterol (HDL) high in edamame able to reduce fat in the body but also balanced with physical exercise. Prevent cancer, isoflavones is currently investigated for its potential to prevent and resolve to many other health problems. Mechanism known as anti-cancer activity of isoflavones are anti-estrogens, inhibits the activity of cancer-causing enzymes, anti-oxidant activity and enhance immune function cells. Studies of epidemiology and laboratory have shown that soy consumption can reduce the risk of developing several types of cancer, including cancers of the breast, prostate and colon cancer.

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RED BEAN

    Red bean is a kind of nuts with the scientific name Vigna angularis larger than the mung beans are used in Indonesian cuisine, such as red bean soup and krecek chili fries. These beans can also be used a mixture of cake or paste filling, so it can be healthier and beans is known by the name of Azuki in Japan. In Japan, these beans are usually processed into red bean paste as filling of dorayaki. To cook dried red beans, First rinse red bean, then remove any stones or damaged beans, then soak overnight in cold water. In the morning changing the soaking water and bring to a boil and cook until the beans are cooked, usually between 15 minutes and 1 hour, depending on the type of bean. 100 grams of red beans contain 346 kcal of energy, protein 23.4 g, fat 1.8 g, carbohydrates 59.8 g, 83 mg calcium, phosphorus 403 mg, 7 mg of iron, vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin C, iron, folic acid, antioxidant and high fiber.

    Some benefit of red bean is one of vegetable protein source. Red beans contain complete protein, with all kinds of amino acids necessary for good nutrition. In contrast to meat, nuts lower in fat and cholesterol-free. when the body benefits derived protein red beans, also supports heart health of soluble fiber provided by these beans. Controlling blood sugar levels, the fiber in beans helps lower blood cholesterol levels by helping push cholesterol, through the digestive tract before the body absorb it. Red beans have a low glycemic index, so the beans can be a healthy choice for diabetics or for those who want to control blood sugar levels. Good for digestion, red beans have fiber content much like green beans. The fiber content is very helpful digestion occurs in the intestine. Fiber helps bowel movement always runs well. Finally, this could lead to a good thing in the smooth bowel movements and can lower the risk of colon cancer symptoms. One of natural antioxidants source, the red bean antioxidant levels high enough, so that the red beans can prevent cells from damage and accelerate the regeneration of dead cells caused by free radicals in the body. Based on a survey of the US Department of Agriculture, which is an amazing result that red beans have high antioxidant and exceed the quality of the antioxidants contained in fruits other.

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MUNG BEANS

    Mung bean (Vigna radiata) is a kind of legumes are well known in the tropics. This plant has many benefits, especially as a source of vegetable protein is high. Mung beans boiled until soft and eaten as porridge, dumplings contents, the contents Steamed Bun, or eaten immediately. Mung beans when boiled long enough to be broken and the starch contained in the seeds will come out and thickens, becomes a kind of porridge. Mung bean sprouts or taoge is very popular vegetable in East Asia and Southeast Asia. The mung beans can also be processed into flour called hunkue flour, used in making pastries.

    The nutritional content of mung beans are high protein, carbohydrate, fiber, iron, calcium and phosphorus that are useful to strengthen bones and fat is an unsaturated fatty acid. Mung beans fat consists of 73% unsaturated fatty acids and 27% saturated fatty acids, so it is important to maintain a healthy heart. The mung beans also contain vitamin C, A, B1, folic acid, riboflavin, B6, thiamine, niacin and pantothenic

    Some benefit of mung beans is lower weight. Mung beans good for those who are in a diet program. High in fiber and low in saturated fat. For pregnant women and fetuses, based study protein content in mung beans very useful for cell growth. Women who during pregnancy diligently consume mung beans usually have babies with dense hair. Prevent diabetes, the mung beans are one of the foods that have a low glycemic index, which means good consumption for people with diabetes. foods that have a low glycemic load could slow the rise of blood sugar in the body. Strengthen bones, calcium and phosphorus in mung beans can maintain strong bones and teeth. Including helping the growth of bones and teeth in children and prevent osteoporosis in adults. Rich in fiber, mung beans have a high fiber content of 4.1 grams per 100 grams. Fiber content is in the green beans will be able to fullfill the needs of fiber until 30%. Curing anemia, iron content in mung beans can cure anemia and is one of the foods that have a very high iron content.

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