Some benefits of these awesome ingredients
PEPPERMINT
is a minty herb native to Europe and Asia. For hundreds of years, people have used peppermint both as a flavoring and for its medicinal properties.
The cooling effects of menthol in peppermint tea help to soothe an upset stomach in several ways. First, menthol relaxes the stomach muscles that can contract and cause cramping. The cooling effect of menthol can improve circulation and relieve inflammation that causes stomach pains.
PIMENTO LEAVES
Extracts Have Hypotensive Effect. Known as folk remedy used for treatment of high blood pressure, obesity and digestion problem in Central America, as well as treatment for menstrual cramps and abdominal pain in Caribbean culture.
Like other peppers in the Capsicum genus of nightshade plants, pimentos are rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, folate and vitamin K. A diet featuring a high intake of these vitamins may help lessen your risk of several serious medical conditions.
BREADFRUIT
is packed with nutrients, which lower cholesterol, fight infections, promote youthful skin and healthy hair. Since it contains a good amount of fiber that reduces the rate of glucose absorption, it is a diabetic friendly food
PLANTAIN
are an inexpensive, healthy, and delicious food. Plantains have been eaten in Africa, Asia, and Latin America for centuries, but the Western world is only just beginning to realize the many nutritional benefits of the plantain. Plantains are a carbohydrate rich source of fiber and essential vitamins and minerals such as folate, magnesium, vitamin C, potassium, and vitamin B6. Plantains are low in fat and sodium.
FEVER GRASS
is a source of essential vitamins and minerals including vitamins A, B and C, potassium, magnesium, phosphorous, manganese, zinc, folate and iron. As its name suggests, fever grass is known to counteract the effects of a fever especially in children but is also great for adults.
JACKFRUIT
Carotenoids, the pigments that give jackfruit its yellow color, are high in vitamin A. Like all antioxidants, carotenoids protect cells from damage and help your body work right. They may help prevent diseases like cancer and heart disease, as well as eye problems like cataracts and macular degeneration.