Fasting Superfoods : Cultivation, Nutrition & Market Potential

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Fasting Superfoods : Cultivation, Nutrition & Market Potential

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  • 製本 Hardcover:ハードカバー版/ページ数 432 p.
  • 言語 ENG
  • 商品コード 9789819527618

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This book explores the significance of Nutri dense crops traditionally consumed during fasting in India. It highlights their nutritional benefits and their role in sustainable agriculture. Covering a diverse range of crops such as barnyard millet, amaranth, buckwheat, makhana, and chia seeds, the book sheds light on their historical and cultural relevance, along with their modern-day importance.

The chapters provide detailed insights into each crop's biology, cultivation practices, genetic resources, and potential for commercialization. Readers will find valuable information on their production, breeding techniques, and innovative value-addition methods that enhance their utility in today's food systems.

This book serves as a comprehensive resource for researchers, students, agricultural professionals, and food industry stakeholders. It aims to raise awareness and encourage the cultivation and consumption of these nutrient-rich crops, supporting both health and sustainable farming practices.

Contents

1. Groundnut (Arachis hypogaea): The Protein-Rich Oilseed of Adaptability and Nutrition.- 2. ALSI :  Omega 3 rich source for health and vitality.- 3. Grain Amaranth (Amaranthus spp.): The Sacred Seed of Ancient Civilizations.- 4. Buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum): The Resilient Crop with Nutritional Riches.- 5. Water Chestnut (Trapa natans L.): The Aquatic Treasure of Traditional Diets.- 6. Makhana (Euryale ferox): The Super Snack from Water.- 7. Barnyard Millet (Echinochloa spp.): The Fast-Growing Nutritious Staple.-  8.Proso Millet (Panicum miliaceum): The Prodigious Millet for Diverse Uses.- 9. Kalingda (Citrullus colocynthis): The Desert Melon with Medicinal Power.- 10. Shakarkandi (Sweet Potato) (Ipomoea batatas L.) The Nutrient-Rich Root of Resilience.- 11. Sago (Tapioca) Manihot esculenta: The starchy sustainer of energy.- 12.  Tikhur (East Indian Arrowroot) (Curcuma angustifolia Roxb.): The Starchy Root of Versatile Nutrition.- 13. Aonla (Indian Gooseberry) (Emblica officinalis Gaertn.): The Vitamin C Powerhouse for Immunity.- 14. Mahua (Madhuca indica): The Multifunctional Tree of Tradition and Sustenance.- 15. Poppy Seeds (Khus Khus) (Papaver somniferum): The Tiny Seed of Flavor and Nutrient Density.- 16. Saffron (Crocus sativus L.): Gold of the Spices.- 17. Tulsi (Holy Basil) (Ocimum tenuiflorum): The Sacred Herb of Wellness.- 18. Chia Seeds (Salvia hispanica): The Tiny Powerhouse of Omega-3 and Fiber.- 19. Halim Seeds (Garden Cress): The Ancient seed of Iron and Immunity.

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