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Scientific name of Figs

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FICUS CARICA

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Are a sweet, fleshly fruit that have been cultivated for thousands of years. They are native to the Middle East and the Mediterranean region, but are now grown in many parts of the world.

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FIGS (FICUS CARICA)

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The main types of carbohydrates in figs are:

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FRUCTOSE
GLUCOSE
SUCROSE
FIBERS (PECTIN)

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The primary sugar in figs, contributing to their sweetness.

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FRUCTOSE

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Another simple sugar that provides readily available energy.

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GLUCOSE

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A disaccharide sugar that adds sweetness and many contribute to laxative effects.

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SUCROSE

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A type of soluble fiber that promotes digestive health and regulates blood sugar levels.

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FIBER (PECTIN)

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8
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Are a good source of carbohydrates, with about 13.5 grams per 100 grams of fresh fruit.

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FIGS

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9
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Traditional medicinal uses of figs are:

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LAXATIVE
DIGESTIVE AID
SKIN CONDITIONS
DIABETES MANAGEMENT

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10
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This soluble fibers promotes gut health by aiding digestion and regulating nutrient adsorption. It may also help regulate blood sugar levels, potentially beneficial for diabetes management.

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FIBER (PECTIN)

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Scientific name of prunes

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PRUNUS DOMESTICA

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Dried plums from the European plum tree, are not only a delicious treat but also a good source of various carbohydrates with potential health benefits.

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PRUNES (PRUNUS DOMESTICA)

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13
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Main types of carbohydrates in Prunes:

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SORBITOL
DIETARY FIBER
FRUCTOSE AND GLUCOSE

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14
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This sugar alcohol is predominant carbohydrate in prunes, contributing significantly to their sweetness and laxative effect.

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SORBITOL

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Prunes are a good source of dietary fiber, including cellulose, hemicellulose, and insoluble dietary fiber.

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DIETARY FIBER

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16
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Traditional and Evidence bases used of Prunes

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LAXATIVE
DIETARY AID
BONE HEALTH

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Scientific Name of Sugarcane

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SACCHARUM OFFICINARUM

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18
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Is primarily known for its high content of sucrose, a disaccharide composed of glucose and fructose.

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SACCHARUM OFFICINARUM

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Carbohydrates contents of Sugarcane:

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STARCH
CELLULOSE
HEMICELLULOSE

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20
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Found in smaller amounts, mainly in the pith and rind of the sugarcane stalk

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STARCG

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21
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A major component of the sugarcane cell wall, providing structural support.

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CELLULOSE

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A major component of the sugarcane cell wall, providing structural support.

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CELLULOSE

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Another cell wall polysaccharide present in sugarcane.

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HEMICELLULOSE

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Traditional uses of Sugarcane:

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TREATMENT OF COUGHE AND COLDS
WOUND HEALING
DIURETICS
ENERGY SOURCE

25
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Scientific name of tamarind

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TAMRINDUS INDICA

26
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Carbohydrates constituents of Tamarind

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TARTARIC ACID
SUGAR (FRUCTOSE, SUCROSE, GLUCOSE)
DIETARY FIBER (PECTIN)

27
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Uses of Figs:

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LAXATIVE
DIGESTIVE AID
SKIN CONDITIONS
DIABETED MANAGEMENT

28
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Uses of Prunes:

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LAXATIVE
DIGESTIVE AID
BONE HEALTH

29
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Uses of Sugarcane:

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TREATMENT OF COUGHS AND COLDS
WOUND HEALING
DIURETICS
ENERGY SOURCE

30
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This organic acid contributes to the tart flavor of tamarind and acts as a laxative

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TARTARIC ACID

31
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These simple sugars in Tamarind provide readily available energy and can also support the growth of beneficial gut bacterial.

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SUGARS (FRUCTOSE, SUCROSE, GLUCOSE)

32
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Uses of Tamarind:

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• DIGESTIVE PROBLEMS (CONSTIPATIONS, DIARRHEA)
• FEVER
• SKIN CONDITIONS
• SORE THROAT
• MALARIA

33
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Scientific name of Arrowroot

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MARANTA ARUNDINACEA

34
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Scientific name of arrowroot

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MARANA ARUNDINACEAE

35
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Primarily known for its high content of arrowroot starch, a type of complex polysaccharide.

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ARROWROOT (MARANTA ARUNDINACEA)

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Scientific name of Banana

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MUSA SAPIENTUM

37
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Carbohydrates constituents of Banana

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STARCH
SUGARS

38
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Uses of Banana:

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• WOUND HEALING
• DIGESTIVE ISSUES
• DIURETIC AND BLOOD PRESSURE REGULATION.

39
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Scientific name of cassava

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MANIHOT ESCULENTA

40
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Which is also known as yuca or tapioca is a starch root vegetable.

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CASSAVA (MANIHOT ESCULENTA)

41
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Cassava has a long history of medicinal use in various cultures, though some traditional uses lack strong scientific evidence. Here are some examples:

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DIETARY STAPLE IN TROPICAL REGIONS
TREATMENT OF DIARRHEA
SKIN SOOTHER FOR WOUNDS AND ULCERS

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Carbohydrate Contribution to Medicinal Properties of Cassava:

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STARCH AS AN ENERGY SOURCE
STARCH FOR GUT HEALTH
BULKING AGENT FOR DIARRHEA

43
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Scientific name of potatoes

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SOLANUM TUBEROSUM

44
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Scientific name of rice

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ORYZA SATIVA

45
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Two main types of starch in rice:

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AMYLOSE
AMYLOPECTIN

46
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( Starch makes up almost 80% of rice’s dry weight.)

47
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This starch is less branched and has a lower digestibility rate, leading to a slower rise in blood sugar levels.

48
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This starch is highly branched and more easily digested, providing readily available energy.

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AMYLOPECTIN

49
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Traditional Medicinal uses of Rice:

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DIARRHEA AND DYSENTERY
DIGESTIVE DISORDERS
SKIN CONDITIONS

50
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Scientific name of sweet potatoes

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IPOMEA BATATAS

51
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Traditional Uses of Sweet Potatoes

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DIHESTIVE ISSUES
STOMACH ULCERS
WOUND HEALING

52
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Scientific name of wheat

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TRITICUM AESTIVUM

53
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Scientific name of cotton

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GOSSYPIUM HIRSUTUM

54
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Scientific name of Acacia:

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ACACIA CONFUSA

55
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Scientific name of gumamela

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HIBISCUS ROSA-SINENSIS

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