Nature's Trunk

  The New Beauty Secret with Ancient Roots We're all searching for that natural glow, whether it's through pricey skincare regimens or endless beauty trends. However, what if your kitchen shelf holds the true key to glowing skin instead of your beauty shelf? Welcome to the world of Gulkand, a delightful Ayurvedic gem with a hint of rose that is making a modern resurgence. Thanks to the rising awareness around the gut-skin connection, Gulkand is now being embraced not just as a treat but as a natural glow remedy and a daily beauty ritual. What is Gulkand? A Simple Rose Remedy with Deep Ayurvedic Roots Gulkand (Rose Jam) is a traditional Indian preparation made by slowly blending fresh rose petals with natural sweeteners like rock sugar (Daga Mishri). Then it's sun-dried for days to seal in the flower's deep fragrance, nutrients, and natural oils. Rooted in Ayurveda, Rose Petal Jam is said to balance the Pitta Dosha, the governing system of body heat and metabolis...

  Managing diabetes often feels like a never-ending challenge. You want to enjoy home-cooked meals, but every bite seems to come with a side of guilt. Rotis, Dosas, Rice - all your Indian favourites—now become suspect. You measure carbs, check blood sugar, and yet feel deprived. Familiar scenario? What if you did not have to give up your favourite flavours? What if the meal ahead could gratify your palate and contribute to your wellness aspirations? That's what jackfruit flour has in store for you - a diabetes-safe, nature-provided choice that melts easily into Indian cuisine and aids natural sugar management. Let us go on about the reasons this neglected superfood is on the radar - and why it can be the greatest flour choice for diabetes in India right now. What is Jackfruit Flour? Jackfruit flour is created by drying and grinding the mature raw jackfruit bulbs. Unlike its ripe, sweet alternative, unripe jackfruit is starchy and neutral-tasting. The flour is gluten-free, low in c...

  We are unknowingly feeding our families chemicals every day—colored junk foods, sugary foods, and tasty beverages laden with chemicals that look appealing but harm our health. These hidden poisons quietly alter digestion, immune responses, and even mental clarity. But what if we told you there’s a traditional superfood that’s not only safe but also nourishing? Let’s talk about Palm Jelly , known in many parts as Thati Thandra - a sweet, cooling, and nutrient-packed treat that has been used for generations. And when sourced right, Palm Jelly becomes more than just a food—it's daily wellness, the natural way. It’s time to get into the benefits. 1. Naturally Hydrating and Cooling Thati Thandra, or Palm Jelly has been traditionally esteemed for its naturally cooling and hydrating qualities. Produced from the extract of the fruit pulp of the Palmyra (palm fruit), it has high moisture levels and thus serves to cool the system naturally during hot weather conditions. In contrast ...

  Do you all believe we're feeding our children chemicals rather than cake? On every birthday, every celebration, we make a nice, colourful cake for our children. But have you ever thought about what's really hidden behind those bright, colourful decorations and chemical colours? Unfortunately, a lot of bakery cakes contain extra dangerous ingredients that can restrict a child's growth both cognitively and physically. Unexpected, isn't it? We give our kids unsafe ingredients, food colouring, and toxic cake toppings while we enjoy these foods ourselves. Let us see what such sweet treats contain and how they impact our health. Why are bakery cakes considered unhealthy? Most of the cakes available in bakeries contain more than flour, sugar, and eggs. They contain artificial colours - colourful toppings and preservatives - so that they are more attractive to look at. Some of the worst culprits are as follows: 1. Fake Food Colours: Beauty That Hurts The bright re...