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The summer season each year brings wafting memories of a juicy and luscious fruit called litchi. The origins of Litchi lie in southern China where as a crop it has been cultivated uninterruptedly for close to 2500 years. Its geographical propagation has been rather slow, which is due to the short life-span of its seed and the peculiar soil and climatic requirements associated with the plant.A classical instance of this is India which is the second largest producer just behind China, but litchi farming is chronologically speaking, very recent having been introduced only sometime in the middle of the 1700's. Together China and India between themselves produce more than 90% of the world's Litchi, leaving the rest of the world far behind. In the backdrop of all this it is interesting to know the various cultivars and varieties which dot the world of Litchi farming. Most or all of them have their genesis probably in China but have been suitably bred and modified to thrive in countries of their adoption.

The terms 'cultivar' and 'variety' have often been used interchangeably but this convention often seems to ignore the obvious differences which exist between the two. A 'cultivar' is bred with the help of vegetative propagation, which could include cutting, grafting,budding and tissue culture and is a product of human effort and ingenuity. A 'variety' on the other hand is a natural phenomenon and is bred through seedlings. A 'variety' will always produce clones of the parent plant, but in a cultivar,there may be slight variation in a progeny compared to the parent particularly in the case of hybrids. The Litchi cultivars in India number about 40 out of which around 12 or 13 are commercially cultivated.The same cultivar or variety may be known by different names in various parts of the country. In China there are about 200 known cultivars although only 20 or so are in commercial farming, which means the genetic repository is much more widespread compar

If you live in Europe or America, finding this beneficial fruit may not be easy, as carob is not cultivated in those regions. Carob, or "Ceratonia Siliqua", is cultivated in the Mediterranean region.

The açaí palm or aqai (Euterpe oleracea) is a species of palm tree in the genus Euterpe cultivated for their fruit and superior hearts of palm. Its name comes from the European adaptation of the Tupian word ïwasa'i, '[fruit that] cries or expels water'. Global demand for the fruit has expanded rapidly in recent years, and açaí is now cultivated for that purpose primarily. The closely-related species Euterpe edulis (jucara) is now predominantly used for hearts of palm.[citation needed] Eight species are native to Central and South America, from Belize southward to Brazil and Peru, growing mainly in swamps and floodplains. Açaí palms are tall, slender palms growing to 15-30 meters, with pinnate leaves up to 3 meters long.

Lemon balm, or commonly called Melissa, is a kind of herb that is mostly cultivated in Southern Europe and in the Mediterranean.

Quinoa is classified as one of the oldest cereals in the world. It comes from South America, and people started to cultivate it in the area of Andes. The ancient civilization Inka knew about this food and used it.

Benefits of Mango Juice-

The mango is considered as one of the most delicious and healthiest fruits. The "king of the fruits"

has a yellow, reddish orange or green skin and a deep yellow pulpy interior. This tropical fruit,

originated in the Indian subcontinent's sub-Himalayan plains, has been cultivated in many regions of

India as well as the tropical climates around the world.This seasonal fruit has been a regular part

of human diet for about four thousand years, thanks to its unique flavour, taste and fragrance. You

would also have relished this fruit but do you know the benefits of mango...?

Below mentioned are the top 10 mango juice benefits.
1. Prevents Cancer
2. Lowers Cholesterol Levels
3. Maintains Blood Pressure
4. Beneficial for Anaemia
5. For Eye Health
6. Clears the Skin
7. Alkalizes the Whole Body
8. Helps in Diabetes
9. Improves Digestion:
10. Boosts the Immune System

Nutritional Value of Mango Juice

Mango juice has several precious nutrients. One cup mango juice contains 128 calories, with less

than 1 g each of protein, fat and cholesterol. 33 g of carbohydrates and 0.8 g of fiber are

available in one serving.

The juice, derived from fresh mangoes is loaded with Vitamins C and A along with traces of Vitamins

B, E and K. Some valuable minerals too are found in mango juice.

Different Flavour of Mango juice

Summer is one of the only times when one can enjoy the true ecstasy of fresh mango juice. Usually bottled mango

juices and mango drinks have a kind of uniform taste and flavor. But you can make fresh mango juice at home

with different types of mangoes, and enjoy different flavors in mango juice.

Asia in the most popular drink being the mango variety like

title="mango drink" target="_blank">mango drink , mango juice, Pulp mango juice. The flavor of mango fruits

is constituted by several volatile organic chemicals mainly belonging to terpene, furanone, lactone, and ester

classes. Different varieties or cultivars of mangoes can have flavor made up of different volatile chemicals or

same volatile chemicals in different quantities.

The mango is considered as one of the most delicious and healthiest fruits. The "king of the fruits" has a

yellow, reddish orange or green skin and a deep yellow pulpy interior. This tropical fruit, originated in the

Indian subcontinent's sub-Himalayan plains, has been cultivated in many regions of India as well as the

tropical climates around the world.

Mango Pulp used for making the drinks is made from choicest mangoes brought from South India which is the

World's largest producer of Mangoes. Our assortment of juicy mango and other drinks offer essential minerals,

antioxidants, fiber and vitamin A and C, and is an excellent way of repletion of lost potassium.'Alphonso' is

one of the most popular cultivars. In 'Alphonso' mango, the lactones and furanones are synthesized during

ripening; whereas terpenes and the other flavorants are present in both the developing (immature) and ripening
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To live long eat worlds fourth most cultivated vegetable cucumbers that are having more nutrients with low calorie and also benefits in beauty and cleaning

Ginger is being used as medicine since ancient times. It is the widely cultivated herb across the globe. Ginger is used in different forms such as food, drinks, beauty products etc. In Ayurveda ginger is known as a god gift and has many health benefits. Ginger contains chromium, magnesium and zinc used for maintaining healthy and normal blood flow, morning sickness, increase metabolism, decrease pain etc.

Once I was listening the health benefits of herbs on the radio, a specialist on the herbs said that stinging nettle was one of the most effective and beneficial herbs for our health. He said that if people was aware of the benefits of nettle and how curative it was, they cultivated nothing but nettle. This allegation may seem a little bit unrealitic or pretentious, however it has many great benefits indeed.

Stevia comes from an herb in the chrysanthemum family called Stevia rebaudiana. It is native to Paraguay, also grows in Brazil and Argentina, and is cultivated in China. The leaves have been used for centuries by native peoples to make sweet teas, or to sweeten other foods, with no evidence of harm. It is available in the United States, and the European Union as a dietary supplement and is sold here in whole-leaf form or as stevioside, the extracted sweet principle, sold as a granular white powder. The powder has very few calories but is so sweet that to use it, you must dissolve it in water, then dispense the solution by drops. A teaspoon of the liquid is equivalent in sweetness of a whole cup of sugar. Stevia is safe for diabetics and is widely used as a nonnutritive sweetener around the world.

Shiitake mushroom, native to East Asia, is cultivated worldwide for its purported health benefits. The fresh and dried forms of the mushroom are commonly used in East Asian cooking. It is also valued as an anticancer agent. Lentinan (1,3 Beta-D-glucan), a polysaccharide isolated from Shiitake, has been well studied and is thought responsible for its beneficial effects. It was shown to have anticancer effects in colon cancer cells (1), which may be due to its ability to suppress cytochrome P450 1A enzymes that are known to metabolize pro-carcinogens to active forms

"Guavas are plants in the myrtle family (Myrtaceae) genus Psidium, which contains about 100 species of tropical shrubs and small trees. They are native to Mexico, Central America and northern South America. Most likely naturally spreading (by means of ocean drifting) to parts of the Caribbean and some parts of North Africa, guavas are now cultivated and naturalized throughout the tropics, and due to growing demand they are also grown in some subtropical regions."

Mango is useful fruit for pregnant women as it contain good amount of iron that enables to maintain the HB level and proper oxygen flow. It is suggested that problems during menstruation. Mango relaxes the muscles and prevent abortion due to presence of calcium and magnesium.

Beneficial in pregnancy of the Mango shakes are having important health benefits during pregnancy due to presence of iron both in milk and mango. Iron is an important mineral required during pregnancy.

Mango is considered to have a rather beneficial effect on the baby's growth patterns. Mango juice for pregnancy is a delightful option. The fact that it has a low calorie count along with significant resources of vitamin C, fiber and vitamin A, it only serves to help increase the speed of the child's physical and mental development. Moreover, the beta carotene content within the fruit means that it significantly helps prevent the development of heart disease in both the mother as well as the child.

A pregnant woman should eat at least one mango a day - the calcium and magnesium of the mango relaxes the muscles, relieves stress and prevents abortion.Mango is a tropical tree cultivated in many regions of India and now distributed wide across the world in many continents. Usually, fruits grow at the end of a long, string like stem, with sometimes more than one fruit to a stem.

Litchi is a fruit with amazing health benefits belongs to Sapindaceae family. It is grown in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world and found abundantly in the summer season. It was first originated in the Chinese regions of Guangdong and Fujian and has been started cultivating in the various countries of the world (India, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Taiwan, Japan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Australia, Pakistan, Malaysia, Vietnam, Mexico, Southern Africa and etc). It is very delicate and attractive smelling fruit which is usually eaten fresh. It is found in many types such as emperor lychee or biggest lychee, ohia lychee or litchi with little seed, Brewster lychee and etc. Benefits of Litchi (Lychee) Fruit Juice It is loaded with numerous healthy nutrients including vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fatty acids and so many. It protects from various diseases, infections and skin problems by enhancing the immunity power. It contains polyphenols which helps in fighting with weight problems, liver damage and type-2 diabetes. Some of its amazing health benefits are mentioned below: Benefits of Litchi for Heart Benefits of Litchi for Cancer Benefits of Litchi for Digestive System Benefits of Litchi for Bones, Teeth and Joints Benefits of Litchi for Hair Benefits of Litchi for Weight Loss Benefits of Litchi for Aging Benefits of Litchi for Women during Pregnancy Benefits of Litchi for Kids Benefits of Litchi for Men Benefits of Litchi Seeds Benefits of Litchi Juice of Skin Nutrition Facts of Litchi Dash per 100 ml Energy: 60 Kcal Fat: 0 gm Carbohydrate: 14.8 gm Protein: 0 gm Sugar: 12.5 g Vitamins Thiamine: 0.011 mg Riboflavin: 0.065 mg Niacin: 0.603 mg Choline: 7.1 mg Pyridoxine: 0.100 mg Folates: 14 µg Vitamin C: 71.5 mg Vitamin E: 0.07 mg Vitamin K: 0.4 µg Minerals Calcium: 5 mg Copper: 0.148 mg Iron: 0.31 mg Magnesium: 10 mg Manganese: 0.055 mg Phosphorus: 31 mg Selenium: 0.6 µg Zinc: 0.07 mg

The Mango is considered as one of the most delicious and healthiest fruits. The "king of the fruits" has a yellow, reddish orange or green skin and a deep yellow pulpy interior. This tropical fruit, originated in the Indian subcontinent's sub-Himalayan plains, has been cultivated in many regions of India as well as the tropical climates around the world.This seasonal fruit has been a regular part of human diet for about four thousand years, thanks to its unique flavour, taste and fragrance. You would also have relished this fruit but do you know the benefits of India Juice ...? Below Mentioned Are The Top 10 Mango Juice Benefits. 1. Prevents Cancer 2. Lowers Cholesterol Levels 3. Maintains Blood Pressure 4. Beneficial for Anaemia 5. For Eye Health 6. Clears the Skin 7. Alkalizes the Whole Body 8. Helps in Diabetes 9. Improves Digestion: 10. Boosts the Immune System

Cultivated for thousands of years in Japan, gobo, perhaps recognized more so as being burdock, is an escaped domestic vegetable that has made its home in almost every country in the northern hemisphere. It also has found its way to Uruguay, Chile, Australia and perhaps other countries in the southern hemisphere.

SURELY, you all know this one kind of vegetable. Typical form wrinkled make the vegetables are so easy to remember Broccoli has a Latin name Brassica oleracea. Broccoli is a vegetable belonging to the tribe of cabbage (Brassicaceae). By the ancient Greeks, plants from the middle east region has been long cultivated.