Himalayan Agro Products Pvt Ltd. Gangtok, Sikkim

As in oranges, Tangerines are very low in calories. However they are high in flavonoid anti-oxidants like narigenin, hesperetin, vitamin A, carotenes, xanthins and luteins; in fact many times higher than in oranges. In addition, these citrus fruits are very rich sources of vitamin-C (ascorbic acid), a water soluble vitamin. Vitamin-C is one of powerful natural anti-oxidant which has many essential roles like collagen synthesis and wound healing, anti-viral, anti-cancer activity and helps prevent from neuro-degenerative diseases, arthritis, and cold/fever...etc by removing oxidant free-radicals from the body. Vitamin C helps absorb iron in the food by reducing ferrous form of iron element to ferric form in the gut. Further, they contain natural soluble and insoluble fiber like hemi-cellulose, pectin...etc which prevents cholesterol absorption in the gut. Adequate fiber in the food aids in smooth bowel movements by acting as laxative. Citrus fruits, as such, have long been valued for their wholesome nutritious and antioxidant properties. It is scientifically established that citrus fruits, especially oranges, by virtue of their richness in vitamins and minerals, have many proven health benefits. Moreover, it is now beginning to be appreciated that the other biologically active, non-nutrient compounds found in citrus fruits such as phyto-chemical antioxidants, soluble and insoluble dietary fiber have been found to be helpful in reduction in the risk for cancers, many chronic diseases like arthritis, and from obesity and coronary heart diseases.

Type : mandarin

Cultivation Type : Organic

Commercial part Fruit (Capsule) . In India, black cardamom is felt superior for spicy and rustic dishes and can be used in liberal amounts. Black cardamoms enhance and intensify the taste of other ingredients if used after crushing a bit and then used. There are many distinct species of black cardamom, ranging in pod size from 2 cm (A. subulatum, Nepal to North Vietnam) to more than 5 cm (A. medium, China) with different tastes. Large cardamom is the dried fruit of a perennial herbaceous plant and its quality characteristics are different from that of small cardamom. The fruit is 4 to 6 times size of small cardamom has an acceptable taste, flavor and aroma that stimulates the taste buds when used in rice and meat preparations, besides a wide range of beverages and sweets. In India, it is a popular ingredient of pan masala. India being the largest producer of black cardamom enjoys the monopoly in this spice. The main production centers are the sub-Himalayan ranges spread across Sikkim and Darjeeling district of West Bengal. 'Ramsey', Golsey', and 'Sawany' are names that register instant appeal worldwide. Cardamom oil is a precious ingredient in food preparations, perfumery, health foods medicines and beverages. India, a traditional exporter of cardamom to the Middle East countries, Japan, Russia while Pakistan, Afghanistan, Singapore and UK are the major importers of large cardamom.