Tabbouleh

Tabbouleh


Scientific Name:


tobbouleh,




Tabbouleh is a Middle Eastern vegetarian dish (sometimes considered a salad) traditionally made of Tomatoes, finely chopped Parsley, Mint, Bulgur, and Onion, and seasoned with Olive Oil, Lemon juice, and salt.
















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Health Benefits of Tabbouleh



Anti-Aging

Anti-Aging


Tabbouleh Bulgur anti-oxidants help to slow down aging, and antioxidant-rich foods have been linked to a lower risk of heart disease, Cancer, type II Diabetes and some neurological diseases.

Olive Oil help combat the ill effects of oxidation and improve endothelial function (Dr. Mark Houston, director of the Hypertension Institute at St. Thomas Hospital).




Foods & Bones

Bones

Bones


Tabbouleh Parsley provides high levels of Vitamin K (an essential nutrient for maintaining Bone density, fighting Bone breaks and fractures).

Bulgur Wheat (a mixture in Tabbouleh) delivers high concentrated amounts of Manganese, Iron and Phosphorous which are a major Bone-booster, keeping Bones healthy and prevent Osteoporosis.

Onion has Anti-Inflammatory properties beneficial to Bone Health. They help fight the pain and swelling associated with Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis.




Foods & Bones

Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding


Breastfeeding women who often drink Mint tea or Mint-infused Water (a mixture in Tabbouleh) have lesser risks in developing areola cracks.

• Breast-feeding offers significant benefits for both Infants and parent, but it can cause pain and damage to the nipple.




Foods & Breastfeeding

Cancer Prevention

Cancer & Tumor Prevention


• Eating a Tomato-rich diet is associated in epidemiology with a decreased risk of Prostate Cancer (use of Lycopene for the prevention of Prostate Cancer).

Parsley is rich in Folate which may help prevent certain types of Cancers, Anemia‘s, as well as promote heart health.

Bulgur insoluble Fiber (all Whole Grains) help protect against Cancer (International Journal of Epidemiology, 2008).

• A compound in Onion known as diallyl sulfide is found to increases the body’s production of glutathione-S-transferase (an important cancer-fighting enzyme).

• It is not surprising that cultures that consume lots of Olive Oil have lower rates of Cancer.

• All Fruits possess anti-carcinogenic properties and eating Fruit regularly contributes to preventing Cancer. However, Citrus Fruits are remarkable for their balanced combination of anti-carcinogenic substances (Vitamin C, Flavonoids, limonoids and Pectin).




Foods & Cancer

Cardiovascular System

Cardiovascular System


Tomatoes are loaded with Lycopene which is indeed pure heart and blood food.

Parsley is a good source of Folate which helps to convert homocysteine (a type of Amino Acids found in the blood and a potentially troublesome molecule) which when uncontrolled, can cause damage to blood vessels and potentially leading to a heart attack or Stroke.

Bulgur Fiber can improve Cholesterol balance by eliminating excess omega-6 fatty acids and buildup in The Arteries.

Onions are used to treat and reduce mortality from coronary heart disease. Sulfides (they help lower blood pressure, blood Lipids and Cholesterol), sulfoxides, and other smelly Sulfur compounds.

Polyphenols in Olive help protect the Cardiovascular System as they are a potent class of antioxidant Phytochemicals that can actually dilate arteries.

Hesperidin and the other Flavonoids found in Lemons strengthen the capillary walls, improve arterial elasticity and reduce Thrombosis and Arteriosclerosis.




Foods & Cardiovascular System

Circulatory System

Circulatory System


Parsley chlorophyll content has been found to benefit anemic conditions.

Mint and its Essential Oil (a mixture in Tabbouleh) has a stimulating effects to the body.

Lemon is very beneficial anti-anemic due to its effect of improving or facilitating the absorption of non-heme Iron (contained in plant-based foods, Dairy products and eggs).




Foods & Circulatory System

Detoxification

Detoxification


Tomato (a mixture in Tabbouleh) has alkalizing effect on blood, organic tissues and the urine despite the presence of organic acids (malic and oxalic) which contributes to its unique flavour, acidic taste and lemon-like effect.

Parsley is known primarily for its detoxification (and deodorizing) properties. Its tea is helpful in fighting off Kidney Stones, bladder and Edema (Dropsy) problems.

Onions have alkalizing effects, detoxifying functions of The Liver and improves the activity of other Digestive juice producing glands.

• Its recommended for kidney disorders (Kidney Stones, urinary Infections, renal failure) and Liver disorders (Hepatic failure caused by Chronic Hepatitis or Cirrhosis)

Lemon eliminates excess uric acid (usually deposited in the joints causing Arthritis and rheumatic pain) and nephritis (inflammation in the kidneys).




Foods & Detoxification

Diabetes

Diabetes


Tabbouleh Parsley content is used by diabetics to reduce blood glucose.

Bulgur complex Carbohydrates optimizes the release of insulin and can help to prevent the spikes and plunges of blood sugar.

Onions are excellent for diabetics and people who consume a diet high in Protein, fat, sugar, or imbalanced diet. It contains glycoquine (a Vegetable Hormone that reduces the blood glucose level).




Foods & Diabetes

Digestive System

Digestive System


Parsley is beneficial to digestion as its Essential Oil can help increase bile production and beneficial gastric juices, thus used to cure a number of gastrointestinal symptoms and disorders (including gas, Constipation, Bloating, Indigestion and Nausea).

Mint (a mixture in Tabbouleh) is a calming and soothing herb that aid with upset stomach or Indigestion, relieve pain and discomfort from gas and Bloating.

Bulgur Wheat high levels of Dietary Fiber helps to stimulate Digestive processes in the body and prevent Constipation, Bloating, cramping and Indigestion.

Onions are good for the Digestive System as they are rich in enzymatic substances such as oxidase and diastase which invigorates the Digestive System.

Lemon has a positive effects on the bile and digestion.




Foods & Digestive System

Eye

Eye


Parsley is loaded with Vitamin A (including Provitamin A Carotenoid and Beta-Carotene) which is used by the body to boost Eye Health, protect the retina and Cornea from damage, and helping to prevent Eye disorders like macular degeneration and Cataracts.

Mint contain Vitamin A (a vital vitamin in maintaining the proper function of the Eyes).




Foods & Eye

Hair

Hair


Onions (a mixture in Tabbouleh) are used cosmetically to stimulate Hair growth.




Foods & Hair

Immune System

Immune System


Tomatoes are rich in Minerals, Vitamins and Carotenoids anti-oxidants (Lycopene and Beta-Carotene) that naturally stimulates the immune functions of the body and increasing the body’s capacity to fight Infections.

Parsley is a chemo-protective plant because it helps protect DNA from damage, stops cell mutation and helps induce apotosis (the death of harmful cells).

• Its beneficial to immune defenses.

Bulgur Wheat happens to have significant levels of Zinc which is linked to a stronger immune response in the body.

Bulgur Wheat contains anti-oxidant phytonutrients that can help to reduce oxidative Stress which eliminate inflammation and reduce the mutation of healthy cells.

Onions have an exceptionally high total Polyphenol (a family of potent plant anti-oxidants that offer broad-spectrum disease protection) content.

Lemon (a mixture in Tabbouleh) helps to strengthens the Immune System against Infections.




Foods & Immune System

Infant

Infant


Mint leaves contain simethiconewhich is beneficial to Infants as it calms the baby of Colic and prevents them from crying for hours.




Foods & Infant

Infections

Infections


Parsley has been shown to stop bacterial growth in Wounds, counters toxins, deactivates many carcinogens, builds blood, renews tissues, and counteracts inflammations.

Mint contain rosmarinic acid (an anti-oxidant and Anti-Inflammatory agent) which is effective in relieving seasonal Allergies symptoms and Hay Fever (Rhinitis).

• Eating Onions raw can stop or relieve an Asthma crisis because of its anti-allergic and broncho-dilator properties. (a mixture in Tabbouleh)




Foods & Infections

The Liver

The Liver


Olive Oil is useful to treat Gallstones if taken with Lemon juice in teaspoonful doses.




Foods & The Liver

Metabolism

Metabolism


• Use Parsley when feeling Bloated for it contain apiol and myristicin.

• It’s a natural Diuretic that relieves Bloat-inducing Water retention by preventing salt from reabsorbed into bodily tissue.




Foods & Metabolism

Musculoskeletal System

Musculoskeletal System


Parsley root is taken as a treatment for Flatulence, Cystitis, and rheumatic conditions.

Mint leaves contain antispasmodics agents and cooling properties which relieves muscle pain and relax inflamed or tense muscles.

Bulgur is an excellent source of Protein, which is essential for our bodily speedy growth and development of new tissues, cells, blood vessels, etc., and fast recovery from an injury or illness.




Foods & Musculoskeletal System

Oral & Dental

Oral & Dental


Parsley (a mixture in Tabbouleh) has the ability to freshen the breath.

Mint is a natural Anti-Microbial agent and breath freshener.




Foods & Dental

Reproductive Health

Reproductive Health





Foods & Reproductive Health

Respiratory System

Respiratory System


Mint contain menthol (a natural aromatic decongestant that helps to break up phlegm and mucus, making it easier to expel).

Onions (a mixture in Tabbouleh) are good for Respiratory disorders and improves all Respiratory Infections (from Sinusitis to pneumonia).

• Its Expectorant (facilitates the expectoration of bronchial mucus) and are mucolytic (they soften and promote the expulsion of mucus)




Foods & Respiratory System

Skin Health

Skin Health


Parsley benefits Skin and Dental Health by fighting off Infections and bacteria.

Mint Essential Oil is a good anti-septic and anti-pruritic, while Mint juice obtained is an excellent Skin cleanser, soothes the Skin and helps cure Infections and itchiness.

Olive Oil (a mixture in Tabbouleh) is useful for dry Skin.




Foods & Skin Health

The Brain & Nervous System

The Brain & Nervous System


Mint freshly crushed leaves (a mixture in Tabbouleh) can help deal with Nausea and Headaches. The strong and refreshing aroma of Mint is a quick and effective remedy for Nausea. Balms with a Mint base or basic Mint oil, when rubbed on the forehead and nose, gives quick relief for Headaches.

Bulgur Wheat (a mixture in Tabbouleh) has an impressive levels of Magnesium which makes it a great sleep aid (especially to those suffering from Insomnia and other sleep disorders), due to its production of certain relaxing neurotransmitters which calms the Nervous System and soothes the mind, helping to deliver restful and extended periods of sleep.




Foods & Nervous System

Weight Management

Weight Management


Mint (a mixture in Tabbouleh) stimulates the Digestive enzymes which in turn helps in absorbing nutrients from food and effectively turning fat into usable Energy.

• A combination of high Fiber content, low calories and low fats in Bulgur-wheat/” target=”_self”>Bulgur Wheat, makes makes it ideal for Weight Management as it makes one to feel more full, thus preventing Over-eating.




Foods & Weight Management

Women Health

Women Health


Parsley is a valuable promoter of menstruation, being helpful both in stimulating a delayed period and in relieving Menstrual pain.

• Its volatile oil is a strong uterine Stimulant and relieves cramping pain.




Foods & Women Health