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Stinging Nettle - Ingredient Spotlight

S T I N G I N G N E T T L E

Scientific Name: Urtica dioica

Alternative Name: Gulmehndi

Stinging nettle is a plant with pointed leaves that usually reaches a height of 2-4 metres.

The herbaceous shrub is originally from the colder regions of northern Europe and Asia. Nowadays though, it grows all over the world. Stinging nettle grows well in nitrogen-rich soil and blooms between June and September.

It has incredible medicinal properties. This is why nettle was used fas a treatment for lower back pain and arthritis for hundreds of years. Furthermore, ground parts of the plant are considered beneficial for diabetes. This is because it can help regulate blood sugar levels.

Cream of Tartar - Ingredient Spotlight

C R E A M O F T A R T A R

Scientific Name: Potassium hydrogen tartrate
Alternative Names: Potassium bi-tartrate

Cream of tartar is a common baking ingredient also helps to stabilized egg whites and whip cream on cake and pastries. It is used in cleaning purposes such as removing permanent spots from surface or floor.

Cream tartar was first discovered in a wine container in Iran in the 17^th century. A scientist, Jean Baptiste Biot, found out its physical properties.

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