{"title":"Jamaican  STUFF","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"jamaican-dry-cerasee-leaves-tea-herb-bitter-melon-momordica-charantia","title":"Jamaican DRY Cerasee leaves, TEA HERB, BITTER MELON  Momordica charantia","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"erated\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Jamaican Cerasee Herb , Wild Crafted Organic , \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/caribbeangardenseed.com\/search?q=BITTER+MELON\" title=\"MELON\"\u003eBitter Melon \u003c\/a\u003edetox herbal tea\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" id=\"erated-plugin\" class=\"erated\"\u003eCerasee (Momordica charantia) is a global bitter herb with blood and body purification properties, originating in Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-is-it\" class=\"chartbeat-section\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is cerasee tea?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCerassee tea is a type of bush tea — a tea made from local plants. It’s typically made by boiling fresh leaves and stems of a wild variety of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eMomordica charantia \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003ewhich is known as cerasee in Jamaica. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBitter melon's leaves and fruit are commonly used in Jamaican cuisine and have shown medicinal benefits, often recommended by older generations for various ailments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" color=\"#002cfd\"\u003eHealth Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe number one medicinal benefits for the cure of abdominal pains. A small bundle of the leaves with vines and some ginger, boiled to make a tea with a little sugar or honey added is very effective. Some people like it better without any sweetener, which is in fact the best way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA tea made from the leaves and vines is used to treat parasitic worms, liver problems, as a tonic, and as a blood and body cleanser. This herb has detoxifying properties and is used as a wash out to purge the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe leaves crushed and rubbed (to get the juice extracted) in a bath with water is used to bathe in to treat skin ailments such as rashes, atopic dermatitis (eczema), sores, and naturally to give your skin a cleaner more refined look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVery effective in relieving constipation, fevers and colds in children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe tea decreases menstrual cramps can also treat urinary tract infections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhen consumed as a tea by pregnant women, this herb is said to purify the baby's skin giving it a very beautiful look after birth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCerasee contains nutrients like iron, vitamins A and C, phosphorous and alkaloids, thus its effectiveness in treating many ailments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou can also purchase this medicinal herb in supermarkets. It is dried and sold in plastic wraps or sold as tea bags. 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The tonic also serves to improve the body’s energy levels, build stamina and bring much needed relief from impotency.\u003cbr\u003eAlthough the root is well known for its ability to improve the sexual performance in both sexes, there are a number of other ailments that strong back is used to combat. These include muscle soreness, asthma, rheumatism and bronchitis. strong back is also used to purge the blood and has been known to aid with the treatment of kidney and pulmonary problems. Women may also use a combination of strong back and marigold to bring relief to menstrual pain.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use Strong Back?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTraditionally, the Strong Back root has been used in Jamaica to make herbal tea as a remedy for a “weak back”. Strong Back tea can be made by allowing a sufficient amount of the root to simmer in a container of boiling water on a low flame for around 10 to 15 minutes. Allow the tea to steep for a few minutes before straining off the tea and adding honey or sugar to sweeten. Other herbs such as Sheckel Weed and Wild Pinder may also be added to the herbal tea. Strong Back root is also combined with a number of other popular Jamaican herbs such as Medina and Duppy Gun, to make tonics.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eHealth benefits of Strong Back\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStrong Back herbal tea may be consumed daily to bring relief from back aches while at the same time strengthen the back muscles. The tonic also serves to improve the body’s energy levels, build stamina and bring much needed relief from impotency. Although the root is well known for its ability to improve the sexual performance in both sexes, there are a number of other ailments that Strong Back is used to combat. These include muscle soreness, asthma, rheumatism and bronchitis. Strong Back is also used to purge the blood and has been known to aid with the treatment of kidney and pulmonary problems. Women may also use a combination of Strong Back and Marigold to bring relief to menstrual pain.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: We highly recommend that before using any herbal medications you should consult your health care provider or medical doctor for professional advice.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Caribbean","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":30867307135059,"sku":"P15621S","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 lb","offer_id":30867307167827,"sku":"P15622S","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":30867307233363,"sku":"P15624S","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395449188538.jpg?v=1759500625"},{"product_id":"curry-powder-jamaican-1","title":"Curry Powder, - Jamaican","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Jamaican curry powder, MADE TO ORDER For Authentic Jamaican flavor, and Freshness ! \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is my grandma recipes. In Jamaica, curry powder is mostly used to flavor Goat Meat, chicken fish and shrimp , soups and stews, and is great for adding a kick to all kinds of sauces and marinades, as well as meatloaf and burgers, tuna, pasta and potato salads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurry Powder has many Health Benefits.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccording To Dr. Oz and statistical reports curry powder is an excellent alternative remedy to prevent the occurrence of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). AD is a largely unknown disease in the Indian And Caribbean population not because of awareness (people are educated about it) but due to the lack of its preponderance among the population and do you know why? It has got to do with the ingredients in the curry powder, the spices to be exact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs explained by Dr. Kulpreet Chaudhary and Dr. Oz, the spices in the curry powder bolster the immune cells within the body to help fight against the toxins that collect within the central nervous system, the brain to be specific. While Dr. Oz advocated using curry powder in totality, many researchers point to the use of turmeric which is a major ingredient in the curry powder giving it the distinct yellow color, as the active ingredient in the fight against AD.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003eSelect your desired size and color from the available option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"1 OZ \/ MILD","offer_id":28806283089,"sku":"P15707S","price":4.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 OZ \/ SPICY","offer_id":42982637633722,"sku":"P34380S2","price":3.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 OZ \/ EXTRA SPICY","offer_id":42982637666490,"sku":"P34380S33","price":4.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 LB \/ MILD","offer_id":42982635536570,"sku":"P34379S","price":8.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 LB \/ SPICY","offer_id":42982637699258,"sku":"P34380S","price":8.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 LB \/ EXTRA SPICY","offer_id":42982637732026,"sku":"P34380S","price":9.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 LB PACK \/ MILD","offer_id":42982635569338,"sku":"P34379S5","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 LB PACK \/ SPICY","offer_id":42982637764794,"sku":"P34380S4","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 LB PACK \/ EXTRA SPICY","offer_id":42982637797562,"sku":"P34380S1","price":23.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 LBS \/ MILD","offer_id":42982635602106,"sku":"P34379S2","price":65.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 LBS \/ SPICY","offer_id":42982637830330,"sku":"P34380S3","price":65.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 LBS \/ EXTRA SPICY","offer_id":42982637863098,"sku":"P34380S","price":70.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395446468794.jpg?v=1759500694"},{"product_id":"live-plants-jamaican-sorrel","title":"Live Plants - Jamaican Sorrel","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"Post__item Post__heading Post__html\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"h2 product-single__title\"\u003eHibiscus- Roselle, Jamaican Sorrel, Florida Cranberry (Hibiscus sabdariffa\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Is Jamaican Sorrel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#202020\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\"\u003eDiscover the Jamaican Sorrel - a festive holiday drink from the West Indies, made with the dried red sepals and calyx of the tropical West African plant, Hibiscus sabdariffa. It can also be used to make cordials, punches, jams, and teas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#202020\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eOrganic Hibiscus Tea, made from the crimson flowers of Hibiscus sabdariffa, is rich in nutrients and may help lower blood pressure and cholesterol, reducing the risk of heart problems and kidney failure. It also has a fruity, tangy flavor similar to cranberry and can be enjoyed hot or chilled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHibiscus Sabdariffa common names include;\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJamaican Sorrel,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlorida Cranberry,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndian Roselle,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHibiscus Roselle,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Sorrel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eJamaican sorrel, or hibiscus blossoms, is a popular ingredient in South-Central Indian cuisine for its tart flavor. Traditionally steeped in hot or cold water, the tea has a refreshing ruby color and tangy taste similar to cranberry or pomegranate.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #990000;\"\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#408641\" size=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e(Jamaican hibiscus flower beverage)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSorrel punch is a traditional Christmas beverage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e in the Caribbean. Dried hibiscus flowers  known as sorrel in Jamaica and not to be confused with the pungent green — can be found in most Caribbean or Latin markets. In Latin markets hibiscus flowers are known as Jamaica, and so is the beverage. In West Africa the flowers are known as roselle or bissap and in Nigeria the drink is called zobo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMakes about 1 1\/2 quarts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff9900;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINGREDIENTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDried hibiscus flowers (sorrel) -- 2 cups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGingerroot, minced -- 1\/4 cup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoiling water -- 8 cups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSugar -- 1 to 1 1\/4 cups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #274e13;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMETHOD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace hibiscus flowers and ginger in a large bowl and pour in the boiling water. Cover and let steep for several hours at room temperature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrain into a large pitcher and stir in sugar to taste. Serve well chilled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Arial Black\" color=\"#ff6a35\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Arial Black\" color=\"#ff6a35\"\u003eSORREL PUNCH VARIATIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd a few allspice berries or a stick of cinnamon the the steeping hibiscus and ginger if you like.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse only 4 cups boiling water to steep. Add 4 cups of seltzer water after straining and chilling for a bubbly beverage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMix with a shot of rum and a garnish of lime for a nice cocktail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Roselle prefers well-draining fertile soil.\u003cspan\u003e Overly rich soil or extra fertilization leads to a very large plant with fewer calyces. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eA sunny spot is best\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for growing roselle successfully. In the low-desert of Arizona, some afternoon shade is fine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRoselle hibiscus prefers humid, warm conditions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e and does not tolerate frost. 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Perfect for both indoor and outdoor planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWouldn't it be nice to grow your own coffee house plant from coffee seeds?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhether or not you depend on your morning cup, coffee plants are fun to grow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePopular house plant that's low maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces shiny green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefers bright, indirect light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eIt is relatively simple to cultivate indoor Coffee plants from its seeds. Known for their robust growth and longevity, Coffea Arabica plants are also aesthetically pleasing. However, it is important to note that it may take several years before the plants bear fruit and can provide you with your morning cup of joe. Patience is key when growing Coffee plants from seeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eFlower Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePerennial\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 - 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well drained soil with pH 6.1 - 6.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Directions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 - 85F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAverage Germ Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e60 - 90 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSow seeds 1\/2 inch deep\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 seed per plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSoak seeds overnight before planting. 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Similar to Habanero or Scotch Bonnet peppers, its bright red crumple-podded peppers have a unique appearance and thin, juicy walls. A must-have for any chili lover! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGROWING TIPS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor successful tropical plant growth from seeds, use Organic Seed Starting Material. Avoid jiffy peat pots, plugs, or potting soil for best results. Proper temperature, moisture, and air circulation are crucial. Peppers have varying germination times, typically 1 week to 1 month. Provide warmth for germination, such as a heating mat or warm surface like a fridge. Plan and start early.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTO GROW PEPPER SEEDS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. where gloves\u003cbr\u003e2.always wash your hands even after you take you gloves off\u003cbr\u003e3.have some lime juice to dump on your hands if they are burning as its said to relieve the burning\u003cbr\u003e4.never rub any sensitive area like your eyes and so forth.\u003cbr\u003e5.before you take your gloves off besure you are completely finished at what you are doing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Gur8Ad\"\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"10181634482769598241\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoak seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vM0jzc\"\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"10181634482769599818\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePepper seeds can be soaked in water at room temperature for a maximum of 24 hours in order to speed up the germination process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSow seeds indoors \u003c\/strong\u003e¼\" deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePepper seeds come from tropical, humid regions and require proper temperature, moisture, and air circulation for optimal growth. Avoid using jiffy peat pots, plugs, or potting soil as they can cause problems with moisture levels and lead to disease and fungus. 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Apply Miracle Gro every two weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vM0jzc\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvest hot peppers when they are fully mature using a garden scissor so you don't damage the plant. 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It has a long history in Ireland and is found in various locations around the world. Sea moss is typically not eaten due to its tough and rubbery texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(64, 64, 64);\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(64, 64, 64);\"\u003eThis Jamaican Sea Moss can be used as a vegan alternative to gelatin in various foods and beverages. It's a 100% natural thickening agent rich in carrageenan, making up 55% of its volume. Traditionally simmered, it can also be used raw in modern recipes.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 0px 0px 10px; padding: 0px; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;\" class=\"ERSSummary\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 0px 0px 10px; padding: 0px; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;\" class=\"ERSSummary\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis drink offers multiple health benefits and can help you maintain energy and improve overall health. You can try my family's secret recipe for yourself.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 0px 0px 10px; padding: 0px; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;\" class=\"ERSIngredients\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 0px 0px 5px; padding: 0px; line-height: inherit; font-size: 16.25px; font-weight: bold; clear: both;\" class=\"ERSIngredientsHeader ERSHeading\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(15, 94, 20);\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: none; line-height: inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; list-style: disc inside; line-height: inherit; font-size: 14px; color: #494240; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"ingredient\"\u003eTo Boil:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; list-style: disc inside; line-height: inherit; font-size: 14px; color: #494240; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"ingredient\"\u003e1.5 oz irish moss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; list-style: disc inside; line-height: inherit; font-size: 14px; color: #494240; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"ingredient\"\u003e1.5 oz Linseed or Flax seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; list-style: disc inside; line-height: inherit; font-size: 14px; color: #494240; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"ingredient\"\u003e½ gallon of water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; list-style: disc inside; line-height: inherit; font-size: 14px; color: #494240; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"ingredient\"\u003eBatch Per Blender  makes about 3-4 batches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; list-style: disc inside; line-height: inherit; font-size: 14px; color: #494240; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"ingredient\"\u003e2 cups of boiled moss mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; list-style: disc inside; line-height: inherit; font-size: 14px; color: #494240; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"ingredient\"\u003e¾ cups raw turbindado sugar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; list-style: disc inside; line-height: inherit; font-size: 14px; color: #494240; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"ingredient\"\u003e½ cup almond milk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; list-style: disc inside; line-height: inherit; font-size: 14px; color: #494240; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"ingredient\"\u003e⅓ cup raw rolled oates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; list-style: disc inside; line-height: inherit; font-size: 14px; color: #494240; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"ingredient\"\u003e1.5 tablespoon Raw Cashews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; list-style: disc inside; line-height: inherit; font-size: 14px; color: #494240; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"ingredient\"\u003e2 teaspoons vanilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; list-style: disc inside; line-height: inherit; font-size: 14px; color: #494240; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"ingredient\"\u003e1 teaspoon almond extract\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; list-style: disc inside; line-height: inherit; font-size: 14px; color: #494240; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"ingredient\"\u003e¾ teaspoon fresh ground nutmeg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; list-style: disc inside; line-height: inherit; font-size: 14px; color: #494240; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"ingredient\"\u003e¼ teaspoon Keith Lorren’s Dessert Spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; list-style: disc inside; line-height: inherit; font-size: 14px; color: #494240; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"ingredient\"\u003e⅛ teaspoon salt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; list-style: disc inside; line-height: inherit; font-size: 14px; color: #494240; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"ingredient\"\u003e2 cups Ice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 0px 0px 10px; padding: 0px; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;\" class=\"ERSInstructions\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 0px 0px 5px; padding: 0px; line-height: inherit; font-size: 16.25px; font-weight: bold; clear: both;\" class=\"ERSInstructionsHeader ERSHeading\"\u003eInstructions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003col style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-position: outside; line-height: inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px; line-height: inherit; list-style: decimal outside; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"instruction\"\u003eRinse Irish moss well to remove salt, stones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px; line-height: inherit; list-style: decimal outside; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"instruction\"\u003ein a large pot, add linseed, irish moss, water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px; line-height: inherit; list-style: decimal outside; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"instruction\"\u003eboil for 15 minutes on medium high and remove from heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px; line-height: inherit; list-style: decimal outside; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"instruction\"\u003eallow pot to cool for 15 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px; line-height: inherit; list-style: decimal outside; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"instruction\"\u003e**\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px; line-height: inherit; list-style: decimal outside; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"instruction\"\u003eTo make the drink, in a blender add all blender ingredients except ice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px; line-height: inherit; list-style: decimal outside; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"instruction\"\u003eblend until smooth and creamy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px; line-height: inherit; list-style: decimal outside; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"instruction\"\u003eAdd ice and continue to blend until smooth and creamy (cools drink off)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px; line-height: inherit; list-style: decimal outside; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: 0px 50%; background-repeat: initial;\" class=\"instruction\"\u003eServe and enjoy!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"4 oz pack","offer_id":28268624849,"sku":"P7201S","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Lbs Pack","offer_id":29008885457,"sku":"P16522S","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 lbs","offer_id":29008885521,"sku":"P16523S","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395648417978.jpg?v=1759501360"},{"product_id":"spanish-lime-fruit-seed-jamaican-guinep","title":"Spanish lime, fruit seed, jamaican guinep","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"inkfrog_crosspromo_top\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" style=\"font-family: Arial; 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font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eGuinep,melicoccus bijugatus, grow indoor or outdoor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormally known as melicoccus bijugatus, it could be that I chose these specifically for the name. I mean, c’mon. MELICOCCUS BIJUGATUS. Tell me that you won’t be snickering as you repeat that phrase all day. Common to the tropics, apparently these fruit come from a branch of the “soapberry” tree, which sounds, if possible, even less appetizing than melicoccus. There are many other names for guinep, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ealso known as:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpanish lime\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoneyberry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChennette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenip(e), Gunip, Guinep, Canep, Chenep, Kenip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMamoncillo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMapo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAkee (which is very inaccurate if you’re used to West Indian ackee and saltfish)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkinip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTjennét\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimoncillo; and my favorite….\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuenepa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Info:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStratification: none required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermination: sow seed 3\/8\" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther: Germination tends to be slow, Germinates faster in warmer temperatures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrepare a seed tray with a layer of starting soil. The soil should be moist but not saturated and there should be no standing water present in the tray.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpread the seeds out over the tray, pressing them lightly into the moistened soil. The seeds should be approximately two inches apart to allow them room to spread out once they begin developing roots and shoots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCover the seeds with a thin layer of compost, mulch or horticultural sand. Spray the contents of the tray lightly with warm water to dampen the seed covering. As with the initial moistening of the soil, you only want to dampen the covering and not saturate it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace the seed tray in an area where it will receive up to eight hours of sunlight per day and will maintain a temperature of about 70 degrees Fahrenheit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoisten the seed tray as needed. You want the soil and the seed covering to remain moist, though being slightly on the dry side will not harm the seeds. It is better for the seeds to germinate in an environment that is only slightly moist than one that is saturated since the latter condition encourages rotting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck the progress of the seeds weekly. It may take as few as 10 days or as long as six months for the bay laurel seeds to begin germinating. If you notice any seeds that have begun to rot, remove them from the tray.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransplant germinated seeds to pots or to a prepared location outdoors once leaves begin to appear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"erated-plugin\" class=\"erated\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"inkfrog_crosspromo_bottom\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"3 seeds","offer_id":42185782395066,"sku":"P16555S","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 seeds","offer_id":42185782427834,"sku":"P16555S-2","price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 seeds","offer_id":42185782460602,"sku":"P16555S-3","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395671716026.jpg?v=1759501384"},{"product_id":"vegetables-seed-jamaican-callaloo-amaranth","title":"Vegetables Seed - Jamaican Callaloo, Amaranth","description":"\u003ch3\u003eJamaican Callaloo Seeds — Grow a Caribbean Kitchen Staple at Home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere's something deeply satisfying about pulling fresh callaloo leaves from your own garden and folding them into a pot of simmering soup with garlic, thyme, and Scotch bonnet. \u003cstrong\u003eJamaican Callaloo (Green Amaranth)\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most beloved leafy greens across the Caribbean — fast-growing, heat-tolerant, and packed with nutrition. Whether you're growing it for the table, as a microgreen, or as a cut-and-come-again crop, this heirloom variety delivers season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSeed Highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amaranthus mangostanus — Non-GMO, open-pollinated heirloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApprox. 15,000 seeds per oz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatures in \u003cstrong\u003e30–70 days\u003c\/strong\u003e depending on harvest stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrives in warm, humid, and hot climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be harvested as a microgreen in as little as \u003cstrong\u003e30 days\u003c\/strong\u003e after sowing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the cut-and-come-again method for continuous harvests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Jamaican Callaloo\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCallaloo is a cornerstone of Caribbean cooking, grown and eaten across Jamaica, Trinidad \u0026amp; Tobago, Guyana, Barbados, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Belize, and beyond. In Jamaica, it's typically sautéed with onion, garlic, tomatoes, thyme, and Scotch bonnet pepper — a perfect side dish for breakfast or lunch. Rich in iron, calcium, magnesium, vitamins A, B, and C, plus amino acids and carotene, it's as nutritious as it is delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare soil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loosen to 12\" depth. Callaloo prefers a soil pH of 6.5–7.5 — amend with lime (too acidic) or peat moss (too alkaline) as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSow seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e When outdoor temps hold steady at 65°F+. Sprinkle seeds over prepared soil and rake lightly to cover with ½\" of soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil moist during germination (10–14 days, faster in 70°F+ weather). Once seedlings develop their second set of leaves, water to 1\" depth consistently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a 3\" layer of bark mulch to retain moisture, improve drainage, and suppress weeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pluck leaves as needed — the plant will continue producing. For microgreens, harvest at 30 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, well-draining; pH 6.5–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm and tropical; does not tolerate frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–14 days at 65°F+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eNutritional \u0026amp; Health Benefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCallaloo leaves are among the most nutrient-dense leafy greens available — high in fiber, iron, calcium, vitamins A, B, and C, lutein, and carotene. Widely regarded as a cancer-fighting plant, especially when blended into green smoothies. 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These fruits typically grow to be 8 to 10 inches long and 3 inches in diameter, and are found on cucumber-like vines. As an annual plant, it has a growth cycle of 80 days and is non-GMO, heirloom, and open pollinated. Additional names for this plant include Balsam Pear and Foo Gwa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eJamaican cerasee seeds are highly nutritious and used in health remedies. They are a versatile vegetable rich in potassium, vitamin A, and vitamin C with dark green leaves and yellow flowers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariety of names\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bitter Melon, Balsam Pear, Bitter Gourd, Karela, Chinese Bitter Melon\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAround the World : \u003c\/strong\u003eCerasee (bitter melon) has been used in various Asian and African traditional medicine systems for a long time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCerasee is a versatile, bitter vegetable that is used in many cuisines, including Filipino and Chinese dishes. It can be eaten boiled or sauteed, or enjoyed as a refreshing drink or tea. The young shoots and leaves can also be consumed as greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"1819772784649579223\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Jamaica\u003c\/strong\u003e, cerasee is used as a traditional herbal tea with potential health benefits including blood pressure regulation, blood sugar control, digestion improvement, pain relief, detoxifying, and skin cleansing.\u003cspan data-huuid=\"1819772784649578222\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Trinidad and Tobago, \u003c\/strong\u003eJamaican Cerasee (bitter Melon) are typically prepared by sautéing them with onion, garlic, and scotch bonnet pepper until they become nearly crispy, while in Jamaica they are commonly consumed in liquid form for medicinal purposes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCerasee,(bitter melon) a key ingredient in Okinawan and Japanese cuisine,\u003c\/strong\u003e is also gaining popularity in the Philippines. Studies show it may contribute to higher life expectancies in Okinawa, and it can be prepared in various dishes such as stir-fries with ground beef and oyster sauce, or with eggs and diced tomato. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Indian cuisine\u003c\/strong\u003e, bitter melon seeds are used in various dishes such as sabji, thoran\/thuvaran, theeyal, and pachadi. They are often paired with potatoes and yogurt to balance out the bitterness, or stuffed with spices and cooked in oil. Other popular recipes for Cerasee include curry, deep fried with peanuts, and pachi pulusu soup. In Tamil Nadu, it is also used in the special Brahmins' dish 'pagarkai pitla' and the popular 'kattu' curry stuffed with onions, lentils, and coconut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Pakistan and Bangladesh, \u003c\/strong\u003eit is often cooked with onions and red chili powder. turmeric powder, salt, coriander powder, and a pinch of cumin seeds. Another dish in Pakistan calls for whole, unpeeled Cerasee to be boiled, and then stuffed with cooked ground beef, served with either hot tandoori bread, naan, chappati, or with khichri (a mixture of lentils and rice). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eA tea made of the vine is used for diabetes, hypertension, worms, dysentery, malaria and as a general tonic and blood purifier. It is also very effective to relieve constipation and colds and fevers in children.\u003cbr\u003eWomen in Latin American use the leaf for menstrual problems to promote discharge after childbirth.\u003cbr\u003eThe tea is taken for 9 days after giving birth to clean out and tone up all the organs involved in the delivery. Cerasee is also used as a natural method of birth control, by taking two cups each day after intercourse, for three days. It is said that women who drink Cerasee daily will not conceive during that time. As a wash, the tea is used externally for sores, rashes, skin ulcers and all skin problems. A Cerasee bath is good for arthritis, rheumatism, gout and other similar ailments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToday folks in the Caribbean still use cerasee as a blood cleanser;\u003c\/strong\u003e bush bath for beautiful skin; and for diabetes, cancer and other infectious diseases. We also use it for all types of stomach complaints including griping or pain in the stomach, amoebas and intestinal parasites and as a laxative. Research confirms these benefits by documenting the anti-bacterial and anti-parasitic properties within cerasee.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Turkey\u003c\/strong\u003e it has been used as a folk remedy for a variety of ailments, particularly stomach complaints. The fruit is broken up and soaked in either olive oil or honey.The plant contains several biologically active compounds, chiefly momordicin I and II, and cucurbitacin B.\u003cbr\u003eThe plants contains also several bioactive glycosides (including momordin, charantin, charantosides, goyaglycosides, momordicosides) and other terpenoid compounds (including momordicin-28, momordicinin, momordicilin, momordenol, and momordol). It also contains cytotoxic (ribosome-inactivating) proteins such as momorcharin and momordin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiabetes: \u003c\/strong\u003eIn 1962, Lolitkar and Rao extracted from the plant a substance, which they called charantin, which had hypoglycaemic effect on normal and diabetic rabbits. Another principle, active only on diabetic rabbits, was isolated by Visarata and Ungsurungsie in 1981. Cerasee has been found to increase insulin sensitivity. In 2007, a study by the Philippine Department of Health determined that a daily dose of 100 mg per kilogram of body weight is comparable to 2.5 mg\/kg of the anti-diabetes drug glibenclamide taken twice per day. Tablets of Bitter Melon extract are sold in the Philippines as a food supplement and exported to many countries.Other compounds in Cerasee have been found to activate the AMPK, the protein that regulates glucose uptake (a process which is impaired in diabetics).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGROWING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull sun\/light shade; rich moist soil. Plant in frost free areas since bitter melon is very sensitive to frost. Do not water too much.\u003cbr\u003eIn cooler climates start planting in pots 6 weeks before the frost free date; transplant when there is no more danger of frost.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull sun\/light shade; rich moist soil. Plant in frost free areas since bitter melon is very sensitive to frost. Do not water too much.\u003cbr\u003eIn cooler climates start planting in pots 6 weeks before the frost free date; transplant when there is no more danger of frost. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"5 Seeds","offer_id":28442506257,"sku":"P17338S","price":3.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Seeds","offer_id":28442506321,"sku":"P17339S","price":6.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Seeds","offer_id":28442506385,"sku":"P17340S","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395446567098.jpg?v=1759501950"},{"product_id":"papaya-seeds-jamaican-red-1","title":"Papaya Seeds - Jamaican Red","description":"\u003ch4\u003eJamaican Red PAPAYA Seeds: A Heirloom Variety from the Caribbean Region. High in Vitamin C. 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Potassium nitrate, commonly known as saltpeter, is available in most garden centers as a fertilizer. This solution helps to decrease germination time, while increasing the total percentage of germination among planted seeds.\u003cbr\u003eS\u003cstrong\u003eoak the papaya seeds in the potassium nitrate solution for about 30 minutes.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you have trouble finding potassium nitrate, soak the seeds in hot water at 158 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds, then soak in room temperature, distilled water for 24 hours to increase the germination rate.\u003cbr\u003ePapaya seeds can germinate in as little as two weeks with the potassium nitrate treatment, but can take up to five weeks.\u003cbr\u003eFill 1-gallon containers with a sterile, soil-less potting mixture of equal parts sphagnum peat and perlite or vermiculite. Use at least three containers for best success because papaya plants might be female, bisexual or male. Do not start seeds in seedling trays because papayas transplant poorly; 1-gallon containers ensure the plant requires transplanting only once from the container to the ground.\u003cbr\u003ePlant two to four seeds evenly spaced in each container, and cover the seeds with 1\/4 to 1\/2 inch of soil. Place the container in full sun to partial shade in temperatures above 70 degrees Fahrenheit; choose full sun when possible to achieve maximum fruit production and sweetness.\u003cbr\u003eWater the seeds to moisten the soil. Water the seeds regularly to keep the soil moist, but avoid overwatering because wet soil can cause seedlings to dampen off.\u003cbr\u003eApply a complete fertilizer to containers at planting, and repeat once every two months. 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Perfect for homemade hot sauce and as a secret ingredient in Jamaican Jerk Sauce. Jamaican Scotch Bonnets are a heavy producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthentic Jamaican Scotch Bonnet pepper seed - Perennial plant with intense heat and flavor, ideal for hot sauces and fresh consumption. Compact, dense plants produce an abundance of bright yellow or red, thin-skinned hot peppers with a unique tam o' shanter shape. Can be eaten fresh, pickled, or used as a garnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart seeds indoors\u003c\/strong\u003e or, in climate with short growing seasons, outdoors at least one week after last frost. If starting indoors, allow 7 to 10 weeks for the seeds to mature into seedlings large enough to transplant safely. Fertilize when the blooms appear, and water well. Fruit is most nutritious if allowed to ripen on the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoak seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePepper seeds can be soaked in water at room temperature for a maximum of 24 hours in order to speed up the germination process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSow seeds indoor\u003c\/strong\u003e;¼\" deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm.\u003cbr\u003ePepper seeds come from tropical, humid regions and require proper temperature, moisture, and air circulation for optimal growth. Avoid using jiffy peat pots, plugs, or potting soil as they can cause problems with moisture levels and lead to disease and fungus. 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Perfect for jerk dishes like chicken, pork, and shrimp, this pepper is a favorite among food enthusiasts. Beware of its powerful pungency, which may surprise those new to the Scotch Bonnet pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElevate your Jamaican cuisine with this all-purpose pepper. Ideal for Jerk Pork, Jerk Chicken, as well as curried goat, stews, soups, rice and peas, patties, and peppered shrimp. Its distinct flavor profile adds depth to any dish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet ready for ripe Jamaican Yellow Scotch Bonnet peppers! Named for its unique shape resembling a Scottish headdress, these peppers are a must-try for any pepper lover. There are many other peppers of different shapes and colors in Jamaica, but if they do not have the correct shape and colour, they are not Scotch Bonnet.HOW TO \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGROWING TIPS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor successful tropical plant growth from seeds, use Organic Seed Starting Material. Avoid jiffy peat pots, plugs, or potting soil for best results. Proper temperature, moisture, and air circulation are crucial. Peppers have varying germination times, typically 1 week to 1 month. Provide warmth for germination, such as a heating mat or warm surface like a fridge. Plan and start early.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTO GROW PEPPER SEEDS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. where gloves\u003cbr\u003e2.always wash your hands even after you take you gloves off\u003cbr\u003e3.have some lime juice to dump on your hands if they are burning as its said to relieve the burning\u003cbr\u003e4.never rub any sensitive area like your eyes and so forth.\u003cbr\u003e5.before you take your gloves off besure you are completely finished at what you are doing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Gur8Ad\"\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"10181634482769598241\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoak seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vM0jzc\"\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"10181634482769599818\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePepper seeds can be soaked in water at room temperature for a maximum of 24 hours in order to speed up the germination process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSow seeds indoors \u003c\/strong\u003e¼\" deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePepper seeds come from tropical, humid regions and require proper temperature, moisture, and air circulation for optimal growth. Avoid using jiffy peat pots, plugs, or potting soil as they can cause problems with moisture levels and lead to disease and fungus. Organic Seed Starting Material is recommended for optimal germination results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Gur8Ad\"\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"10181634482769598548\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to move outside\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vM0jzc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-huuid=\"10181634482769600125\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace plants outside where they will receive wind protection and a couple hours of sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"10181634482769597606\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGradually increase the amount of sunlight over a week or two.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"10181634482769599183\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring them indoors if night temperatures drop below 55°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Hot Peppers in Containers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeppers can be grown all year long in containers. It is suitable for apartment dwellers and gardeners who live in cool regions where the number of growing days are limited. Many pepper enthusiast grow peppers in pots so they can have fresh peppers all year long. It’s best to use 5 gallon containers so the roots do not get too over-crowded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequires fertile soil in a well drained location in the garden. Apply much and grass clippings, or straw around base of plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater well with soaker hoses during dry and hot spells.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizer Requirements: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Slow Release Fertilizer when transplanting outdoors. 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They are scientifically named Cajanus cajan and are considered an heirloom variety. These seeds are a perennial plant, making them a valuable addition to any garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePigeon Pea Seeds - Jamaican Gungo - Gandules. High yields and flavorful, can be served like green peas or cowpeas. Popular in Caribbean and India for soup and rice dishes. Harvested and sold as dried peas. Plant like cowpeas. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulinary Tips \u003c\/strong\u003e: In India dried Pigeon peas are the main bean used to make the popular ingredient dal or dhal which is simply the dried, hulled and split bean. Additionally they are commonly used in African and Caribbean soups, stews and rice dishes. 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The sapodilla tree is also the source of chicle, a chewing gum component.\u003cbr\u003eFor centuries, It has been one of the most popular and most productive tropical fruit trees in the world.Besides delicious fruit, the tree produces white, gummy latex that was an original source of chewing gum (chicle). Sapodilla is a fairly slow-growing, long-lived medium-size tree, upright and elegant, dense and distinctly pyramidal, with thick glossy green leaves. The fruit has gray-brown rough textured skin and pinkish-brown, moist, soft and delicious flesh that tastes like a pear soaked in brown sugar. Sapodilla trees fruit prolifically, at frequent intervals throughout the year. \u003cbr\u003eUnlike most of tropical fruit, Sapodilla seeds remain viable for several years if kept dry. They germinate readily but growth is slow and the trees take 5 to 8 years to bear.\u003cbr\u003eHardiness\u003cbr\u003eThe sapodilla is reasonably hardy tree when full grown and can stand temperatures into the high 20's.\u003cbr\u003eGrowing Environment\u003cbr\u003eGrow in full sun. Trees are at home in both dry and wet climates and is drought tolerant.\u003cbr\u003ePropagation\u003cbr\u003eBy seeds or grafting. Seeds can remain viable for several years.\u003cbr\u003eUses\u003cbr\u003eEaten fresh, usually as a dessert fruit. 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It is also known as Florida Cranberry and Red Thai Hibiscus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis perennial is perfect for tropical and subtropical regions. It can be grown as an annual in colder areas and is heat tolerant. The entire plant, including leaves, calyces, and flowers, is edible and packed with flavor. In Burmese, it's known as 'chin baung wat,' or 'sour leaf.' It's also great for container gardening in deep pots.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCulinary Tips\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlower buds and leaves have a tangy flavor, perfect for pickling, curries, or bold and spicy dishes. Use the flowers in drinks , syrups, sauces, jellies, preserves, and chutneys. 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Jamaican Sorrel adds beauty, attracts pollinators, and provides the family with natural non-toxic medicine.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSorrel drink has many health benefits mainly it contains Vitamin C,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe calyces of the Sorrel are high in Vitamin C and flavonoids. Studies have shown that these properties have significant health benefits. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are anti-inflammatory, protecting the body from oxidative damages and helps in smooth digestion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSorrel is used to treat bacterial infections along with traditional medications, to alleviate sudden and ongoing pain and swelling (inflammation) of the nasal passages and respiratory tract, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand it is used to improve urine flow,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is also a herbal remedy to cure cancer and liver,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJamaican Sorrel drink also helps to reduce blood pressure. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy significantly reducing elevated levels of cholesterol and triglycerides, Sorrel has been shown to minimize the risk of heart disease, as it helps avoid artery-clogging. 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It is an extremely hot pepper with a range of 100,000-200,000 SHU, making it popular globally. The intense heat of this pepper has caught many off guard, causing them to exclaim \"why is Jamaican so HOT!\" while reaching for water.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hot and flavorful Jamaican pepper plant that produces over 50 pungent fruits with a unique fruity flavor. 2ft in height and bright red in color, this compact plant is a popular choice in the Caribbean for making spicy sauces.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGROWING TIPS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor successful tropical plant growth from seeds, use Organic Seed Starting Material. Avoid jiffy peat pots, plugs, or potting soil for best results. Proper temperature, moisture, and air circulation are crucial. Peppers have varying germination times, typically 1 week to 1 month. Provide warmth for germination, such as a heating mat or warm surface like a fridge. Plan and start early.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTO GROW PEPPER SEEDS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. where gloves\u003cbr\u003e2.always wash your hands even after you take you gloves off\u003cbr\u003e3.have some lime juice to dump on your hands if they are burning as its said to relieve the burning\u003cbr\u003e4.never rub any sensitive area like your eyes and so forth.\u003cbr\u003e5.before you take your gloves off besure you are completely finished at what you are doing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Gur8Ad\"\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"10181634482769598241\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoak seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vM0jzc\"\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"10181634482769599818\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePepper seeds can be soaked in water at room temperature for a maximum of 24 hours in order to speed up the germination process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSow seeds indoors \u003c\/strong\u003e¼\" deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePepper seeds come from tropical, humid regions and require proper temperature, moisture, and air circulation for optimal growth. Avoid using jiffy peat pots, plugs, or potting soil as they can cause problems with moisture levels and lead to disease and fungus. Organic Seed Starting Material is recommended for optimal germination results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Gur8Ad\"\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"10181634482769598548\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to move outside\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vM0jzc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-huuid=\"10181634482769600125\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace plants outside where they will receive wind protection and a couple hours of sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"10181634482769597606\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGradually increase the amount of sunlight over a week or two.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"10181634482769599183\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring them indoors if night temperatures drop below 55°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Hot Peppers in Containers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeppers can be grown all year long in containers. It is suitable for apartment dwellers and gardeners who live in cool regions where the number of growing days are limited. Many pepper enthusiast grow peppers in pots so they can have fresh peppers all year long. It’s best to use 5 gallon containers so the roots do not get too over-crowded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequires fertile soil in a well drained location in the garden. Apply much and grass clippings, or straw around base of plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater well with soaker hoses during dry and hot spells.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizer Requirements: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Slow Release Fertilizer when transplanting outdoors. Apply Miracle Gro every two weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vM0jzc\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvest hot peppers when they are fully mature using a garden scissor so you don't damage the plant. Pick peppers as they mature to encourage new buds to form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"Packet-30 Seeds","offer_id":28443676689,"sku":"P23013S","price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Seeds","offer_id":28443676753,"sku":"P23014S","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 Sees","offer_id":28443676817,"sku":"P23015S","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2000 Seeds","offer_id":28443676881,"sku":"P23016S","price":29.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395448074426.jpg?v=1759506111"},{"product_id":"organic-dry-dark-red-kidney-beans-4-lb-bulk-jamaican-red-peas","title":"Organic Dry Dark Red Kidney Beans,4 Lb Bulk , JAMAICAN RED PEAS","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"inkfrog_crosspromo_top\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\" rwr=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!-- Start currency convertor --\u003e\u003c!-- #curr_date#2014-06-26 03:00:02# #Version#5.0# --\u003e \u003c!-- end of currency convertor --\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 0px;\" id=\"descr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(64, 64, 64);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Lucida Grande, Geneva, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 18px;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eOrganic Dark Red Kidney Beans - 4 Lb Bulk Seeds for Food \u0026amp; Growing.\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-family: 'Lucida Grande', Geneva, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20px;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"descr\" style=\"padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Lucida Grande, Geneva, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal; line-height: 18px;\"\u003eOrganic Red Kidney Beans - Flavorful and Nutritious! Use for chili, soups, stews, salads, dips, and more. Packed with healthy fiber, potassium, protein, and various vitamins and minerals. Grown in mineral-rich, organic soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #00b050; letter-spacing: -.75pt; font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow to cook Dry kidney beans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; vertical-align: baseline; margin: 0in 0in 7.5pt .5in;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.5pt;\" georgia=\"\"\u003e1.\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 7pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.5pt;\" georgia=\"\"\u003ePour the dried kidney beans onto a large baking sheet. Sort through them and discard any dirt or debris. Transfer the beans to a colander and place under cold running water to rinse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; vertical-align: baseline; margin: 0in 0in 7.5pt .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.5pt;\" georgia=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 7pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.5pt;\" georgia=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"outline: 0px; min-height: 35px; float: left;\"\u003ePour the rinsed kidney beans into a large stockpot. Cover with 10 cups of water and soak uncovered overnight. Drain the water from the beans the next day and cover with fresh cold water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; vertical-align: baseline; margin: 0in 0in 7.5pt .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.5pt;\" georgia=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 7pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e    \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.5pt;\" georgia=\"\"\u003ePlace the stockpot on the stove over medium-high heat. Bring to a rolling boil, and then reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer the kidney beans for one hour. Remove a bean from the pot and check for doneness by biting or pinching.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0px; position: relative; font-weight: normal; font-size: 26px; font-family: Lobster; color: rgb(64, 193, 217); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\" class=\"post-title entry-title\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eJamaican Rice \u0026amp; Peas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 1.6; margin: 0px 0px 1em; color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\" class=\"post-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"post-header-line-1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 686px; position: relative; line-height: 22px; color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\" id=\"post-body-2024159958659829307\" class=\"post-body entry-content\" itemprop=\"description articleBody\"\u003e\n\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(64, 193, 217); clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\" href=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-iFPB7I_MzgU\/UgGZjH0wYEI\/AAAAAAAABAk\/hVjGU0zPGKc\/s640\/blogger-image-947762116.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(255, 255, 255); position: relative; padding: 8px; background-color: rgb(238, 238, 238); -webkit-box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2) 0px 0px 0px; box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2) 0px 0px 0px; border-top-left-radius: 0px; border-top-right-radius: 0px; border-bottom-right-radius: 0px; border-bottom-left-radius: 0px; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial;\" width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-iFPB7I_MzgU\/UgGZjH0wYEI\/AAAAAAAABAk\/hVjGU0zPGKc\/s400\/blogger-image-947762116.jpg\" height=\"400\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\" rwr=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e- 2 1\/2 cups brown rice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e- 1 cup Cooked kidney beans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e- 1 can coconut milk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e- 1-2 cups chicken stock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e- 2 teaspoons dried thyme\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e- 1 onion, chopped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e- 4 cloves garlic, chopped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e- 1 scotch bonnet pepper, whole\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e- 1\/2 tablespoon olive oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e- salt \u0026amp; pepper to taste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eMethod:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e- heat up the olive oil in a pan over medium heat and saute the onions for a couple minutes, then add the garlic for another minute or two\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e- pour the rice, beans, coconut milk, chicken stock, in to a pot over high heat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e- bring pot to a boil then add in the onion, garlic and scotch bonnet pepper whole (do not cut! keep it whole, it doesn't give off any heat, just flavour!)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(95, 95, 95); font-family: Cantarell; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e- cook rice according to directions on the package and serve!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name: \u003c\/strong\u003ePhaseolus vulgaris\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Duration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Days to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 95\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seeds Per Oz: \u003c\/strong\u003e100\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18� to 24�\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Spacing: \u003c\/strong\u003e3 in to 6 in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #006535; font-family: Arial Black;\"\u003eVegetable Planting\u003c\/span\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eDirect sow outside after danger of last frost. Plant about 4� apart and 1� below soil surface. Rows should be spaced at 24�-30� apart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #002cfd; font-family: Arial Black; font-size: large;\"\u003eItal Stew With Rice !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 0px; margin: 15px 0px 10px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;\" class=\"ERSSummary\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/_zq9unldlq8U\/TUy84J6m3dI\/AAAAAAAAEfA\/7toxlNcGXTs\/s640\/02+03+11+dinner+soup+-+reduced.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family: 'Open Sans', Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1em; padding: 0px; font-size: 2em;\" id=\"healthbenefits\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0097ce;\"\u003eHealth Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: Lato, 'Open Sans', Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eKidney beans are a very good source of cholesterol-lowering fiber, as are most other beans. In addition to lowering cholesterol, kidney beans' high fiber content prevents blood sugar levels from rising too rapidly after a meal, making these beans an especially good choice for individuals with diabetes, insulin resistance or hypoglycemia. When combined with whole grains such as rice, kidney beans provide virtually fat-free high quality protein. But this is far from all kidney beans have to offer. Kidney beans are an excellent source of the trace mineral, molybdenum, an integral component of the enzyme sulfite oxidase, which is responsible for detoxifying sulfites. Just one cup of cooked kidney beans supplies 177.0% of the daily value for molybdenum. Sulfites are a type of preservative commonly added to prepared foods like delicatessen salads and salad bars. Persons who are sensitive to sulfites in these foods may experience rapid heartbeat, headache or disorientation if sulfites are unwittingly consumed. If you have ever reacted to sulfites, it may be because your molybdenum stores are insufficient to detoxify them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: 'Open Sans', Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1em; padding: 0px; font-size: 1.5em;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #006535;\"\u003eA Fiber All Star\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: Lato, 'Open Sans', Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eCheck a chart of the fiber content in foods and you'll see legumes leading the pack. Kidney beans, like other beans, are rich in soluble and insoluble fiber. A cup of cooked kidney beans provides 45.3% of the recommended daily intake for fiber. Soluble fiber forms a gel-like substance in the digestive tract that binds with bile (which contains cholesterol)and ferries it out of the body. Research studies have shown that insoluble fiber not only helps to increase stool bulk and prevent constipation, but also helps prevent digestive disorders like irritable bowel syndrome and diverticulosis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: 'Open Sans', Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1em; padding: 0px; font-size: 1.5em;\"\u003eLower Your Heart Attack Risk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: Lato, 'Open Sans', Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eIn a study that examined food intake patterns and risk of death from coronary heart disease, researchers followed more than 16,000 middle-aged men in the U.S., Finland, The Netherlands, Italy, former Yugoslavia, Greece and Japan for 25 years. Typical food patterns were: higher consumption of dairy products in Northern Europe; higher consumption of meat in the U.S.; higher consumption of vegetables, legumes, fish, and wine in Southern Europe; and higher consumption of cereals, soy products, and fish in Japan. When researchers analyzed this data in relation to the risk of death from heart disease, they found that higher legume consumption was associated with a whopping 82% reduction in risk!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Lato, 'Open Sans', Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17px;\" class=\"normcontent\"\u003eA study published in the \u003ci\u003eArchives of Internal Medicine\u003c\/i\u003e confirms that eating high fiber foods, such as kidney beans, helps prevent heart disease. Almost 10,000 American adults participated in this study and were followed for 19 years. People eating the most fiber, 21 grams per day, had 12% less coronary heart disease (CHD) and 11% less cardiovascular disease (CVD) compared to those eating the least, 5 grams daily. Those eating the most water-soluble dietary fiber fared even better with a 15% reduction in risk of CHD and a 10% risk reduction in CVD.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: Lato, 'Open Sans', Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eKidney beans' contribution to heart health lies not just in their fiber, but in the significant amounts of\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.whfoods.com\/genpage.php?tname=nutrient\u0026amp;dbid=63\"\u003efolate\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.whfoods.com\/genpage.php?tname=nutrient\u0026amp;dbid=75\"\u003emagnesium\u003c\/a\u003e these beans supply. Folate helps lower levels of homocysteine, an amino acid that is an intermediate product in an important metabolic process called the methylation cycle. Elevated blood levels of homocysteine are an independent risk factor for heart attack, stroke, or peripheral vascular disease, and are found in between 20-40% of patients with heart disease. It has been estimated that consumption of 100% of the daily value (DV) of folate would, by itself, reduce the number of heart attacks suffered by Americans each year by 10%. Just one cup of cooked kidney beans provides more than half (57.3%) of the recommended daily intake for folate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: Lato, 'Open Sans', Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eKidney beans' good supply of magnesium puts yet another plus in the column of its beneficial cardiovascular effects. Magnesium is Nature's own calcium channel blocker. When there is enough magnesium around, veins and arteries breathe a sigh of relief and relax, which lessens resistance and improves the flow of blood, oxygen and nutrients throughout the body. Studies show that a deficiency of magnesium is not only associated with heart attack but that immediately following a heart attack, lack of sufficient magnesium promotes free radical injury to the heart. Want to literally keep your heart happy? Eat kidney beans—a one cup serving provides 19.9% of your daily needs for magnesium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: 'Open Sans', Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1em; padding: 0px; font-size: 1.5em;\"\u003eKidney Beans Give You Energy to Burn While Stabilizing Blood Sugar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: Lato, 'Open Sans', Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eIn addition to its beneficial effects on the digestive system and the heart, soluble fiber helps stabilize blood sugar levels. If you have insulin resistance, hypoglycemia or diabetes, kidney beans can really help you balance blood sugar levels while providing steady, slow-burning energy. Studies of high fiber diets and blood sugar levels have shown the dramatic benefits provided by these high fiber foods. Researchers compared two groups of people with type 2 diabetes who were fed different amounts of high fiber foods. One group ate the standard American Diabetic diet, which contained 24 grams of fiber\/day, while the other group ate a diet containing 50 grams of fiber\/day. Those who ate the diet higher in fiber had lower levels of both plasma glucose (blood sugar) and insulin (the hormone that helps blood sugar get into cells). The high fiber group also reduced their total cholesterol by nearly 7%, their triglyceride levels by 10.2% and their VLDL (Very Low Density Lipoprotein—the most dangerous form of cholesterol) levels by 12.5%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: 'Open Sans', Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1em; padding: 0px; font-size: 1.5em;\"\u003eIron for Energy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: Lato, 'Open Sans', Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eIn addition to providing slow burning complex carbohydrates, kidney beans can increase your energy by helping to replenish your iron stores. Particularly for menstruating women, who are more at risk for iron deficiency, boosting iron stores with kidney beans is a good idea—especially because, unlike red meat, another source of iron, kidney beans are low in calories and virtually fat-free. Iron is an integral component of hemoglobin, which transports oxygen from the lungs to all body cells, and is also part of key enzyme systems for energy production and metabolism. And remember: If you're pregnant or lactating, your needs for iron increase. Growing children and adolescents also have increased needs for iron. A one cup serving of kidney beans provides 28.9% of the daily recommended intake for \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.whfoods.com\/genpage.php?tname=nutrient\u0026amp;dbid=70\"\u003eiron\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: Lato, 'Open Sans', Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eMaintain Your Memory with Thiamin (Vitamin B1) \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.whfoods.com\/genpage.php?tname=nutrient\u0026amp;dbid=100\"\u003eThiamin\u003c\/a\u003e participates in enzymatic reactions central to energy production and is also critical for brain cell\/cognitive function. This is because thiamin is needed for the synthesis of \u003ci\u003eacetylcholine\u003c\/i\u003e, the important neurotransmitter essential for memory and whose lack has been found to be a significant contributing factor in age-related impairment in mental function (senility) and Alzheimer's disease. Alzheimer's disease is clinically characterized by a decrease in acetylcholine levels. Don't forget to make kidney beans a staple in your healthy diet: a one cup serving of cooked kidney beans provides 18.7% of the daily value for thiamin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: 'Open Sans', Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1em; padding: 0px; font-size: 1.5em;\"\u003eManganese for Energy Production and Antioxidant Defense\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: Lato, 'Open Sans', Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17px;\"\u003eKidney beans are a good source of the trace mineral \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.whfoods.com\/genpage.php?tname=nutrient\u0026amp;dbid=77\"\u003emanganese\u003c\/a\u003e which is an essential cofactor in a number of enzymes important in energy production and antioxidant defenses. For example, the key oxidative enzyme superoxide dismutase, which disarms free radicals produced within the mitochondria (the energy production factories within our cells), requires manganese. Just one cup of kidney beans supplies 38% of the DV for this very important trace mineral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\" rwr=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!-- Begin inkFrog Gallery --\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"inkfrog_crosspromo_bottom\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28570045585,"sku":"P23464S","price":29.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395535204538.jpg?v=1759506426"},{"product_id":"pigeon-pea-live-plant-jamaican-gungo-peas-cajanus-cajun-1","title":"PIGEON PEA- LIVE PLANT -Jamaican Gungo peas , Cajanus Cajun","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePigeon Pea — Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCajanus cajan\u003c\/em\u003e | Also known as Gungo Peas, Gandules, Congo Peas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most culturally significant legumes in the Caribbean, Africa, and South Asia — Pigeon Pea has fed communities for over 3,500 years. Hardy, drought-tolerant, and incredibly productive, this perennial shrub earns its place in any tropical or warm-climate garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Pigeon Pea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eNitrogen-fixing\u003c\/strong\u003e — naturally improves soil fertility, benefiting neighboring crops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e☀️ \u003cstrong\u003eDrought-tolerant\u003c\/strong\u003e — thrives with minimal water once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eGrows in all soil types\u003c\/strong\u003e — including poor, marginal soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🫘 \u003cstrong\u003eHigh-protein harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e — eaten fresh as a green vegetable or dried for lentils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌳 \u003cstrong\u003ePerennial in warm climates\u003c\/strong\u003e — grows as a productive 4–5 ft shrub year after year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐔 \u003cstrong\u003eDual-purpose\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent as chicken feed and intercrop companion with corn, cotton, and pulses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIn the Kitchen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePigeon peas have a pungent, slightly sweet flavor with a mealy texture. They're the heart of classic Caribbean rice and peas dishes, slow-cooked stews, and dal-style preparations. 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Without certain ingredients in the spice and the meat being cooked a certain way you cannot truly call it a jerk. 12 fl oz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan size=\"4\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\" rwr=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\" rwr=\"1\"\u003e \u003c!-- Start currency convertor --\u003e\u003c!-- #curr_date#2014-06-26 03:10:02# #Version#5.0# --\u003e \u003c!-- end of currency convertor --\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAbout the Jamaican Jerk Seasoning, spice or marinade\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJerk is not just a spice but a method of cooking. Without certain ingredients in the spice and the meat being cooked a certain way you cannot truly call it a jerk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter seasoning or marinating the meat it is usually cooked over pit or fireplace. Pimento wood is placed over the hot coals and the meat is placed directly on top of the wood. To steam the meat so it is juicy you can place some pimeto branches on top of the meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wood and branches must be green so they can hold the moisture and wont catch fire. After the meat is steamed then the branches are removed and the meat continues to cook until it gets a nice brown color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe method for cooking the meat over the pit is now only done in a few places still and a grill replaces the pit; but adding a few wood chips help to give that smoky flavour. The spice has not changed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; margin: 0in 0in 12pt; line-height: 15.75pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\" style=\"color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" size=\"4\" style=\"font-family: Verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003eThis Jamaican Jerk seasoning mixes sweet tropical spices and savory herbs with a wonderful, peppery heat. 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This seasoning works great with chicken, shrimp, ribs, pork or lamb.\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; background-color: white;\"\u003eJerk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; background-color: white;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; background-color: white;\"\u003eis the process of spicing and grilling meats, poultry, and even vegetables, although the most popular are\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; background-color: white;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003ejerk pork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; background-color: white;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; background-color: white;\"\u003eand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ejerk chicken\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e. The resulting food yields a spicy-sweet flavor and a tender texture.\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; background-color: white;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; background-color: white;\"\u003eJerk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; background-color: white;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; background-color: white;\"\u003eis also used as a noun when describing the dry or wet seasoning mix used to\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; background-color: white;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; background-color: white;\"\u003ejerk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; background-color: white;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; background-color: white;\"\u003ea particular food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; line-height: 1.428571em; font-size: 1em; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, 'Droid Sans', sans-serif;\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"393\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody style=\"line-height: 1.428571em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"line-height: 1.428571em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"line-height: 1.428571em; padding: 0.2em 2em 0.2em 0px;\" height=\"450\" valign=\"top\" width=\"393\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0.0001pt; padding: 0px; border: 0px; line-height: 21px; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"line-height: 1.428571em;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.428571em;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eJerk Pork Recipe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0.0001pt; padding: 0px; border: 0px; line-height: 21px; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.428571em;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e5 lb. pork            \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0.0001pt; padding: 0px; border: 0px; line-height: 21px; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"line-height: 1.428571em;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.428571em;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eSeasoning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.428571em;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e                          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0.0001pt; padding: 0px; border: 0px; line-height: 21px; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.428571em;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e1 onion                                                \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0.0001pt; padding: 0px; border: 0px; line-height: 21px; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.428571em;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e1 cup escallion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0.0001pt; padding: 0px; border: 0px; line-height: 21px; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.428571em;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e5 cloves garlic                                    \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0.0001pt; padding: 0px; border: 0px; line-height: 21px; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.428571em;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e2 tsp. fresh thyme                          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0.0001pt; padding: 0px; border: 0px; line-height: 21px; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.428571em;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e1 Scotch bonnet (deseeded)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0.0001pt; padding: 0px; border: 0px; line-height: 21px; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"line-height: 1.428571em;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.428571em;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eJerk Marinade-1\/2 cup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0.0001pt; padding: 0px; border: 0px; line-height: 21px; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.428571em; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eRub in seasoning on pork. Leave for ½ an hour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0.0001pt; padding: 0px; border: 0px; line-height: 1.428571em; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.428571em;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eRub in jerk marinade and leave to marinate for at least 5 hours (overnight is better).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0.0001pt; padding: 0px; border: 0px; line-height: 1.428571em; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.428571em;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ePrepare grill, and barbeque pork, until cooked, or put in hot oven 400 degrees F for about 20 minutes. lower oven temperature to 275 degrees F and allow to cook slowly until done.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0.0001pt; padding: 0px; border: 0px; line-height: 1.428571em; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.428571em;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eChop into small pieces when ready to serve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0.0001pt; padding: 0px; border: 0px; line-height: 1.428571em; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold; font-size: 18pt; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 0.0001pt; padding: 0px; border: 0px; line-height: 1.428571em; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold; font-size: 18pt; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;\"\u003eHistory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"\u003e Jerk pork is believed to have been conceived when the Maroons introduced African meat cooking techniques to Jamaica which were combined with native Jamaican ingredients and seasonings used by the Arawak. The method of smoking meat for a long period of time served two practical purposes, keeping insects away from the raw meat and preserving it for longer once it has been cooked. This process also introduces a strong smoky flavour to the meat.There are two commonly held theories regarding how the name \"Jerk\" came to be used. One is that it originates from the Spanish word \"Charqui\", used to describe dried meat. Over time this term evolved from \"Charqui\" to \"Jerky\" to \"Jerk\". Another theory is that the name derives from the practice of jerking (poking) holes in the meat to fill with spices prior to cooking. Nowadays, the word \"Jerk\" is used as a noun to describe the seasoning applied to jerked food and as a verb to describe the process of cooking used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 id=\"ds_div\"\u003e\n\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: Guardian-EgypTT-Text, arial; font-size: 14px; line-height: 25px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; font-family: Guardian-EgypTT-Text, arial; font-size: 14px; line-height: 25px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c!-- Begin inkFrog Gallery --\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"inkfrog_crosspromo_bottom\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- End inkFrog Gallery --\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003eSelect your desired size and color from the available option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28570151569,"sku":"P23529S","price":14.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395460034746.jpg?v=1759506491"},{"product_id":"jamaican-sorrel-cut-sifted-dried-herb","title":"Jamaican Sorrel - Cut \u0026 Sifted, DRIED HERB","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" version=\"1.0\" id=\"flashContent\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv version=\"1.0\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Hibiscus sabdariffa) This tangy vegetable grows up to 1 foot tall and has edible lobed leaves. The stems are reddish. This vegetable is often prepared as a pickle or with chicken or mutton. Popular in the Indian states of Andhra Pradesh and Orissa (called Nalite saga in Oriya, Belchanda' among Nepalese, Tengamora among Assamese). In Thai it is know as KraJiabDaeng , som phor dee in Lao, Chaye-Torosh in Farsi, karkade in Arabic, Rosela in Indonesia, asam belanda in Malaysia. Another important edible part is the fleshy sepal (calyx), which is intense red and tastes acidic. Sometimes used as a cranberry substitute it is used to make jelly and juice. The leaves and young stems are eaten raw in salads or cooked as a vegetable. It is also known to be a mild laxative and mild diuretic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- end of currency convertor --\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"inkfrog_crosspromo_top\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eJamaican Sorrel is a little known plant that originated in tropical West Africa. It is use as a Festive Christmas drink in Jamaica and the West Indies and many other countries. The red sepals and calyx from the harvest are dried and then stored for making cordials and punches as well as jams and teas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eOrganic Hibiscus Tea is made from the deep crimson flowers of the Hibiscus sabdariffa tree and is often referred to as Roselle. These flowers are rich in nutrients including flavonoids, minerals, and vitamin C. Consuming hibiscus tea has been shown to aid in lowering high blood pressure and reducing cholesterol. Lowering high blood and cholesterol reduces the risk of heart attack, stroke and kidney failure. Drinking hibiscus tea has also been found to be beneficial for people with kidney problems as it acts as a natural diuretic. Our hibiscus tea has a fruity yet tangy-tart flavor similar to cranberry and can be savored hot or chilled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e(Jamaican hibiscus flower beverage)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eSorrel punch is a traditional Christmas beverage in the Caribbean. Dried hibiscus flowers , known as sorrel in Jamaica and not to be confused with the pungent green can be found in most Caribbean or Latin markets. In Latin markets hibiscus flowers are known as jamaica, and so is the beverage. In West Africa the flowers are known as roselle or bissap and in Nigeria the drink is called zobo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eMakes about 1 1\/2 quarts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eINGREDIENTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eDried hibiscus flowers (sorrel) -- 2 cups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eGingerroot, minced -- 1\/4 cup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eBoiling water -- 8 cups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eSugar -- 1 to 1 1\/4 cups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eMETHOD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003ePlace hibiscus flowers and ginger in a large bowl and pour in the boiling water. Cover and let steep for several hours at room temperature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eStrain into a large pitcher and stir in sugar to taste. Serve well chilled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eSORREL PUNCH VARIATIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eAdd a few allspice berries or a stick of cinnamon the the steeping hibiscus and ginger if you like.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eUse only 4 cups boiling water to steep. Add 4 cups of seltzer water after straining and chilling for a bubbly beverage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 25px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eMix with a shot of rum and a garnish of lime for a nice cocktail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Begin inkFrog Gallery --\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"inkfrog_crosspromo_bottom\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- End inkFrog Gallery --\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"1 OZ PACK","offer_id":42243032711354,"sku":"P23533S","price":3.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 LB","offer_id":42243032744122,"sku":"P23533S-2","price":5.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 LB","offer_id":42243032776890,"sku":"P23533S-3","price":10.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395447976122.jpg?v=1759506505"},{"product_id":"jamaican-bissy-cola-nut-grated-cola-kola-nut-or-bizzy-nut","title":"JAMAICAN BISSY (COLA NUT) Grated","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Jamaican Bizzy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eJamaican bizzy\u003cem\u003e(same as bissy)\u003c\/em\u003e, otherwise known as Cola\/kola nut or bizzy nut, is the seed pod that grows on the relatively small kola nut tree. The lowland forest tree can only thrive in hot humid climate such as is this case, on the island of Jamaica. The Jamaican bizzy is highly heralded on the island for its believed medicinal properties. The nut contains a small percentage of caffeine among other chemicals such as starch, glucose, sucrose and bromine. The bizzy tree has origins on the African continent and many of its uses in Jamaica were adopted from West African cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use Jamaican Bizzy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e The benefits of Jamaican bizzy are generally harvested by using the nut to make a Jamaican style \u003cstrong\u003eBizzy\u003c\/strong\u003e tea. The nut is washed then grated and allowed to boil in a clean container for a few minutes. The tea is then sweetened using honey or sugar; there are some, mainly the young, who even enjoy their bizzy with sweetened condensed milk. A popular recipe for bizzy by , ‘ole time’ Jamaican people is to mix the grated bizzy with grated ginger and add them to a container of white rum as a cure for upset stomach. The cola nut is also chewed by some and it is believed that by chewing the nut it may improve vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHealth Benefits of Jamaican Bizzy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Jamaican bizzy tea is used to remedy a number of ailments to the body. Bizzy is popularly used on the island as a way to combat belly aches, colic, nausea, vomiting, indigestion and upset stomach. It is also said in Jamaican culture that chewing bizzy is a cure for alcohol poisoning. Bizzy is also used to “calm the nerves” and reduce fatigue and hunger as the caffeine present serves as an anti-depressant and stimulant to the body. The bizzy nut is also used to reduce menstrual cramps and remedy illnesses such as jaundice, gout, diabetes and rheumatism. Although there is no thorough scientific research to support all these claims, Jamaican bush doctors will swear by the healing powers and health benefits of the Jamaican bizzy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003eNOTE\u003c\/span\u003e: We highly recommend that before using any herbal medications you should consult your health care provider or medical doctor for professional advice.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisclaimer: All herbs and spices listed  on our webite or sold for medical and household use only, again we advice that before using any HERBS for medical purposes, please consult your physician.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":28573053585,"sku":"P23544S","price":2.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 ozs","offer_id":28573785105,"sku":"P23545S","price":5.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":28573785169,"sku":"P23546S","price":12.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395444273338.jpg?v=1759506511"},{"product_id":"jamaican-scotch-bonnet-live-plant-1","title":"Jamaican Scotch Bonnet - Live Plant","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"description-text\"\u003eAuthentic Jamaican Scotch Bonnet Pepper, Capsicum chinense -TFM means \"true form\"\u003cbr\u003e\"Large and very well flavored Bonnets, growing on strong plants.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJamaican, Scotch Bonnet Pepper, Live Plant, ,Capsicum chinense, hot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE SEEDS ARE FROM MY NATIVE ISLAND OF JAMAICA ! \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a real Scotch Bonnet “NOT” Yellow or Orange Habanero that others try and pass off as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eScotch Bonnet.\u003cbr\u003eJamaica is almost as famous for its fiery Scotch bonnet peppers (which are rated as hotter than most habaneros) as it is for Reggae music and sports. Rarely will you find a Jamaican cooking without some of this pepper. Most often used on jerk chicken or pork, peppered shrimp, peppered steak and patties (a meat-filled pie), Scotch bonnet is the pepper of choice among Caribbean nationals. But for most visitors, especially those unfamiliar with this pungent Chile, the strength of the Scotch bonnet is a shock.\u003cbr\u003eScotch Bonnet Pepper is widely used to season many different dishes and cuisines by Jamaican Chefs and households. Scotch bonnet peppers give Jerk Pork, Jerk Chicken and Jerk Fish their unique flavor.\u003cbr\u003eJamaican delicacies like curried goat, stews, soups, rice and peas and other everyday meals such as patties (a meat filled pie) and peppered shrimp: are all enhanced by the incredible flavor of Scotch bonnet peppers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Is Real Jamaican SCOTCH BONNET\u003c\/strong\u003e \"\" Pepper Seeds, FROM MY GARDEN! I have Been Growing Scotch Bonnet Pepper For more than 25 years, Back home in Jamaican my Father is one of the largest pepper grower. The seeds that i grow was past down from generation to generation- HEIRLOOM !\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMORE DETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Scotch bonnet's history has been traced to Central and South America; however, there is no concrete proof as to where the chile pepper was first cultivated. Although frequently confused with the habanero, the Scotch bonnet or Jamaican Hot is definitely not the same as its stout cousin. So how do you know a Scotch bonnet pepper?\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe mature pepper measures between 1 1\/2 and 2 inches in diameter. The color of the immature pepper is green, but the mature Scotch bonnet has an attractive range of colors: bright yellow, orange or red. One of the defining features of this type of pepper is its sweet aroma and unique flavor. In fact, the Scotch bonnet was the first Caribbean hot pepper to be known by a specific name in the export market.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePeppers were traditionally used as a preservative for meat before refrigeration. This led to the creation of \"Jerk Pork\" in Boston Bay, Jamaica and eventually spread to other meats and dishes throughout the country.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eRipe Jamaican Scotch Bonnet Peppers are yellow, shaped like Scottish men's hats, known as \"Cup and Saucer.\" Other peppers in Jamaica are different shapes and colors, but they must match the correct shape and color to be considered Scotch Bonnet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt Planting Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe plant all of our peppers with a good shovel full of compost in the planting hole, and then give them a good dose of compost tea every few weeks for the first 6 weeks of growth. We also mulch around each of our pepper plants with a good 1 to 2″ thick layer of compost.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Hot Peppers in Containers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeppers can be grown all year long in containers. It is suitable for apartment dwellers and gardeners who live in cool regions where the number of growing days are limited. Many pepper enthusiast grow peppers in pots so they can have fresh peppers all year long. It’s best to use 5 gallon containers so the roots do not get too over-crowded\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"listing-manufacturers\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"1 plant","offer_id":36601763473,"sku":"P23806S","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 plants","offer_id":36601763537,"sku":"P23807S","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 Plants","offer_id":21738517332051,"sku":"P23809S","price":47.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395448729786.jpg?v=1759506734"},{"product_id":"jamaican-callaloo-live-plants-green-amaranth","title":"Jamaican Callaloo - Live Plants - Green Amaranth","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esummer spinach - alternatives during the hottest parts of summer.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCallaloo is a popular Caribbean dish made from different leafy plants depending on local custom. In Jamaica and in Guyana the preferred leaf is from the amaranth. The association between the dish and amaranth is so strong that the plant itself is often called “callaloo”. The young leaves are sweet and slightly tangy to the taste and are used like spinach in soups, salads and in meat and fish dishes. Very easy to grow. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJAMAICAN CALLALOO Also known as\u003c\/strong\u003e Amaranthus cruentus or \"edible leaf amaranth,\" callaloo grows as an annual in the U.S. and is harvested for its leaves and seeds. callaloo is grown extensively in the West Indies, and is popularly used in soups and stews. High in iron, calcium, magnesium, vitamins A and C, as well as protein The Jamaican callaloo is a dark green leaf vegetable that is native to South America. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Callaloo is part of the amaranth family. Callaloo is very nutritious particularly potent in irion, vitamin C, flavonoids, calcium, vitamin A, flavonoids and other phytochemicals. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis vegetable taste a bit like spinach and could be used as a substitute. can be used in any recipe calling for spinach or greens, however an abundance of traditional callaloo recipes can be found online.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Grows well on most soil,Requires full sun and moist soil during germination (10-14 days, usually less during 70°+ weather). Afterwards keep watered to 1\" in depth at all times. 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Its botanical name is Petiveria alliacea. In Jamaica, it has several names - Petiveria alliacea, guinea hen leaf, garlic weed or gully root.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCentral, South America , Africa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnamu has a long history of use in herbal medicine in all the countries where it grows. Herbalists and natural health practitioners have traditionally used anamu for a wide variety of conditions including arthritis, digestive disorders, infections, diabetes, cancer and pain relief .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver the past quarter of a century, however, modern scientific research has studied anamu intensively and many biologically active compounds have been discovered in the plant: flavanoids, triterpenes, steroids, and sulfur compounds. The research published on anamu now validates many of the historical uses of this herb.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterestingly, the researchers found that of the 20 compounds isolated from the plant - several of which had never been identified in nature before - some were similar to compounds found in garlic, a plant known to have medicinal properties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003eSelect your desired size and color from the available option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"1\/4 oz BAG","offer_id":31191304634451,"sku":"P23890S","price":2.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":21243482996819,"sku":"P23891S","price":3.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4lb","offer_id":36838049937,"sku":"P23892S","price":10.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":36838050065,"sku":"P23893S","price":27.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395449254074.jpg?v=1759506800"},{"product_id":"jamaican-yellow-scotch-bonnet-pepper-fresh-pods-caribbean-product","title":"Jamaican Yellow Scotch Bonnet Pepper (Fresh Pods) CARIBBEAN PRODUCT","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6aa84f;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach order freshly pick from plant - Ship SEPT\/OCT ONLY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Jamaican Scotch Bonnet Pepper Pods - \u003c\/strong\u003eTFM means \"\"true form\"\" \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca title=\"SHIPPING NOW\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caribbeangardenseed.com\/collections\/fresh-pods\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHOP MORE FRESH PEPPER PODS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapsicum chinense, very hot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a real Scotch Bonnet “NOT” Yellow or Orange Habanero that others try and pass off as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScotch Bonnet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJamaica is almost as famous for its fiery Scotch bonnet peppers (which are rated as hotter than most habaneros) as it is for Reggae music and sports. Rarely will you find a Jamaican cooking without some of this pepper. Most often used on jerk chicken or pork, peppered shrimp, peppered steak and patties (a meat-filled pie), Scotch bonnet is the pepper of choice among Caribbean nationals. But for most visitors, especially those unfamiliar with this pungent chile, the strength of the Scotch bonnet is a shock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScotch Bonnet Pepper is widely used to season many different dishes and cuisines by Jamaican Chefs and households. Scotch bonnet peppers give Jerk Pork, Jerk Chicken and Jerk Fish their unique flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJamaican delicacies like curried goat, stews, soups, rice and peas and other everyday meals such as patties (a meat filled pie) and peppered shrimp: are all enhanced by the incredible flavor of Scotch bonnet peppers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Caribbeangardenseed","offers":[{"title":"1\/4 lb","offer_id":1470736007195,"sku":"P14314S1","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":1470776705051,"sku":"P14315S1","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4 lbs","offer_id":1470776770587,"sku":"P14316S4","price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395448205498.jpg?v=1759506822"},{"product_id":"fresh-chayote-squash-jamaican-cho-cho","title":"fresh Chayote squash, JAMAICAN cho-cho,","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChayote (pronounced \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003echahy-oh-tee\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a light green, pear-shaped fruit with a single, large pit and edible flesh and skin. 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Chayote is a popular ingredient in Central American cuisine, as well as in food prepared in the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-ordinal=\"1\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-component=\"link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thespruceeats.com\/southern-food-4162667\"\u003esouthern United States\u003c\/a\u003e, usually in Caribbean , Asian, And Latin American cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block\" id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"comp mntl-block\" id=\"mntl-block_6-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-height=\"601\" class=\"comp billboard2-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky--sc scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard-sticky scads-stick-in-parent scads-ad-placed\" id=\"billboard2-sticky-dynamic_1-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spacer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ad-height=\"250\" data-ad-width=\"300\" class=\"comp billboard2-dynamic mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic\" id=\"billboard2-dynamic_1-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-google-query-id=\"CM2EwJ2D9d8CFUmEaQod16UDNw\" data-targeting=\"null\" data-rtb=\"true\" data-sizes='[[300, 250], [300, 251], [300, 600], [300, 601], [2, 1], \"fluid\"]' data-priority=\"3\" data-pos=\"btf1\" data-type=\"billboard\" class=\"wrapper\" id=\"billboard2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/479\/thespruceeats\/spreats_culinary-glossary\/billboard2_0__container__\"\u003eAlso known as pear squash, mirlitons, cho-cho, chouchoute, cidra, tayota, or choko, depending on where in Central America you travel, chayote is used for a variety of purposes including cooking and eating them raw as a light snack.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block\" id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"comp mntl-block\" id=\"mntl-block_7-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"comp native-placeholder mntl-block\" id=\"native-placeholder_2-0\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"comp native mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit scads-to-load gpt dynamic scads-ad-placed\" id=\"native_2-0\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-7\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChayote has a high water and fiber content and is relatively low in natural sugars, making them fairly low in calories compared to other fruit. 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It is available year-round and can be delivered to your doorstep.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA Brief Overview of Yellow Yam's History\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYellow Yams have a rich history, originating in Africa and Asia before being brought to the Caribbean by enslaved people. The word \"Yams\" comes from the African term \"Nyami,\" meaning to eat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eJamaican Yellow Yam, or simply Yellow Yam, is a nutrient-rich tropical vegetable that adds a creamy texture and mild sweetness to Caribbean dishes. Packed with vitamins and minerals like vitamin C and potassium, this versatile root can be roasted, boiled, mashed, or used in soups and stews for a delicious and healthy addition to your meals. 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They thrive in the heat of the year and produce masses of tiny red peppers with a lot of heat and excellent flavor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWe plant all of our peppers with a good shovel full of compost in the planting hole, and then give them a good dose of compost tea every few weeks for the first 6 weeks of growth. We also mulch around each of our pepper plants with a good 1 to 2″ thick layer of compost.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Hot Peppers in Containers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeppers can be grown all year long in containers. It is suitable for apartment dwellers and gardeners who live in cool regions where the number of growing days are limited. Many pepper enthusiast grow peppers in pots so they can have fresh peppers all year long. 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Plant tubers in pots in March for early sprouting. Transplant to ground beds outdoors or to larger containers when the night temperatures are 60 degrees F. or above. Performance is very poor in cold, moist soils. Caladiums should be planted outdoors around May 15. Rot often occurs in cold, wet soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaladiums should be planted in a partially shaded area, but most are capable of growing in full sun. Caladiums grown in full sun will require more water and will have a bit shorter life span due to the harsher growing conditions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater moderately when first planted. A soil that retains some moisture, but does not allow the bulbs to have wet feet is ideal. Caladiums will let you know when they need watering once they are up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizer should be used sparingly. 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It is normally found in Jamaica’s woodlands and is commonly used by locals, primarily Rastafarians, as a natural way to clean the teeth. The Jamaican Chew Stick grows as a climbing vine in rows of closely spaced shrubs and trees and it also features a woody stem. The herb is known to contain antibacterial and anticariogenic properties, which means it contributes well to overall dental health by replenishing needed minerals to the teeth and fights against the acid that causes tooth decay.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use Jamaican Chew Stick?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJamaican Chew Stick is primarily used to clean the teeth. To do so, a piece of the vine must first be severed; the bark must then be properly peeled. After peeling off the bark you can then proceed to chew on the tip of the herb but be aware that it might take some time to get used to the slightly bitter taste of the chew stick. You will also notice that the tip will become frothy and exude foam but do not be alarmed as this foamy substance will do wonders for the teeth and mouth. Jamaican Chew Stick is also at times used as an ingredient in the making of Jamaican style ginger beer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealth Benefits of Jamaican Chew Stick\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs stated above, Jamaican Chew Stick features antibacterial and anticariogenic properties and it is a good local remedy for toothaches and for preventing tooth decay. The vine is also a good natural way to clean and whiten teeth along with staving off plaque and tartar build-up in the mouth due to the fact that the foam that is emitted from the tip of the peeled vine when chewed works in almost the same way that toothpaste and dental floss do. 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Used in various cuisines, it adds a versatile touch to desserts, side dishes, main courses, and hot drinks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey ingredient in Caribbean and Middle Eastern cuisine; used in jerk seasoning, moles, pickling, sausages, and curries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllspice, also known as pimenta or Jamaica pimenta, is a dried fruit used as a spice. It comes from the Pimenta dioica tree and is grown in warm regions worldwide. The name \"allspice\" originated in 1621 from the English, who believed it tasted like a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllspice is widely used in the US and Great Britain, appearing in desserts, chili, cakes, and more. Even commercial sausage makers in Germany use it in large amounts. 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Underneath the misshapen, bumpy, red-brown skin is a white flesh that when cooked reveals a light, sweet, nutty flavor and a fluffy texture. Because oxidation will discolor the exposed flesh, try to cook it right away; otherwise, submerge the pieces in cold water until you're ready to cook them. Although mashed boniato is probably the most popular way of serving the vegetable, you can also prepare it as you would any other tuber: boiled, fried, sautéed, or boiled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sweet potatoes grown in Jamaica are not orange, but red-skinned and white or yellowish inside. Their texture is more starchy and dry than orange sweet potatoes (also called yams in the US), which makes them a great addition to Jamaican soups, and more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Jamaica, sweet potatoes are  eaten boiled, roasted, or as the star ingredient in a Sweet Potato Pudding. And, to make an authentic Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSweet potato vs yam\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYam is an adoption of the African word 'nayami', meaning a starchy, edible root. Very often, sweet potatoes are confused with yams and are actually so named in the United States and other countries. The confusion started in the 1930s when growers introduced a new variety of a very sweet, orange-fleshed sweet potato and called it the Louisiana yam to differentiate it from the white sweet potato.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough the terms are used interchangeably, yams, so named in America, are actually sweet potatoes known by their moist texture and orange flesh. The sweet potato, a tuberous root of the plant compared to yams, are rhizomes with creeping stems that run on the surface of the soil. Rough, scaly skins are typical to yams, which have a long, cylindrical shape, compared to sweet potatoes, which have thin, smooth skins. The feel of the cooked sweet potato is moist, with a sweet taste, while the yam is dry, with a starch taste. Recently, the United States Department of Agriculture mandated that in labelling the word 'yam', it should be always be accompanied by 'sweet potato'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePopular varieties include jewel, with deep orange flesh and reddish brown skin. There is the yellow Jersey, a dry type which is less sweet than the jewel type and containing more fibre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurchasing and storage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome people get confused in purchasing sweet potatoes. It is best to select potatoes which are uniform in size, with thickness in the middle, tapering off at both ends. They should also be free from blemishes, cracks, bruises, soft spots or rot. A decayed spot on the potato gives the potato a bad flavour, even when the bad part is removed. Sweet potatoes should be not be refrigerated but stored in a dark, dry, cool and well-ventilated place where they can last for two weeks or more. Temperatures above 60 degrees Fahrenheit will cause sweet potatoes to sprout or become woody. However, refrigeration turns the natural sugar to starch and alters the flavour. Sweet potatoes are delicate and should be handled with care to prevent bruising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNUTRITION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNutritionally, sweet potato is an excellent source of calories, especially at a time when food is limited. The sweet potato is rich in high-complex carbohydrate. Sprouted potatoes should be avoided, as starch is converted to sugar during sprouting. The sweet potato contains only 141 calories, making it valuable for persons who want to watch their weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllergy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sweet potato is not without a downside. It produces a very unusual food allergy, as a mother discovered when she gave her child pureed sweet potato as part of weaning. After the child ate it, she vomited all of it. The cases of sweet potato food allergy are rare and research into the allergen is continuing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVITAMIN A\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet potatoes are an excellent source of vitamin A and a good source of iron, calcium, potassium and vitamin C, B6, riboflavin, copper, pantothetic acid and folic acid. One baked sweet potato (3 1\/2-ounce serving) provides over 8,800 IU of vitamin A or about twice the recommended daily allowance. Sweet potatoes with a deep orange colour are very rich in vitamin A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHIGH FIBRE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a nutritious root, sweet potato vegetable provides 42 per cent of the recommended daily allowance (RDA) for vitamin C, six per cent of the RDA for calcium, 10 per cent of the RDA for iron, and eight per cent of the RDA for thiamine for healthy adults. It is low in sodium and is a good source of fibre and other important vitamins and minerals. The sweet potato is an ideal food for the health-conscious person. A complex-carbohydrate food source, it provides beta-carotene, which may be a factor in reducing the risk of certain cancers. (\u003cb\u003eplantanswers.tamu.edu\/vegetables\u003c\/b\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCOOK AND FREEZE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet potatoes are eaten cooked and may be stored up to one week in the refrigerator after cooking. Potato dishes will freeze well so the sweet potato is useful in saving time and energy. The sweetness of the potato makes it versatile, and it is used in a wide variety of dishes, both savoury and sweet, and go well with cinnamon, honey, lime, ginger, coconut and nutmeg. They can be enjoyed in baked desserts and quick breads, puddings and custards, casseroles, stews or croquettes. The versatile sweet potato is ideal to blend with herbs, spices and flavourings, producing delicious dishes of all types - from processed baby foods to the main dishes, salads, breads and desserts. Sweet potatoes add valuable, appetising nutrients and colour to any meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e[\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eabout.com\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e: Southern Foods]\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBAKED POTATOES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaked potatoes are popular, and freshly baked sweet potatoes are delicious and nutritious. You need only to add a pat of butter or serve it plain. Resist the use of mayonnaise and cream cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo bake a sweet potato, rub a little fat or oil over clean, dry sweet potatoes of uniform size. Greasing potatoes before baking makes them easy to peel. Place on baking sheet and bake at 400°F until soft, 30 to 50 minutes, depending on size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep-fat French-fried sweet potatoes: Pare and cut into lengthwise strips, about 1\/2 inch thick. Heat oil in fryer to 365°F. Keep fry basket in fat as it heats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaise basket and add enough sweet potato strips to cover bottom of basket. Lower basket slowly into hot fat. If fat bubbles much, lift and lower basket until bubbling subsides. Fry until sweet potato strips are brown and tender. Remove from hot oil and drain onto paper towels. Sprinkle with salt, if desired. Spread sweet potatoes on baking sheet and place in a warm oven while others are being cooked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharcoal-broiled sweet potatoes: Rub a little fat over clean sweet potato skins. Wrap double foil loosely around sweet potatoes. Cook on coal for about 45 minutes. Keep warm on edge of grill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicrowave Sweet Potatoes: For best results, choose uniform-size sweet potatoes. Pierce washed sweet potatoes with a fork. Place on paper towel on shelf of microwave oven one inch apart. Turn sweet potatoes over and rearrange after half of cooking time. Cook on high-power level. 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