Jainism and World Problems

SR No.: 006708
Original Sutra Author: N/A
Author: Champat Rai Jain
Publisher: ZZZ Unknown
Publication Year: 1934
Total Pages: 240
Language: English
Classification: Book_English
File Size: 10 MB

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JAINISM AND WORLD PROBLEMS
when bubbling, add a few carraway seeds and turmeric or curry powder, then put in the stuff to be cooked, stir for a while, then add a small quantity of water and salt, and allow it to simmer till cooked. Add a bit of lemon juice if desired, or tomato juice. This makes a very appetising and savoury dish. It can be eaten with rice. Lentils are to be boiled in water till soft, and then curried as above in the forın of a thick soup.
The order of the various dishes in the above inenus is very important, and the best results can only be expected where it is strictly followed.
It remains to be added that in the selection of foods their vitamin content is to be kept in view. The following chart will be found very helpful in making up the daily menus.
VITAMIN A It promotes growth, reduces susceptibility to common colds, prevents infection of the alimentary tract and keeps the glands in good health. It is found
in large quantities in dairy butter, carrots, spinach and
escarole ; in moderation in lettuce, milk, green peas, tomatoes,
raw cabbage and string beans ; in small quantities in apples, pears, oranges, lemons, potatoes, turnips and whole wheat.
VITAMIN B It is useful in stimulating bowel action, and prevents degenerative changes in the muscular and nervous systems. It is present
in large quantities in green peas, spinach, and whole
wheat ; Savita yeast is especially rich in it; in moderation in apples, pears, raw cabbage, carrots,
oranges, tomatoes, lemons, potatoes, turnips, milk, lettuce and escarole,