MAGGI® Tips

  • 1Ricotta cheese is an excellent source of calcium and magnesium. Among other types of cheese, Ricotta is not as high in calories. ½ cup of Ricotta cheese contains 171 calories.
  • 2Onions are rich in several nutrients, like B vitamins, vitamin C, Potassium and some minerals.
  • 3Do not worry about calories when cooking with onions! Onions add lots of flavor to dishes and little calories.
  • 4Garlic is gentle on the stomach. It can actually prevent some damage to stomach lining such as ulcer. Garlic is rich in compounds with anti-bacterial effects, not wonder it has been used since ancient times to treat infections and diseases.
  • 5Parsley has been an attractive and widely used herb known as one of the most nutritious garnishes, containing useful amounts of vitamin C and iron.
  • 6Since our childhood, we’ve been told to eat carrots because they improve our eyesight. Maybe you’ve wondered, what exactly is it about the carrot that is good for my eyes? That would be the beta-carotene. It converts to vitamin A in the body, which helps improve vision. The vitamin A forms a purple pigment called rhodopsin the eye need to see in dim light. Rhodopsin production is spurred by Vitamin A, raising the effectiveness of the light-sensitive area of the retina.
  • 7Rich in fiber, quince provides a moderate amount of vitamin C and potassium. Potassium can as well be found in dried fruits and vegetables.
  • 8The flesh of a ripe avocado is as good as it tastes. It is a rich source of vitamin E and a good source of potassium, with useful amounts of B6. Potassium helps control blood pressure and maintains a regular heartbeat and a healthy nervous system. Vitamin B6 is important for the normal functioning of the nervous system.
  • 9Cabbage needs handling with care if the nutrients are to be preserved. It is an excellent source of vitamin C when raw, but more than half is usually lost if it was boiled or cooked for long time. Most of the nutrients in cabbage are concentrated in its green outer leaves.