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21-733: Karuhatan is derived from the word "kaduhatan" meaning the " duhat " fruit tree or black plum. Around 40,000 residents live in this 190.6 hectare barangay. It is also the Central Business District of the City since most businesses in the city are centered here and where the City Proper is exactly located. Famous landmarks include SM City Valenzuela , The City Government Center Complex (City Hall, Police Station, Valenzuela Town Center, People's Park), Telecom Training Institute, Karuhatan Jeepney Market, South Supermarket, Valenzuela Public Cemetery and

42-591: A global campaign for Universal Salt Iodization. By 2008, it was estimated that 72 percent of households in developing countries were consuming iodized salt, and the number of countries in which iodine deficiency disorders were a public health concern reduced by more than half from 110 to 47 countries. Vitamin A deficiency is a major factor in causing blindness worldwide, particularly among children. Global vitamin A supplementation efforts have targeted 103 priority countries. In 1999, 16 percent of children in these countries received two annual doses of vitamin A. By 2007,

63-431: A leathery, glossy dark green with a yellow midrib as they mature. The leaves are used as food for livestock, as they have good nutritional value. Syzygium cumini trees start flowering from March to April. The flowers are fragrant and small, about 5 mm (0.2 in) in diameter. The fruits develop by May or June and resemble large berries ; the fruit of Syzygium species is described as " drupaceous ". The fruit

84-521: A sweet or slightly acidic flavor, are eaten raw, and may be made into sauces or jam. Fruits may be made into juice, jelly, sorbet, syrup (e.g., kala khatta ), or fruit salad. Raw fruit is 83% water, 16% carbohydrates, 1% protein, and contains negligible fat. In a reference amount of 100 g (3.5 oz), the raw fruit provides 60 calories and a moderate content of vitamin C, with no other micronutrients in appreciable amounts (table). The 1889 book The Useful Native Plants of Australia records that

105-465: Is essential to sustain economic growth. Micronutrient deficiency elimination is as cost-effective as the best public health interventions and fortification is the most cost-effective strategy. Salt iodization is a major strategy for addressing iodine deficiency, which is a major cause of mental health problems. In 1990, less than 20 percent of households in developing countries were consuming iodized salt. By 1994, international partnerships had formed in

126-447: Is grown just for its ornamental value. At the base of the tree, the bark is rough and dark grey, becoming lighter grey and smoother higher up. The wood is water resistant after being kiln-dried. Because of this, it is used in railway sleepers and to install motors in wells. It is sometimes used to make cheap furniture and village dwellings, though it is relatively hard for carpentry. The aromatic leaves are pinkish when young, changing to

147-531: Is oblong, ovoid . Unripe fruit looks green. As it matures, its color changes to pink, then to shining crimson red and finally to black color. A variant of the tree produces white-coloured fruit. The fruit has a combination of sweet, mildly sour, and astringent flavour and tends to colour the tongue purple. Syzygium cumini is native to the Indian subcontinent (the Andaman Islands , Bangladesh , Nepal , India ,

168-676: Is still a lot more to be done and learnt. Micronutrient Micronutrients are essential dietary elements required by organisms in varying quantities to regulate physiological functions of cells and organs . Micronutrients support the health of organisms throughout life. In varying amounts supplied through the diet, micronutrients include such compounds as vitamins and dietary minerals . For human nutrition , micronutrient requirements are in amounts generally less than 100 milligrams per day, whereas macronutrients are required in gram quantities daily. A multiple micronutrient powder of at least iron, zinc , and vitamin A

189-616: Is understood by Pāli dictionaries to refer to the Syzygium cumini which they often translate as the Rose-apple tree. Krishna was said to have four symbols of the jambu fruit on his right foot as mentioned in the Srimad Bhagavatam commentary (verse 10.30.25), "Sri Rupa Chintamani" and "Ananda Candrika" by Srila Visvanatha Chakravarti Thakura. In Maharashtra, Syzygium cumini leaves are used in marriage pandal decorations. A song from

210-753: The Eastern Himalayas , Pakistan , Assam state , the Laccadive Islands and Sri Lanka ); China ( Hainan province , South-Central and Southeast China); Indonesia ( Java , the Maluku Islands , Sulawesi ); Southeast Asia ( Cambodia , Laos , Malaysia , Thailand , Vietnam and Myanmar ); Australia ( Queensland ). This species is considered invasive in Florida, South Africa, parts of the Caribbean, several islands of Oceania, and Hawaii. Jambolan fruits have

231-555: The Sangam period and the jamun fruit, called naval pazham in Tamil . Avvaiyar, believing to have achieved everything that is to be achieved, is said to have been pondering over her retirement from Tamil literary work while resting under naval pazham tree. There she was met with and was wittily jousted by a disguised Murugan , regarded as one of the guardian deities of Tamil language, who later revealed himself and made her realize that there

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252-539: The Valenzuela City General Hospital . Karuhatan is the most used company of taxis for years. This article about a location in Metropolitan Manila (NCR) is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Jambul Syzygium cumini , commonly known as Malabar plum , Java plum , black plum , jamun , jaman , jambul , or jambolan , is an evergreen tropical tree in

273-406: The flowering plant family Myrtaceae , and favored for its fruit, timber, and ornamental value. It is native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It can reach heights of up to 30 m (100 ft) and can live more than 100 years. A rapidly growing plant, it is considered an invasive species in many world regions. Syzygium cumini has been introduced to areas including islands of

294-532: The 1977 film Jait Re Jait mentions the fruit in the song "Jambhul Piklya Zaadakhali". Besides the fruits, wood from neredu tree (as it is called in the region's language, Telugu ) is used in Andhra Pradesh to make bullock cart wheels and other agricultural equipment. The timber of neredu is used to construct doors and windows. Legend in Tamil Nadu speaks of Avvaiyar (also Auvaiyar or Auvayar) of

315-474: The Buddha remembered an experience of sitting in the cool shade of a jambu tree when he was a child. While his father was working, he entered into a meditative state which he later understood to be the first stage of Jhāna meditation . The texts claim that this was a formative experience, which later encouraged him to explore and practise Jhāna meditation, and that this then led to his Awakening . The Pāli word jambu

336-494: The Pacific and Indian Oceans, Australia, Hong Kong and Singapore. The tree was introduced to Florida and is commonly grown in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. Its fruits are eaten by various native birds and small mammals, such as jackals , civets , and fruit bats . As a rapidly growing species, it can reach heights of up to 30 m (100 ft) and can live more than 100 years. Its dense foliage provides shade and

357-711: The World Bank estimated that micronutrient malnutrition costs developing economies at least 5 percent of gross domestic product. The Asian Development Bank has summarized the benefits of eliminating micronutrient deficiencies as follows: Along with a growing understanding of the extent and impact of micronutrient malnutrition, several interventions have demonstrated the feasibility and benefits of correction and prevention. Distributing inexpensive capsules, diversifying to include more micronutrient-rich foods, or fortifying commonly consumed foods can make an enormous difference. Correcting iodine, vitamin A, and iron deficiencies can improve

378-499: The plant was referred to as "durobbi" by Indigenous Australians, and that "The fruit is much eaten by the natives of India; in appearance it resembles a damson , has a harsh but sweetish flavour, somewhat astringent and acid. It is eaten by birds and is a favourite food of the flying fox (Brandis)." The fruit has been used in traditional medicine. In the Majjhima Nikāya , three parallel texts (MN 36, MN 85 and MN 100) claim that

399-408: The population-wide intelligence quotient by 10–15 points, reduce maternal deaths by one-fourth, decrease infant and child mortality by 40 percent, and increase people's work capacity by almost half. The elimination of these deficiencies will reduce health care and education costs, improve work capacity and productivity, and accelerate equitable economic growth and national development. Improved nutrition

420-478: The rate increased to 62 percent. Fortification of staple foods with vitamin A has uncertain benefits on reducing the risk of subclinical vitamin A deficiency. Fortification of staple foods may improve serum zinc levels in the population. Other effects such as improving zinc deficiency, children's growth, cognition, work capacity of adults, or blood indicators are unknown. Experiments show that soil and foliar application of zinc fertilizer can effectively reduce

441-803: Was added to the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines in 2019. Deficiencies in micronutrient intake commonly result in malnutrition . Inadequate intake of essential nutrients predisposes humans to various chronic diseases, with some 50% of American adults having one or more preventable disease. In the United States, foods poor in micronutrient content and high in food energy make up some 27% of daily calorie intake. One US national survey (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2003-2006) found that persons with high sugar intake consumed fewer micronutrients, especially vitamins A, C, and E, and magnesium. A 1994 report by

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