Jaggery with roasted gram may aid digestion and help cut belly fat
Experts say eating jaggery and roasted gram together can improve digestion, ease constipation and support weight loss when eaten in the right amount.
In today's busy lifestyle, people often do not have time to cook at home and end up eating more fried and spicy food outside. This leads to problems like fat building up around the stomach, poor digestion, constipation and bad cholesterol. These problems are often ignored at first but can become serious over time and pose a risk to health.
A build-up of waste in the intestines can cause indigestion, acid reflux and sometimes nausea or vomiting. In such cases, it is advised to cut down on oily and spicy food from outside and include healthy home options in the diet. One such option is jaggery and roasted gram, a traditional snack that has been eaten since old times.
Jaggery and roasted gram can be eaten in the evening or afternoon when feeling a little hungry. Both are given considerable importance in Ayurveda. However, it is important to eat them in the right quantity and in the right way, otherwise they can cause problems instead of benefits. Any food should be eaten only after understanding its nutritional quality.
Roasted gram is rich in protein, fibre, iron and several essential micronutrients. The protein and fibre in it satisfy hunger quickly and give a feeling of fullness, reducing the urge to eat something else again and again. Jaggery is considered more beneficial for the body than sugar, and people with diabetes can consume jaggery instead of sugar.
Many people stop eating sweets completely when their blood sugar rises. But according to experts, instead of giving up sweets entirely, jaggery can be included in the diet. Eating jaggery with a handful of roasted gram keeps the stomach full and also helps keep blood sugar levels balanced. Roasted gram is also included in weight-loss diets. However, eating too much gram and jaggery can increase the amount of calories and carbohydrates in the body.
Roasted gram provides the body with necessary fibre, while jaggery provides iron. Roasted gram can be eaten to keep the digestive system healthy, as the fibre in it helps remove waste from the intestines. Besides this, it is equally important to include a variety of green vegetables, fruits and plenty of water in the diet.
This information is for general understanding only and does not claim to treat any condition. Consult your doctor before adopting any remedy.
