Organic Jaggery “gud” or “gur” has been a quintessential part of the Indian culinary tradition since ages. References to jaggery can be traced back to Charaka Samhita, sutra literature, as well as Kautilya’s writings. Long before sugar ventured into our lives jaggery was the soul of Indian culinary delicacies. Jaggery enhanced the zest of puranpolis, the paysams, and a plethora of Indian sweets. The day began with a cup of Jaggery laden tea, it was the amuse-gueule as well as the dessert. So much so that the first thing an Indian household offered its guests after a ‘Namaste’ was jaggery with a glass of water.
Ancient Indian cognizance of Jaggery went far beyond its culinary, customary and courtesy fortes. The Ancient Indian masterpieces on Ayurveda like Charak Samhita, Sushrut Samhita, Ashtanga Samhita comprehensively chronicle the medicinal use of jaggery and its health benefits.
Substantial research has proved that substituting sugar with jaggery can go a long way in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Sugar is just empty calories while Jaggery is loaded with essential vitamins, minerals and nutrients. It’s a rich source of iron and contains Vitamins A, B1, B2, B5, B6, C, D2 AND E, as well as minerals like Niacin, Calcium, zinc, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, selenium, antioxidants.
Jaggery not only satiates the taste buds because of its heavenly taste but also possesses colossal health benefits. To begin with Jaggery boosts immunity, it is beneficial for regulating blood pressure and helps prevents anaemia and other blood disorders. Jaggery is an instant source of energy, warms the body and is known to fight respiratory problems. Jaggery is good for the gut, it detoxifies the body, aids digestion, fights constipation. It helps in regulating bowel movements, reduces urinary disorders. Jaggery is used in ayurveda to treat cold and cough. It is known to have benefits for skin , hair and aids weight loss as well.
The benefits of Jaggery are exhaustive. So, switch to this savoury saviour now!
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