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Jaggery: Health benefits of this superfood that you must know about

When consumed in moderation, jaggery helps in getting rid of harmful toxins from the body which in turn aids in weight loss.

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There's no denying the fact that sugar is an ingredient liked by many. However, what if we were to tell you that there is something in your kitchen which is way tastier and healthier than sugar and that the 'sweetness' for which you resort to sugar won't be compromised too!

Several studies suggest that adding too much sugar to your diet can put your health at risk. Form weight gain, risk of diabetes to tooth decay, sugar, if not consumed moderately, can turn out to be the major cause of illness and disease in the body.

But what if there's an ingredient that will add sweetness to the food items of your liking and without any risks to your health satisfy your taste buds too! Well, jaggery is one such ingredient that has multiple benefits when added to the diet, especially during winters (and even otherwise).

Here, we list below some bonafide reasons why you should contemplate using more jaggery than sugar in your diet. 

Take a look:

High nutritional value  

Compared to sugar, jaggery comes with some real health benefits. It has a higher nutritional value and is filled with essential nutrients. Sugar on the other hand is just an empty calorie. 

This might surprise you but jaggery contains all the vitamins and antioxidants which our body requires on a daily basis. It is loaded with vitamins A, B1, B2, B5, B6, D2, and E it contains calcium, potassium, magnesium, iron manganese, sodium, zinc, and copper.

Keeps seasonal flu away 

For centuries, Jaggery has been used as a remedy for respiratory disorders and throat problems. It soothes the irritation in the throat and puts any pain subsequently caused, at ease. It has anti-allergic properties that are a remedy for asthma and other respiratory diseases. Raw jaggery when consumed helps to keep lungs warm and clean. Moreover, the minerals mentioned above help to boost the immune system and keeps flu and cold at bay.

Antidote for pollution 

Yes, you read it right. Jaggery is an excellent natural cleansing ingredient that cleans your insides and flushes out all the toxins from the body. The darker the colour of the jaggery, the healthier it is for you. 

Aids in weight loss

When consumed in moderation, jaggery helps in getting rid of harmful toxins from the body which in turn aids in weight loss. It has no trans fat, has fewer calories than refined sugar, and helps in detoxification. When consumed with water and lemon, jaggery can do wonders in your weight loss journey. 

Jaggery is great for digestion 

We have often been told by our elders to consume a little jaggery after having a meal, especially during winters. Well, that's because jaggery can help speed up the process of digestion by activating the digestive enzymes. Loads of fibre in jaggery helps in easy bowel movement which prevents constipation. Moreover, it also provides instant relief from many stomach-related problems.

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