Jaggery, "Medicinal, Unprocessed, Sweetner"

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Jaggery is known as Gur in India comes from unrefined cane or palm sap. It is the sugar that is extracted without the removal of molasses and sugar crystals.
It is known as the “Medicinal sugar” and is nutritionally comparable with honey. It has been used as a sweetener in Ayurvedic Medicine for 3000 years.

Jaggery also has minerals and vitamins which lack refined sugar. Its mineral content includes calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, and iron, and traces of zinc and copper. The vitamin content includes folic acid and B-complex vitamins.

Here are the amazing Health Benefits of Jaggery (Gur) we need to know!!!

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Magnesium strengthens the nervous system and potassium is vital to conserve the acid balance in the cells.
Jaggery is very rich in iron, also increases the hemoglobin count, and acts as a natural blood purifier… a composite of hemoglobin prevents anemia.
Jaggery is loaded with antioxidants and contain considerable amounts of zinc and selenium(selenium is a trace mineral)that boost immunity
Jaggery is used as a protective agent for workers in dusty and smoky environments.
Jaggery can strengthen bones: because it contains the iron and calcium that enhance bone density and strengthen it.
Helps in Controlling Blood Pressure: Jaggery can regulate blood pressure as it is loaded with sodium and potassium that are beneficial in regulating blood pressure in the body.
Helps in Digestion as well as Constipation: Jaggery is good for digestion because of its natural sugar components, it enhances the secretion and promotes the healthy enzymes in the pancreas & also helps in stimulating bowel movements

For constipation, mix jaggery with ghee and have it before going to bed. An old remedy from my mother.

Helps in Relieving Joint Pains & Treating Flu Symptoms and beneficial during cold and cough.
It is also good for the skin. It removes toxins from the blood and improves blood circulation. Therefore, eat it daily to make your skin healthy and glowing.

How can this unprocessed sweetener promote weight loss?

The extra calories in jaggery can make people avoid it at all costs. But the fact here is that you must be taken in moderate amounts. By eating you can surprisingly lose, some extra pounds with it. This is due to two reasons, firstly jaggery has a high potassium percentage which boosts metabolism. Secondly, it reduces water retention in the body, which is an essential factor to keep in mind when it comes to weight loss.

Now that we know, all the awesome properties of jaggery (gur); next I will share with you a very scrumptious(and nutritious) delight, which will for sure satisfy your sweet tooth, which you can have after your meal for a healthy tummy 🙂