New Delhi, September 13 (IANS). There is a tradition of eating Jimikand or Suran ki Sabzi on the day of Diwali festival across the country. It is also called “Ol” in many areas of Bihar and Purvanchal. Apart from the tradition of eating it on Diwali, it also has many physical benefits. It is considered a panacea for many diseases.
Jimikand or Yam has many medicinal benefits. This is a vegetable that keeps growing for years once it is sown. This vegetable grows in the roots under the ground. In other words, it is the root of the plant. Let us know how beneficial Jimikand is for health.
According to information, the amount of fiber present in Jimikand proves helpful in keeping the digestive system healthy. Eating Jimikand can relieve problems like constipation, indigestion, gas, acidity and piles.
Eating Jimikand can be a panacea for a person who is worried about his increasing weight. Eating Jimikand reduces obesity in your body. Eating it makes the stomach feel full and hunger is reduced. Due to which it proves to be helpful in reducing weight.
The iron present in abundant quantity in Jimikand prevents anemia. If you eat Jimikand vegetable, it increases the level of hemoglobin in the body. Eating it removes the deficiency of blood in the body. Therefore, it proves helpful in preventing anemia caused by lack of blood.
Also, the anti-inflammatory properties present in Jimikand provide relief from joint pain and swelling. Its consumption can prove to be very beneficial for arthritis patients.
According to health experts, patients suffering from piles are advised to eat Jimikand vegetable. The properties present in Jimikand strengthen the digestive system and provide relief from constipation. Experts say that if someone is suffering from piles, he can get relief from piles by consuming Jimikand in many ways. Patients suffering from bloody piles get relief by boiling Jimikand with buttermilk and eating it. Apart from this, making powder of Jimikand and eating it can also provide some relief from piles.
At the same time, nutrients like carbs, protein, fiber, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, folic acid, beta carotene present in Jimikand are considered very beneficial for many other problems besides piles.
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