New Delhi, February 12 (IANS). In today’s fast paced life, our digestive system has been affected the most. Problems like gas, indigestion, constipation and stomach heaviness have become common due to eating at wrong time, fried food, lack of fiber and stress. The solution to this is present in our kitchen itself. Green gram is very beneficial for digestion.
According to Ayurveda, green gram is considered helpful in balancing Tridosha. Especially it helps in controlling Pitta and Kapha dosha. It reduces excess moisture and stickiness in the stomach. This is why eating green gram keeps the stomach clean and intestinal activity improves.
Ayurveda believes that green gram gradually strengthens Agni i.e. digestive power, due to which food is digested properly and the body gets complete nutrition.
According to scientists, green gram is an excellent source of dietary fiber. Fiber is very important for the digestive process. It helps in moving food through the intestines and softens the stool, thus keeping the problem of constipation away. Green gram contains both soluble and insoluble fibre, which keeps digestion healthy and reduces problems like gas and bloating.
Green gram is a slowly digesting food, so it keeps the stomach feeling full for a long time. This prevents frequent hunger and prevents overeating. This is the reason why green gram is also beneficial for those who want to control their weight.
Scientific research shows that food rich in fiber and protein helps in keeping insulin levels balanced, which helps in digestion as well as blood sugar control.
Iron, magnesium, potassium, vitamin B-complex and antioxidants are also found in green gram. These elements strengthen the inner layer of the intestines and reduce inflammation. For those people who often suffer from acidity or heartburn, green gram can prove to be cooling to the stomach.
Green gram also provides relief from many other problems. The protein present in it gives strength to the muscles and removes weakness. Good amount of iron helps in anemia. Fiber and antioxidants are considered beneficial for heart health and help control cholesterol. Apart from this, green gram also strengthens the body’s immunity.
Green gram can be eaten as a vegetable, soup, salad, pulao or a light snack.
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