New Delhi, September 13 (IANS). On hearing the word jalebi, people start thinking of a juicy sweet. But, jalebi is also a fruit that grows on trees. It is found in almost all parts of the country. Fruit jalebi also looks like a juicy sweet. When ripe, these jalebis appear red and yellow in color. Jalebi trees are often seen in village squares and fields.
It is also called Jungle Jalebi. The Jalebi tree is thorny. The fruit of this tree is crooked like tamarind and jalebi and is mildly sweet in taste. Jalebi dissolves as soon as it is put in the mouth.
Let us tell you that its scientific name is ‘Pithecellobium Dulce’, along with this it is also known by the names of Jungle Jalebi, Monkey Pod Fruit, Manila Tamarind and Madras Thorn. Its consumption is considered beneficial for the body. Eating it has many physical benefits. Jungle Jalebi, rich in many medicinal properties, is very beneficial for health. The properties present in it increase the immunity of the body.
According to health experts, Jungle Jalebi is rich in Vitamin C. Vitamin C acts as an antioxidant and increases the immunity of our body.
Eating this jalebi also gives relief from the problem of diabetes. In such a situation, Jungle Jalebi is very beneficial for diabetes patients.
Jungle Jalebi is used in the manufacture of Ayurvedic medicines. The anti-cancer properties found in it prove to be very helpful in preventing cancer.
It is rich in many nutrients like vitamin C, protein, fat, carbohydrates, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, iron, thiamine, riboflavin. If consumed regularly, it prevents cancer cells from growing in the body.
This fruit is very helpful in increasing digestive power. Its consumption keeps the stomach healthy. This fruit is beneficial not just for one or two but for more than 100 diseases.
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