Rishabh Chaurasia/Lucknow:With the change in weather, there are important changes in our eating habits too. During summer, it becomes especially important that we pay attention to our diet because in this season we often consume such substances which can harm our body. Apart from this, lack of water also increases the risk of heat stroke and other problems. In this season, the body needs maximum hydration, hence it becomes necessary to include such food items in your diet to keep yourself healthy. Include those which can be eaten to stay healthy in this season.
Sattu is one such food item which is eaten and drunk extensively in summer. It is not only good for the stomach but also provides coolness to the body. Sattu is rich in iron, sodium, fiber, manganese, protein and magnesium, which help in keeping us healthy. Let us know about the benefits of Sattu from experts…
Sattu has cooling properties
Principal and Dean of Lucknow Government Ayurvedic College, Prof. Makhan Lal tells that in Ayurveda, Sattu is considered a beverage that increases digestion power. It is prepared by roasting gram and grinding it. It contains abundant amount of fiber. Which increases the good bacteria. This keeps the digestion process correct. Along with this, Sattu has cooling properties which works to cool the stomach in summer.
Beneficial for diabetic patients
Sattu can prove to be extremely beneficial for diabetic patients. Beta-glucan is found in it, which is helpful in reducing the absorption of glucose in the body. It helps in controlling the sugar level in the blood. Whereas if a diabetic patient consumes a glass of Sattu daily, within a few days Positive results start appearing. However, do not drink more than one glass of Sattu water in a day, as it can cause problems like acidity and stomach pain.
There are no stomach related diseases
Sattu is very beneficial for the stomach, it helps in improving digestion, which prevents stomach related diseases. Sattu contains high amount of fiber, which is helpful in preventing the problem of constipation. Consuming it regularly keeps the stomach clean and provides relief from gas, indigestion or other stomach disorders. Making Sattu is very simple, it can be drunk by mixing it in water and adding salt and spices as per taste.
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FIRST PUBLISHED: April 10, 2024, 14:17 IST