Rae Bareli. The rainy season is going on. Due to floods, the supply of green vegetables in the market decreases at this time. Due to which people have to face a lot of problems. But a special type of vegetable is available in the rainy season. This vegetable is called Kantola. Kantola vegetable is usually available only in monsoon. It is also known by different names Kikoda or Kakoda in different regions. Kantola is a less famous vegetable of the gourd family which is usually available during the rainy season. Apart from Kantola, it is also known as Spiny Guard. It is oval and thorny in appearance.
Vitamin C is found in sufficient quantity in Kantola, which helps in strengthening the immune system. Due to which you can avoid many types of diseases. Nutrients like fiber, vitamin B6 etc. are also found in sufficient quantity in this vegetable, which help in protecting the body from oxidative stress. If you include this vegetable in your diet, then you can also avoid digestive problems.
More powerful than chicken and mutton
Raebareli’s Ayush Medical Officer Dr. Smita Srivastava (BAMS Ayurveda Lucknow University) says that this vegetable full of medicinal properties looks like bitter gourd or green litchi. This vegetable is more powerful than chicken and mutton. Also, many medicinal properties are found in it. Which are effective in protecting from many serious diseases.
This vegetable is available only for 3 months
Dr. Smita Srivastava says that this vegetable is available only for 3 months during the monsoon season i.e. rainy season. It contains many types of phytonutrients, iron, protein, vitamins and many other nutrients. Also, one of its specialties is that it is easily prepared without any cost or effort. It is mainly found in the hilly areas of Delhi, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. During the rainy season, it is easily available at a price of Rs 150 to Rs 180 per kilogram.
Will control sugar and blood pressure
Dr. Smita Srivastava says that Kantola vegetable is very helpful in weight loss. The fiber present in it helps in keeping the stomach full for a long time. Kantola controls the blood pressure of our body. This vegetable is very beneficial for people who have diabetes. The fiber present in this vegetable can reduce the blood sugar level. This vegetable also strengthens the immune system of our body. Because elements like carotenoids like lutein are found in it. That is why it is also called a magical vegetable.
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FIRST PUBLISHED : August 13, 2024, 18:03 IST
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