Jaggery or Gur in Hindi is basically the unrefined sugar that is obtained from raw, concentrated sugarcane juice. Although Gur can be made from other sources, such as date palm (Nolen Gur) and from the sap of coconut, the one made out of the sugarcane juice is the most commonly used. It is made by boiling sugar cane juice until it solidifies and then placed into blocks.
Nutritionist Avni Kaul says it is best to eat during the winter months because winter is the time of fresh jaggery. As it is rich in several vital vitamins and minerals, Gur boosts immunity keeps the body warm, assists treat cold and cough and controls the temperature of your body.
Here, Nutritionist and Dietician Avni Kaul talks about the benefits of Gur on your health.
Counters Pollution
Gur is a rich source of instant energy, as it is filled with iron. Iron-rich food improves the haemoglobin level in your blood, which in turn increases the oxygen-carrying ability of the blood. This supports get rid of the acute effects of pollution
Cures Flu-Like Symptoms
Counter symptoms of a cold and cough with the assistance of Gur. All you supposed to do is mix it with warm water and drink it, or even add it in your tea rather than sugar to get the benefits. Gur produces heat inside the body, which is why usually people consume it in winters. The warming impact in Gur makes it a wonderful sweet that can treat cold and flu.
Detoxes Liver
Gur is a natural cleanser of the body and helps to reduce the workload of the liver. Gur assists cleanse your liver by flushing out harmful toxins from the body, that further helps detoxify the liver. Thus, if you want to effectively detox your body, have a piece of Gur.
Improves Immunity
Gur is filled with antioxidants and minerals like the zinc and selenium, which in turn assists prevent free-radical damage and also strengthens resistance against infections. Gur also assists increase the total count of haemoglobin in your blood.
Relieves From Menstrual Pain
Gur, because of its richness in several important nutrients, is an effective natural treatment for menstrual-related problems, particularly giving relief from cramps. In case you experience sudden mood change just before your period, you can eat a small piece of Gur regularly to counter symptoms of PMS as it leads to the release of endorphins. These endorphins relieve your body, therefore, preventing premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
P.S. It is suggested to consume Gur in moderation only as it is a bit higher in calories.
