20 December 2021
Top 12 Health Benefits of Jaggery
By Parul Dube
Made primarily from raw, concentrated sugarcane juice, jaggery is packed with essential nutrients that yield multiple health benefits
Prevents Respiratory Problems
Jaggery has natural cleansing agent and is a savior for people suffering from asthma, bronchitis even wheezing
Supports Weight-Loss
Jaggery is good source of potassium that helps balance electrolytes, boosting metabolism as well as building muscles
Controls Blood Pressure
The presence of potassium and sodium in jaggery helps maintain acid levels in the body and thus maintains normal blood pressure levels
Great Source of Energy
Unlike sugar that offers short-lived energy boost, jaggery provides prevents fatigue and provides gradually increase in glucose levels
Relieves Menstrual Pain
Jaggery helps in slow release of endorphins that eases abdominal pain occurring from menstrual cramps
Prevents Anemia
Jaggery is rich in both iron and folate. This helps in the generation of red blood cells and thus a good way to prevent anemia
Purifies the Body
Post meal consumption of jaggery help in successfully draining unwanted particles from the intestines, stomach, food pipe, lungs, and the respiratory track
Detoxification of the Liver
Jaggery is a natural cleansing agent, especially for the liver. The natural sweetener helps flush out harmful toxins from one’s body
Prevents Constipation
Consumption of the nutrient-packed sweetener helps to stimulate bowel movements and activation of digestive enzymes in one’s body
Prevents of Cold and Cough
Jaggery leads to the production of heat in the body and also helps cure flu-like symptoms such as cold and cough
Reduces Joint Pain
Jaggery soothes inflammation and can provide immense pain relief
Jaggery can Boost Immunity
Antioxidants and minerals like selenium and zinc are present in substantial quantities in jaggery are responsible for building immunity