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- Eating Jaggery has numerous health benefits, because this sweet delicacy is not only yummy to taste, but it is also loaded with many essential nutrients. Jaggery, which is commonly known as Gud (or Gur) in India, is basically unrefined sugar that is obtained from the sugarcane plant. Jaggery is beneficial in increasing your total hemoglobin count, which proves to be effective in maintaining a good immune system.
- Jaggery gets darker in color over time and this is a natural phenomenon of a natural product made with organic processing. This 'color-enhancing' (from brown to dark brown) shouldn't be considered a negative aspect. With time Jaggery also becomes tastier & nutritional. Consult a nutritionist/doctor to know more on this. Any jaggery, which doesn't get darker over time, is either a jaggery which may contain preservatives/chemicals or was refined with artificial substances/chemicals
- Jaggery is a natural body cleanser and it is efficient in cleansing various harmful particles that enter the body. A natural source of Vitamins and Minerals.
- Sugarcane, from which Jaggery is obtained, is loaded with sodium and potassium. Both these minerals are beneficial in regulating the blood pressure in the body. Jaggery not only helps in increasing body metabolism but it also prevents water retention in the body.
- Traditionally processed with NO artificial color, preservatives and chemicals. Rich in antioxidants and healthy alternate to white sugar. A Natural sweetener.
- Consuming Jaggery on a regular basis helps in activating the digestive enzymes and also beneficial in dealing with digestive issues.
The Gudwala Jaggery is produced by pressing and refining the cane juice. The process involves 3 steps, Juice is extracted from the canes; The juice is then kept in large containers till the sediment sinks to the bottom; The juice is then boiled until a dough-like paste is formed which is then transferred to molds to cool. Ideally, jaggery should have an even dark brown color. The yellow color of the jaggery is due to the chemicals added to change its color and sweetness. Dark brown color and salty taste ensure pure jaggery. Not only is jaggery better than white sugar which only adds empty calories to your body. It also has a number of health benefits, including its ability to cleanse the body, aid in digestion, and provide good amounts of minerals. Blood purifier One of the most well-known benefits of jaggery is its ability to purify the blood. When consumed on a regular basis and in limited quantities, it cleanses the blood, leaving your body healthy.