Phalsa is the desi superfood of summer, from digestion to energy, know the big health secrets of this small fruit, it will also save you from heatstroke.

News India Live, Digital Desk: As the heat is showing its fierce form, small dark purple colored ‘Phalsa’ have started appearing in the markets. Often people eat it only for taste, but in Ayurveda and modern science, Phalsa has been considered a treasure of medicinal properties. This small fruit with sweet and sour taste is no less than a boon in summer. From cooling the body to fighting serious diseases, Phalsa acts as a ‘powerhouse’ for your health. Let us know why it is important for you to eat Phalsa in this scorching summer sun. 1. Panacea for the digestive system: In summers, stomach related problems like indigestion, acidity and constipation often become common. The fiber and magnesium present in Phalsa keep the digestive system healthy. It soothes stomach irritation and also helps in increasing appetite. If you are troubled by stomach heaviness, then consuming Phalsa with black salt will be extremely beneficial for you.2. A natural source of ‘instant energy’, Phalsa can remove the fatigue and lethargy caused by exposure to sunlight in a jiffy. It contains Vitamin C, glucose and plenty of potassium, which provides instant energy to the body. Drinking its juice maintains the balance of electrolytes in the body, which makes you feel active throughout the day.3. Protection from heatstroke and dehydration: Phalsa has a cooling effect. According to Ayurveda, drinking Phalsa sherbet in summer keeps the body temperature under control and the person is saved from getting heatstroke. This is a natural and tasty way to prevent dehydration.4. Improves heart health and anemia: The antioxidants and anthocyanins present in Phalsa keep the heart arteries healthy and help in controlling cholesterol. Apart from this, it contains good amount of iron, which increases the level of hemoglobin in the body. Regular consumption of Phalsa is no less than a medicine for people suffering from anemia i.e. blood deficiency.5. Cleansing the skin and blood: Phalsa has ‘anti-bacterial’ and ‘anti-inflammatory’ properties. It helps in purifying the blood, which reduces pimples and summer pimples on the face. Due to abundance of Vitamin C, it increases the production of collagen, which keeps the skin shiny and young.