Cleanses the blood, constipation will be a thing of the past, the enchanting bathua has many benefits.

New Delhi, November 29 (IANS). In our ancient medical system Ayurveda, the stomach is called Agni. Digestion is better when Agni is strong and balanced. Bathua takes special care of this fire in winter. Karamati comes in the category of leafy vegetables.

Along with gram, fenugreek and spinach, Bathua is also helpful in treating many diseases. The demand for this greens increases in winter. Why not increase the treasure of qualities that we have? The specialty is that you can include it in your diet as per your wish. Make raita, add it to paratha or your favorite dal and eat it.

Nutritionist Anshi Raj Mahajan says that you will be surprised to know that 100 grams of greens contain 4 grams of protein, 7 grams of carbohydrates and 0.8 grams of fat.

Vitamins, minerals, proteins, fibre, antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids and water are present which do not allow dehydration in the body.

Ayurveda advises not to remain on an empty stomach in winter. It is often seen that people eat a lot in winter and then complain that they have gained weight. So Bathua provides relief from this worry. Fiber helps in weight loss. Fills the stomach and also controls the desire to eat more. Consuming it in winter keeps weight under control.

It is rich in fiber which also cleans the dirt accumulated in the intestines. The amount of water is high which keeps the body hydrated and digestion also healthy. Rich fiber and water relieve constipation, flatulence and other digestive problems.

Nutritionist Mahajan says that it is a treasure trove of qualities. It is not just that leafy greens are rich in these qualities and are also rich in calcium and phosphorus which strengthen the bones. Consuming it provides relief from pain in bones and joints. It also takes care of the health of the liver and if 100 ml of its juice is drunk daily then the liver becomes healthy and if consumed continuously for a month then hemoglobin also increases.

Bathua is a mine of qualities. Many people even call it the king of greens. A king who takes special care of his subjects. Works to reduce his pain.

–IANS

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