Jamun or Jambul Benefits: Health Reasons to Eat Indian Blackberry This Monsoon

Indian Blackberry or as known as Jamun in India, is a famous fruit in monsoons. It goes by many names; java plum, black plum, Syzygium cumini, Malabar plum and what not. It is most famously known as Jamun within Indians. The summer fruit is loved by kids. Syzygium cumini/Jamun has been spread overseas from India by Indian emigrants and at present is common in former tropical British colonies. Here are 4 health benefits and reasons why you should eat your Jamuns this season! The fruit is also used to make wine and vinegar. Lychee Nutrition: 6 Health Benefits of Eating Litchis This Season

Nutritious Values of Jamun or Indian Blackberry:

100 grams of the fruit contain nutrients: calcium (15 mg), iron (1.41 mg), magnesium (35 mg), phosphorous (15 mg), sodium (26.2 mg), vitamin C (18 mg), thiamine (0.019 mg), riboflavin (0.009 mg), niacin (0.245 mg), vitamin B6 (0.038 mg), calories (62 kcal), carbohydrate (14 gm), carotene (48 ug), folic acid (3 mg), fiber (0.6 gm), fat (0.23 gm), protein (0.995 gm), water (84.75 gm).

Diabetes

Jamun can convert sugar to energy and balances sugar level. If you suffer from diabetes then you should eat Jamun every day for its low glycemic index. It helps balance the glucose level in blood. You could also use Jamun for diabetes desserts by making Jamum spread or tarts.

Helps Treat Diarrhoea

Jamun is rich with antioxidant properties. The anti-oxidant and properties and fibre-rich properties help with bowel movements. Jamun is also used in many medicines for treating diarrhoea. Lazy Keto: This Twist on Ketogenic Diet to Lose Weight Is Unbelievably Easy

Great source to get required vitamin K

Vitamin k is very important for bones. With the lack of vitamin k, bones tend to start getting thinner. This leads to easy bruising and heavy menstrual, along with severe menstrual cramps.

Strengthens teeth and gums

Full of vitamin c: because Jamuns are so packed, they help with throat related problems. Common cold can be taken care of a lot of Jamuns. Jamun reduces the span of a cold. Vitamin c also helps repair skin fast so this is great for bronchitis and sore throat.

Jamun is versatile and all parts of the fruit can be used for medicinal reasons. Like every other season fruit, consume this while it’s around for its endless benefits. Get the most of Jamun by eating a cup every day and stay fit this monsoon!

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