Summer Superfood: Bael Fruit
Introduction: If there is anyone who knows and understands us the most, it is nature. Our best friends, mother, brother or sister may be mistaken about what food is healthy for us, but not nature. Nature grows the food and drink that is healthy in any climate and environment. Fruits and vegetables grow according to our needs in every season. If a list of seasonal fruits of summer is made, watermelon, mango and Baelgiri will be on top of it.
Ayurvedic medicines are made from almost all the parts of Baelgiri i.e. its fruit, leaves, branches and roots. Usually, only its fruit is used in food and drinks. According to local taste, people include it in their food sometimes in the form of chutney, sometimes by making sherbet or sometimes with curd. Baelgiri is rich in many nutrients like vitamins, fiber, potassium. Due to all these nutrients, it is very beneficial for our digestive system, immunity, lungs and skin.
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Superfood of Summer
Baelgiri is a seasonal fruit of summer. It starts ripening from the month of March and remains available in the market till the end of July. It is called the superfood of summer due to its numerous nutrients and medicinal properties. Experts say that eating Baelgiri in any season other than summer is not that beneficial, because it may have been stored out of season or may have been cooked with chemicals. According to experts, if Baelgiri is consumed regularly throughout the summer, it can provide relief from many diseases.
Baelgiri is Energy Booster
The biggest problem in summer is fatigue. Many times, you do not feel energetic even after getting a full night’s sleep. In summer, our body organs are constantly working hard to maintain thermodynamics. Therefore, fatigue persists even after resting. In such a situation, the energy of Baelgiri keeps us active even in summer.
Strengthens the Digestive System
Baelgiri strengthens our digestive system. It is usually used to treat digestive disorders like dysentery, diarrhea and irritable bowel syndrome. According to a study published in Research Gate, the antispasmodic properties present in Baelgiri fruit relieve the gastrointestinal tract and also provide relief in case of indigestion. Due to its antispasmodic properties, it is also very beneficial in constipation.
Beneficial for the Skin
Baelgiri fruit contains more than 70% moisture. It can help keep our skin hydrated. This maintains the elasticity of the skin and the skin does not become dry. Baelgiri also has anti-inflammatory properties, which provide relief from irritated skin. It is also beneficial in conditions like acne, eczema and dermatitis.
Beneficial for the Respiratory System
Baelgiri fruit is also very beneficial for our respiratory system. Its consumption relaxes the bronchial muscles. This makes breathing easier. If there is a problem of asthma, Baelgiri fruit provides relief. According to Ayurveda, Baelgiri controls Kapha dosha. Therefore, it is beneficial in all respiratory problems.
