Jaggery

The sucrose content of jaggery varies between 65% and 85%. Solid, liquid, and granulated are the three forms of marketed jaggery. The light brown to dark brown color is common, though yellowish and reddish colored samples are also available. Jaggery also contains minerals, such as iron, calcium, and magnesium.

Jaggery is power-packed with complex carbohydrates that boost energy levels in the body. Consume a piece of jaggery whenever you experience fatigue and you will feel energised in no time. Ayurveda says that jaggery has Rasayana (rejuvenating) and Balya (strength building) properties which help build overall health.

The vital organs retain optimum function through regular jaggery use. It contains vitamin B complex in 1 g/kg concentration, calories in 19 cal/tbsp, folic acid in 1 mg/kg, calcium in 5 g/100 g, and iron in 1 mg/g concentration.