Indian food mainly depends on fruits and grains. Which are rich in nutrients and beneficial for health . Pulses do not require much fertilizer and medicine, so they can be easily produced organically. Indian food plate is incomplete without pulses. Pulses are as tasty to eat as they are nutritious. The fiber present in pulses fills the stomach and essential nutrients like protein, vitamins, iron, zinc, minerals etc. are found in it. Eating pulses is a traditional part of Indian food, but in the modern era, the use of pulses is seen to be decreasing due to the prevalence of fast food. Whose negative effect is seen on the young generation and children. Pulses are very good for our health. Protein is found in pulses, which develops our entire body and increases our immunity. Today we are going to give information about the types of pulses and their health benefits.
1. Moong Dal
Moong dal has high iron and potassium content which makes the digestive system good. Moong dal khichdi is very good for patients. This dal also helps in weight loss. We can make many dishes from this dal like – Moong Tikki Chaat, Halwa, Namkeen etc. which are both tasty and healthy.
2. Arhar Dal
Arhar dal is also called Tuhar Dal. Arhar dal is one of the famous pulses of India. It is essential for health because Arhar dal contains protein, fat, carbohydrates, fiber and many other nutrients which help in getting rid of many diseases like cough, stomach ache, piles, gas, acidity etc.
3. Urad Dal
Urad dal has been cultivated in India for thousands of years. It is black in color and is eaten not only in India but all over the world. Cultural dishes like dal makhani, dal, chaat, dal puri are also made from urad dal. Urad dal strengthens the stomach and also provides a lot of energy. Urad dal is available in the market in all forms like whole gram, peeled dal, dal.
4. Gram dal
Gram dal is very tasty. Whole gram is used in breakfast all over India. Gram dal is also very good for patients. Because the amount of fat in it is very low. Fat in the body can be reduced by eating gram dal. Gram dal is very good for the hormones of men. Roasted grams are also used in cold and cough.
5. Masoor ki dal
Masoor dal is liked in both whole and washed form. Its nature is hot. Grind lentils and make a paste and apply it on the face to prevent acne and pimples. Eating lentils keeps the digestive system healthy and prevents constipation.
6. Rajma
Rajma is one of the cultural dishes of India. People like it very much. It is brown, black and red in color and its shape is long in appearance.It is very tasty and full of nutrients. We can eat it with rice or roti. Rajma is liked not only in India but all over the world.
7. Soybean
Soybean is a pulse which is the biggest source of protein. It is an easy option for vegetarians to get protein. Soybean is a delicious Indian dish which is as tasty and nutritious as non-veg. We can eat soybean with rice, roti, naan etc.
8. Green pea dal
Green pea dal is rich in nutrients and has high fiber and protein content, so doctors also recommend eating it. There are two types of pea dal, green pea dal and yellow pea dal, both are very tasty to eat. Everyone uses green peas in vegetables like Pulao, Aloo Gobi, Matar Paneer, etc. Yellow dal is made by drying green peas. This dal helps in keeping heart patients healthy. Yellow pea dal also helps in keeping the digestive system healthy.
9. Garbanzo Beans
Garbanzo beans are also known as chickpeas or white gram. They are rich in nutrients and are included in a balanced diet along with rice. They are very tasty to eat. They can be eaten with Puri, rice, roti, naan, etc. They contain protein, fiber, iron, folate and antioxidants.
