Swaraj Organic Foods Ltd Tumkur Road, Bangalore, Karnataka

Jaggery Description/Specification : Jaggery whole sugar is a pure, wholesome, traditional, unrefined, whole sugar.It contains the natural goodness of minerals and vitamins inherently present in sugarcane juice & this crowns it as one of the most wholesome and healthy sugars in the world. Jaggery or gur refers to the unrefined sugars used widely in the South Asian and South East Asian regions. Per se, it refers to the sugarcane sugar but is also used to refer to the products derived from both sugarcane and the date palm. It is a relatively pure and wholesome sugar, possessing high amounts of nutrients. Traditional Indian medicine or Ayurveda considers jaggery to be the most useful food in the treatment of various lung and throat infections. It is considered a better choice than refined sugars as it is a rich source of iron and other required minerals salts and is, therefore, highly recommended as part of a healthy lifestyle. Health Benefits Jaggery is ascribed with various medicinal properties and other health benefits. A pure and wholesome food, it shares the variety of essential amino acids, minerals and vitamins of the sugarcane juice and this is why it is considered a healthier option. It is also high on calcium which is required for maintenance of bone strength and is a healthy and delicious snack. Being rich in iron, it prevents diseases like anemia and also contains essential nutrients like magnesium and potassium. Magnesium is vital for the proper functioning of the nervous systems and the potassium regulates the blood pressure and the heart functions.