You all know about the benefits of green vegetables. Apart from green vegetables like spinach, lettuce, kale, bathwa, mustard and fenugreek, Amaranth is also a leafy vegetable which is very tasty and healthy. Amaranth comes in many colors, such as golden, red, green and purple.

Amaranth seeds are often mentioned and the leaves of this plant are often ignored. Amaranth is also known as Lal Saag, Thotakura Amaranth, Rajgira and Gandhari Saag.

Kapil Tyagi, director of ‘Kapil Tyagi Ayurveda Clinic’ According to, Gandhari Saag contains all the essential nutrients including calcium, magnesium, zinc, iron, vitamin A, which are necessary for better functioning of the body. Consuming it regularly helps in blood formation in the body, strengthening bones, controlling diabetes etc.

Shri Krishna likes Gandhari’s greens

It is mentioned in Mahabharata that when Lord Krishna went to Duryodhan with a message of peace. This vegetable originated because of Duryodhan’s mother Gandhari. When Gandhari cursed Krishna that he/she will die at the age of 36. After this she regretted a lot. Krishna gave her a boon that when this vegetable grows in Jeth Ashadha, we will eat you.

Makes the digestive system strong

Amaranth leaves not only enhance the taste but also keep our digestion healthy. The elements present in these leaves help in keeping away many stomach problems like stomach ache, indigestion, constipation, gas formation, heartburn, diarrhea, peptic ulcers and acid reflux. Amaranth leaves strengthen the digestive system and easily deliver nutrients to the body. Also, they remove the problem of gas, which reduces flatulence and pain.

The ultimate cure for diabetes

Amaranth leaves are very helpful in controlling blood sugar. The elements present in these leaves keep the amount of insulin in the body correct and also improve the sugar metabolism. Due to this, the excess sugar present in the blood goes into the body cells, due to which the sugar level does not increase suddenly. In this way, Amaranth leaves help in keeping blood sugar under control naturally for diabetes patients.

Makes bones stronger

Amaranth leaves are also very beneficial in strengthening bones and reducing joint pain. Minerals like calcium, magnesium, zinc and copper present in them strengthen bones and reduce the risk of diseases like arthritis.

Keeps the heart healthy

Amaranth is also very beneficial for the heart. The antioxidants present in it keep the heart healthy and help in keeping away many heart related diseases. It controls blood pressure, strengthens the heart muscles and reduces cholesterol in the blood. This reduces the risk of problems like heart attack, blood clot.

Eliminates blood deficiency

Amaranth leaves are rich in iron, vitamin C and B9, which help in keeping away the problem of anemia. Its regular consumption relieves problems like fatigue, weakness, dizziness and shortness of breath.

Disclaimer: This article is for general information only. It cannot in any way be a substitute for any medicine or treatment. Always contact your doctor for more information.

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Lord Krishna liked this vegetable, it fills blood in the dry body, diabetes is also controlled