Try this lauki-karela dal to control your blood sugar and stay healthy
Not just for diabetics, it is a great food for all.
Written by Debjani Arora|Published : July 14, 2018 6:42 PM IST
This dal recipe is a treat for all. Packed with the goodness of lauki and karala this makes for a main or side dish which promises nutrition in every bite. Both lauki and karala have a host of health benefits. Lauki helps in digestion, weight loss and is favoured by weight watchers as it is low in calories. On the other hand, karala is a superfood for people with diabetes and helps to keep blood sugar levels in check. People who are diabetic are often asked to eat karala as it is also low in glycemix index.
Bitter gourd has certain phytonutrients like polypeptide P (insulin like protein) that mimics the action of insulin and lowers blood sugar levels in those suffering from diabetes. Another compound known as vicine is a glycol alkaloid that has hypoglycemic effects. Besides some studies show that other phytochemicals like triterpene, proteid, steroid, alkaloid, inorganic, lipid and certain phenolic compounds are responsible for conferring bitter gourd with a potent anti-diabetic activity.
So when the goodness of lauki and karela is presented to you in one dish you can only know how delicious and healthy your platter is going to be. Here is a unique recipe of lauki-karrela dal.
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