What is jiggery?

Jaggery is a traditional non-centrifugal cane sugar consumed in the Indian Subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and Africa. It is a concentrated product of cane juice and often date or palm sap without separation of the molasses and crystals, and can vary from golden brown to dark brown in colour

Is jaggery more healthy than sugar?

Compared to refined sugar, jaggery appears nutritious. Refined white sugar contains only “empty calories” — that is, calories without any vitamins or minerals (5). Gram by gram, jaggery is more nutritious than sugar

What are benefits of jaggery?

Benefits of jaggery

• aid in digestion.
• detox the liver and blood.
• treat lung and bronchial infections.
• relieve constipation.
• increase energy levels.
• relieve stress.
• treat premenstrual syndrome.
• have antioxidant and anticarcinogenic properties.

Can diabetic eat jaggery?

Jaggery’s glycemic index is very high and hence, it is not advisable for diabetics to consume jaggery. Even generally, diabetes patients must eliminate sweet foods and desserts altogether as a big part of dealing with erratic blood sugar is also killing the sweet tooth altogether.

Does jaggery increase belly fat?

It can aid in digestion. Better digestion facilitates efficient elimination. This can help in reducing belly fat. Jaggery is known to help in the removal of harmful toxins

Is jaggery good for hair growth?

Jaggery is rich in iron that prevents hair fall. Iron helps in the production of haemoglobin that, in return, leads to better blood circulation to the roots of the scalp, promoting hair growth and reducing hair fall. The iron content in jaggery also gives shiny and smooth hair when used as a hair mask

 

Where to buy jaggery in Namibia?

It is available at Shoprite Katatura and Shoprite Namibia. Some grocery shops and supermarkets sells it too.