Satvika Bhojanam is renamed as Tasty Pan
Ash gourd, also known as winter melon,white pumpkin, safed peta, budida gummadikaya.
Rich in certain nutrients and beneficial plant compounds
Ash gourd comprises 96% water and is very low in calories, fat, protein, and carbs. Yet, it remains rich in fiber and provides small amounts of various nutrients. (100-gram) portion of raw ash gourd offers
Calories: 13
Protein: less than 1 gram
Carbs: 3 grams
Fiber: 3 grams
Fat: less than 1 gram
Vitamin C: 14% of the Daily Value (DV)
Riboflavin: 8% DV
Zinc: 6% DV
Ash gourd also contains smaller amounts of iron, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, and manganese, as well as various other B vitamins.
In addition to vitamin C, ash gourd is a good source of flavonoids and carotenes, two antioxidants believed to help protect your body against cell damage and certain conditions like type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
It improves digestion.The low calorie, water-dense foods like ash gourd help to lose weight.
Moreover, ash gourd is a good source of soluble fiber. This type of fiber forms a gel-like substance in your gut, which slows your digestion and helps promote feelings of fullness.
Ash gourd is also particularly low in carbs, which makes it suitable for people following low carb diets.
This salad can be eaten everyday
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