Nov 19, 2024
Experts list dos and don’ts of eating sattu
Siddhartha JanaSattu is a healthy food composed of toasted lentils and grain flours with high protein, fibre, and mineral content, especially iron and magnesium.
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Ayurveda recommends sattu consumption in limited quantities, ideally 100 gms a day or 2-3 tablespoons.
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Having too much sattu, or after food, may cause indigestion in most people.
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A refreshing summer cool drink can be made by mixing sattu powder with water, lemon juice and spices.
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If you are not used to fibre-rich foods, do not consume sattu in large amounts at once. This could lead to gas or bloating.
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Consuming sattu at night may be responsible for bloating and other forms of digestive problems.
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Since sattu is very absorbent, drink enough water after consuming it. Else, it may cause dehydration and, in turn, constipation.
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Sattu is primarily chickpea and carbohydrate based. Hence, individuals with legume intolerance or those managing carb intake should be careful.
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