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The ornaments commonly found on vehicles in Pakistan are called water chestnuts in English.
Well, it is not a nut but a vegetable that grows in ponds or similar bodies of water.
It is common in many islands including South East Asia, South China, Australia, Africa and Pakistan.
Its crisp white pulp is also added to many Asian dishes.
In fact, it is a very useful gift for health which has some of the following benefits.
Very low in calories but very nutritious
100 grams of walnuts contain only 97 grams of calories.
But eating this amount provides the body with 0.1 grams of fat, 23.9 grams of carbohydrates, 3 grams of fiber, 2 grams of protein, 17 percent of the daily value of potassium, 16 percent of the daily value of manganese. 16% of the daily requirement of copper, 16% of the daily requirement of vitamin B6 and 12% of the daily requirement of vitamin B2.
Because it is high in fiber, the risk of constipation is reduced, blood cholesterol levels are reduced, blood sugar levels are stabilized while gastrointestinal health is improved.
Rich in disease-fighting antioxidants
The amount of antioxidants in spices is very high.
Antioxidants are compounds that protect the body from harmful molecules.
If these molecules accumulate in the body, the body’s immune system is affected and oxidative stress is experienced.
Oxidative stress increases the risk of many chronic diseases, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes and cancer.
Spices are rich in antioxidants and are important in neutralizing harmful molecules.
Reduce blood pressure and risk of heart disease
High blood pressure, high blood cholesterol and accumulation of fat in the blood increases the risk of heart diseases.
Cucumbers can be effective in controlling high blood pressure as they are high in potassium.
Potassium is a nutrient that reduces the risk of high blood pressure and stroke.
Research reports have found that people with high blood pressure who consume high amounts of potassium can experience a reduction in blood pressure, reducing the risk of stroke by up to 24%.
Another study found that high potassium intake significantly reduced the risk of stroke and heart disease.
Loss of body weight
Vegetables are high in water content and very low in calories, which makes eating them easier to curb hunger.
Consuming food helps you feel fuller for longer, making weight loss easier.
It is helpful in fighting cancer
Berries are high in the antioxidant ferulic acid.
This antioxidant is believed to be beneficial in reducing the risk of various types of cancer.
Research reports have found that this antioxidant can suppress cancer cells in breast, thyroid, lung, bone marrow and skin.
Similarly, oxidative stress also increases the risk of cancer and the use of herbs makes it possible to control oxidative stress, which makes it easier to fight cancer.
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