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Jaggery is a healthy derivative from sugarcane. This traditional Indian sweetener is considered to be a healthy substitute for sugar. The procedure for making jaggery does not involve any chemical agents. So jaggery retains all its natural mineral salts. Here are some reasons why you should adopt jaggery in place of sugar.

Jaggery is traditionally known to treat dry cough, cold and asthma.

People who suffer from anaemia can consume jaggery regularly as it's rich in iron. Regular consumption of jaggery helps to increase the haemoglobin level in the blood.

Jaggery speeds up digestion as it activates the digestive enzymes in our body.

This sugarcane product helps helps your muscles, nerves and blood vessels to relax, helping then to perform at their optimum level.

Jaggery also helps in maintaining blood pressure.

Jaggery has its utility in weight loss programmes as well. This sweet product is high in potassium that  helps to reduce bloating and water retention in the body.

Jaggery is fortified with several vitamins and minerals, which plays a key role in metabolic process in our body.

Jaggery is also believed to relieve headaches.

Suffering from hiccups? Take a mixture of jaggery and dry ginger powder with warm water to stop the hiccups.

(AW: Pratima Tigga)