Why not we try chola sprouts during Ramadan?
Chola is so common in our daily menu especially in Ramadan. But what’s about chola sprouts? It will give more benefit to our health if we try the chola sprouts which has been made from local chola.
It is also known as kala chana. Though it can be used in any recipe of sprouts in Indian cuisine, it is frequently used in curries, and it is available in dried or canned form. It does not contain any cholesterol.
Each cup of chola sprouts has 45 grams of carbohydrates that are about 65% of the total calorie content of the legume. It contains dietary fiber which helps to reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer, obesity and digestive problems. It is a good source of vitamin B-6.
Each cup of chola sprouts provides 0.19 milligrams of thiamin that plays an important role in the process of energy metabolism and the production of hormones and neurotransmitters.
It is a good source of copper, iron, manganese and phosphorus and helps a lot to reduce the risk of osteoporosis, diabetes, anemia and arthritis. The average adult on a 2000 calorie diet needs between 56 and 77 grams of fat every day, chola sprouts can keep you well within this limit.
