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Chana dhall is also known as baby chickpea. A diet rich in chickpeas can help in reducing bad cholesterol in our blood according to a study published in the journal. Keeping our cholesterol levels in check is important for a healthy heart.
serving of chana dhall (30 grams) provides around 100 calories loaded with number of vitamins and minerals. Chana dhall is rich in, B-complex vitamins such as B1, B2, B3 and B9 which plays an important role in glucose metabolism.
Chana dhall has high amount of potassium and low amount of sodium which makes it very effective in regulating your blood pressure. It also maintains the electrolyte balance of your body, thus prevents constricting of the blood vessels.
Chana dhall is extremely high in Fiber and 1 cup of cooked dal 54% of your daily Fiber requirements. Fiber aids in slow digestion and makes you feel full for a longer period of time as compared to when you eat refined carbohydrates.
Chana dhall is rich in the mineral which builds strong bones and teeth plus works with Calcium to strengthen our bones.If you don’t like drinking milk or run at the mention of any dairy product because of your lactose intolerance, eat chana dhall.
