Ingredients of Niger seeds ladoo
- Niger seeds (Guizotia abyssinica) – 150 gm
- Dates – 1/2 cup
- Jaggery – 1 cup
Ingredients for 10 ladoo
Method of preparation
Roast the niger seeds, cool and grind well. Cut the dates into small pieces, powder the jaggery. Mix all the products and make into small Ladoo.
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Health benefits Niger seeds
Niger seeds are rich in macro and micro minerals and can play a great role in combating malnutrition. Niger seeds consist of good amount of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Magnesium, potassium and zinc are some of the key minerals that are found in the seeds, which help to stabilize circadian rhythms and also induce the release of certain neurotransmitters that the body needs for proper rest. niger seeds are inexpensive source of iron to improve anemia in risk groups like adolescent girls, athletes.
Contraindications
The regular use of niger seeds may reduce the blood pressure and therefore anyone on medication for high blood pressure should take precautions accordingly. Using too much of this seed may lead to weight gain.
ref : TRADITIONAL FOOD RECIPES from AYUSH SYSTEMS of MEDICINE
Niger seeds in hindi – रामतिल या ‘काला तिल’