Do you know about these benefits of eating Kaali Gajar?

Black carrot or Kaali Gajar is most commonly found and eaten in Turkey, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India. The carrot has long been known as an orange coloured vegetable, so this dark coloured veggie intrigues people a bit. People in the West have grown up believing that carrots have always been orange, but long before the orange carrot became conventional in the 16th century, Kaali Gajar existed across Asia and the eastern Mediterranean.

Kaali Gajar’s colour is primarily due to a high concentration of anthocyanin. On the other hand, orange and yellow carrots tend to be higher in beta-carotene. Kaali Gajar has a unique taste and has an unexpected sweetness, along with a subtle spicy aftertaste. Read on to know the benefits of eating Kaali Gajar.

Kaali Gajar is extremely high in dietary fibre which improves the overall digestive system of the body. It helps treat gas, bloating, heartburn, nausea, constipation and diarrhoea. A fermented drink called "kanji" made out of Kaali Gajar promotes healthy gut bacteria.

Consuming Kaali Gajar can help in boosting the body’s immunity. It has potent properties that attack both bacterial and viral infections and protects you from cold and flu. Being rich in Vitamin C, it helps to fuel the activities of white blood cells which protect our body from harmful diseases and other foreign objects.

Because of the presence of an incredibly high level of anthocyanin, a compound having anti-oxidant effects, Kaali Gajar is an excellent boost for your body against cancerous cells. Antioxidants can help to eliminate free radicals and neutralize cancerous activity in the body

Carrots are well known for their beta-carotene supply, which is known to protect vision health. Functioning as an antioxidant, beta-carotene is able to lower your risk of macular degeneration and slow the development of cataract.

Kaali Gajar can help fight inflammation in the body and thus, prevent the risk of several diseases and illnesses. According to some studies, purple foods such as Kaali Gajar may help in preventing urinary tract infections.

A research suggested that eating black carrots on a regular basis could have positive benefits in reducing the risk of neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's. A number of components in black carrots including its anti-inflammatory properties and anthocyanin can play an important role in treating these conditions.