Himalayan Munsyari Rajma (Munsyari Kidney beans)
Munsiyari Rajma
The name ‘Munsiyari Rajma’ got its name from Munsiyari, the place where these cash crops are grown. Munsiyari, a small village located at an altitude of 7,200 ft in the state of eastern Uttarakhand. This state is the home ground to Rajma, having two hundred varieties of Rajma, grown widely across this region.
These off-white-colored kidney beans are cultivated on the great Himalayan slopes. Munsiyari Rajma is grown under severe climatic surroundings chemical-free environmental conditions that give it a subtle and unique taste.
Rajma, actually kidney beans known widely for its great taste and nourishing benefits. A rich source of carbohydrates and as it contains high fibre, colors, and unique taste, it is favorite to people of all ages.
Fun fact
- “Munsiyari, the place where Munsiyari Rajma is grown, is known as ‘Little Kashmir”.
- Munsiyari rajma is light brown in color with a similar texture as that of Kidney beans. It is also known as "Pahari rajma.”
Health Benefits of Munsiyari Rajma
Munsiyari Rajma, provides essential proteins and boosts the immune system of the body. It is enriched insoluble fibers which have a great role in maintaining cholesterol levels, thus prevents diabetes and other cardiovascular diseases.
#1 Nutrient Content
Minerals: folate, Iron, Copper, calcium, and manganese.
Vitamins: vitamin A, vitamin C, Vitamin B-6, B-12, Vitamin D.
Energy: Proteins, carbohydrates, and dietary fibers.
#2 Helps fight cancer
Being rich in dietary fibers, Munsiyari Rajma helps to fight with digestive cancer especially. It also has antioxidant properties that can be consumed to reduce the risk of cancer.
#3 Provides all-round development of babies
Munsiyari beans ae specifically helpful in all-round growth of babies. The high content of calcium and potassium provides bone strength and the protein provides a building block for growth and development of kids. Munsiyari beans also help in the brain development of babies.
#4 Lowers blood pressure and prevent heart disease
Munsiyari Rajma helps in reducing the overall sugar content of the body. High cholesterol and blood pressure can also be reduced by consuming Munsiyari Rajma. A study shows that consuming beans has a positive impact on heart health as well.
#5 Effective in weight loss
The dietary fibers of Munsiyari beans can also be effective in weight loss. Fiber increases the thermic effect of food, thus, keep you full comparatively longer. Protein content may aid weight loss too.
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