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Benefits of Jimikand: Suran (Elephant foot yam) is not just a vegetable but is considered a traditional medicinal food. According to doctors, Suran is very beneficial in problems like piles, ulcers, gas, constipation and jaundice. The fiber, anti-inflammatory and detox elements present in it help in increasing digestive power and strengthening the liver.
Elephant foot yam Benefits for Piles : In the Vindhya region of Madhya Pradesh, Suran, also known as Jimikand, has had a place in people’s plates for centuries. It is not just a vegetable, but is full of tradition and medicinal properties. In ancient times, when hospital and medical facilities were less, Suran was used as a home remedy. It especially helps in curing problems like piles.
Expert Dr. R. P. Paroha told Local 18 that the popularity of Suran vegetable has not diminished even today in the Vindhya region. It is considered necessary to boil or fry it before making it, so that the food does not cause itching in the throat. After this, sourness like curd, mango powder or tamarind is added to it, due to which its taste becomes amazing. People like this a lot especially in winter. It is eaten with great relish with puri, paratha or rice.
Also beneficial in ulcers and jaundice
Doctors say that Suran is beneficial not only in piles but also in many serious stomach related problems. It strengthens the liver, provides relief from gas, ulcers and jaundice. Along with this, it increases digestive power. Its medicinal elements also improve immunity. The fiber and roughage present in Suran help the most in relieving constipation. Constipation is a big problem in piles patients. Suran helps to correct this.
Eating like this will give you a tremendous health boost.
Experts believe that eating Suran in the form of curry, vegetable or pickle increases its benefits even more. Even today, rural families consider it an essential part of their daily diet, because apart from being delicious, it also provides strong health protection.
