Jamun, Internet’s Newest Obsession, Should Be In Your Pantry This Season; Benefits & Easy Recipes Inside

I will be honest, I was never the biggest fan of jamuns! While the coloured tongue and tart-sweet flavour were nice, the fruit never intrigued me much. I never waited for its arrival in summer like we usually do for mangoes. However, the sudden limelight that this little black and purple fruit has been getting recently has made me do a lot of research and realise how amazing and beneficial it is for all of us! So, if you’re still unaware (as I was), then here are some surprising benefits of jamun that will make you add this fruit to your diet this season. I have also curated a few recipes that you can make with the fruit because, why not?

Benefits Of Having Jumun In Summer

Right from the seed to the fruit, jamuns are extremely beneficial. From regulating blood sugar levels to aiding digestion, the good ol’ jamun is loaded with health benefits. In fact, it is also used in many Ayurvedic, Unani and Chinese medications. Here are some jamun benefits that you should know about as well –

1. Helps regulate sugar levels – thanks to the presence of jamboline and jambosine in jamun, the fruit is amazing for people with diabetes.
2. Aids digestion – the fruit has high fibre content and is believed to help with bloating and acidity as well.
3. Improves oral health – jamun can help kill oral bacteria, reduce inflammation, and even prevent gum issues.
4. Helps skin health – the fruit is rich in antioxidants and vitamin C, which promotes collagen synthesis and makes your skin glow.
5. Boost immunity system – the antioxidants and vitamin C in jamun also strengthen your immunity system.
6. Suitable for weight loss – jamun is a low-calorie fruit, so it can help in your weight-loss journey as well.
7. Great for natural cooling – this little fruit can help keep your body internally cool in the hot weather.

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Simple Recipes To Try Out

Now that we know all about the amazing benefits of jamun, here are some amazing recipes that you can try to make the most of this fruit!

1. Jamun Papad

 

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Chef Neha Deepak Shah shared a zero-added sugar Jamun Papad recipe on Instagram. The recipe requires minimum ingredients and is an interesting way to enjoy this delicious fruit.

2. Jamun Lemonade

 

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Sweet and tangy, this lemonade recipe by blogger Nidhi Bothra is perfect for the summer season!

3. Jamun Jam

 

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Chef Saransh Goila brought nostalgia to the plate with a delicious jam recipe made with jamun and all things nice.

4. Jamun Shot

This easy-peasy recipe is perfect for enjoying the goodness of jamun and to reap all its amazing benefits!

5. Jamun Kulfi

 

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According to Chef Kunal Kapur, even if you don’t like jamun, this recipe will make you fall in love with the fruit, and we can’t argue with that!

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So, which recipe are you going to try out soon? Let us know in the comments!

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