Sarson ka saag, the heavenly-herby winter delicacy that everyone waits for especially in North Indians. Just add Makki (Maize) ki Roti, Gud and Makkhan (Butter) and you couldn’t be more Punjabi!!

With added spices like garlic and ginger, it’s a nutrient-rich food that also increases body warmth in the winter season.

Here are a few benefits of eating Sarson ka saag

Rich in Iron

100 gm of Mustard greens contains 1.6 mg of Iron apart from that they are also rich in calcium, magnesium, zinc, potassium, and manganese providing essential nutrients that help in body functioning.

High dietary fibre

Since it’s made of various greens such as mustard leaves, spinach, and fenugreek leaves its very high in fibre. Consuming it frequently can help with constipation and reduces the risk of colon cancer. Dietary fibre also cleans the arteries and enables proper blood pressure levels.

Loaded with Anti-Oxidants

Saag is low in calories and high in Anti-oxidants which help in preventing cell damage caused by oxidative stress. Mustard green is a powerhouse of antioxidants, which include Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K and Vitamin E . Thus preventing vital functions and tissues in the body from harm caused by free radicals

Eye Health

This green vegetable dish is rich in  Vitamin A, which is crucial for eye health. Since in the present lifestyle we spend much of our time in front of the screen it is important to take care of our eyes by providing the required amount of Vitamin A.

Strengthens Immunity

Mustard leaves and other greens present in Sarson ka Saag are packed with vitamin C which is crucial for boosting immunity. It prevents the body from cell damage and strengthens it from within. Its anti-inflammatory benefits prevent the body from seasonal and viral infections, such as colds and flu.

Helps in Controlling Cholesterol Level

Most green leafy vegetables help in maintaining heart health by lowering cholesterol levels. Mustard greens have proven to be good at decreasing bad cholesterol levels in the body and keeping in check other heart disease risk factors