What's in it
- Iron, calcium and vitamin A
- Plant protein
- Antioxidants such as quercetin
How much
Half a teaspoon a day to start, building to one or two teaspoons.
Easy ways to use it
- In smoothies and juice
- Stirred into yoghurt or raita
- Mixed into atta for green rotis
- As a light tea with honey
Precautions
Avoid in pregnancy, and ask your doctor if you take thyroid, diabetes or blood pressure medicine.
This article is general information about nutrition and traditional use, not medical advice. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a health condition, please speak to your doctor first.
