What’s that one food item that never changes across India? Though India is a vast country where language, food, and tradition change after every 100 KM but that one food item remains on a plate (only its type changes). Still not get it? It’s our delicious Achaar or Indian Pickle. Ayurveda suggests eating pickles in moderation as it sparks the digestive fire (AGNI), and promotes digestion. There are many types of Achaar like Aam Kaa Achaar, Mirchi Kaa Achaar, Onion Achaar, and the list is endless.

An achaar(pickle) is a preserved food containing vegetables and fruits with spices and vinegar. These spices are crucial to increase the overall nutritional value and add a lot of flavour to it.

HAVE ANTIOXIDANT PROPERTIES

Our body needs antioxidants to protect itself against the attack of free radicals. Our achaars are a rich source of Antioxidants as they mostly contain raw and unripe ingredients.

BOOST IMMUNITY

Pickles are made by adding a lot of Turmeric Powder into them. Turmeric contains Curcumin chemicals in good amounts. This chemical can help you fight against various viruses and bacteria. Curcumin is also helpful in fighting various brain-related diseases such as Alzheimer’s Disease and Depression.

PROTECT LIVER

Gooseberry and Amla pickles have hepatoprotective properties to protect the liver from harmful attacks. If consumed regularly, they can also bring a reduction in the damage caused to the liver.

IMPROVE THE PROCESS OF DIGESTION IN THE BODY

In India, most people eat their meals with a piece of pickle and there is SCIENCE behind it. There are naturally occurring probiotic bacteria(s) in the stomach which helps in the digestion of food. Though due to our wrong eating habits, they are being destroyed. This may lead to various digestive disorders. But the good news is that our fermented achaar helps in the restoration of digestive health.

GOOD SOURCE OF VARIOUS VITAMINS AND MINERALS

Indian pickles also contain a lot of vegetables and herbs to give them a unique flavour. They all are a rich source of various vitamins like Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, and minerals like Iron, Calcium, and Potassium.

These were some of the many benefits of Indian Pickle. However, too much consumption of pickles might lead to bloating and raised blood pressure. Therefore, eat responsibly. Dr Manoj Virmani, the founder of Ayurvedguru, believes that we can eliminate all of our diseases if we follow our traditional system of medicines. For a complete Ayurvedic check-up and treatment, visit Ayurvedguru Dr Manoj Virmani. Call for an appointment: +91 94160 11800 or visit the website www.ayurvedguru.com.