The green gram or mung bean is a type of pulse that belongs to the Fabaceae family. It looks like a small, green seed. Green gram is one of the best sources of plant-based protein. Green gram possesses biological activities including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, lipid metabolism, antihypertensive, antihypertensive, antidiabetic, and antitumor effects. It is a high source of protein, fiber, antioxidants, and phytonutrients.
Health Benefits
- Mental health: Green gram also rich source of Mangenese, which is good for nerve functioning and brain health.
- Circulatory health: It is rich in fiber and antioxidants, which protect the heart by reducing the level of bad (LDL) cholesterol.
- Immunity booster : Green gram is also an excellent source of iron, zinc and vitamin B6, which all are associated with improving the immune system.
- Obesity controller : High fibers and protein content in green gram with low calories may help to reduce your weight.
Green gram for skin care
- Rejuvenates your skin by nourishing, when used as a scrub.
- It removes the dead skin cells and brightens up the skin.
- Rich in vitamins A and C that helps in giving a healthy glow to the skin.
HOW TO USE FOR SKIN CARE
All you have to do is take the required quantity of green gram powder and make it to a fine paste using milk or normal water. Apply it on your face or skin for 15 minutes. Rinse it off and dab your face with a soft towel.
Green gram for Hair care
- Prevent hair breakage.
- Makes hair and scalp clean and fresh.
- Helps in dandruff control.
How to use for Hair care
Take the green gram powder required as per your hair volume and make it to a paste with water or coconut oil and apply it on your hair roots. Also we can use it with by mixing one egg yolk, some lemon juice and yogurt or curd to it. Mix the ingredients well and apply it on the scalp and hair.Cover it with hair cap for 15 minutes or more and wash it off with mild shampoo.
Knowing the use and benefits of green gram can help in maintain a healthy body. Using the green gram powder on skin and hair weekly helps in maintaining healthy and glowing skin and fresh and bouncy hair.
