Sour Spinach(Gongura)

Gongura is a green leafy plant, which is grown for its culinary and medicinal uses. It is a perennial plant and primarily grown in South and Eastern parts of India The leaves contain multiple essential nutrients that our body needs on daily basis. It is a low calorie food that is highly nutritious and has several medicinal benefits too. • Vitamins: It is an excellent source of vitamin A, vitamin B1 (thiamin), vitamin B2 (riboflavin), vitamin B9 (folic acid) and vitamin C. • Minerals: The minerals present in it are Iron, Calcium, Potassium, Magnesium, and Sodium. • Organic Nutrients: Flavonoids, polyphenolic acids, and anthocyanins, the top organic nutrients are present in Gongura leaves. • Other Nutrients: There is a good amount of fiber content and nearly 11 types of amino acids, making it good source of proteins as well. Health benefits: 1.prevents hypertension 2.hair health and volume 3.reduce the breast milk flow 4.prevent cancer 5.prevent inflammations 6.prevent iron deficiency 7.incresing immunity 8.makes a bone strong 9.help sleep better, 10.great for eyes, manage diabetes