Unknown Benefits of Ashura

Acıbadem Dr. Sinasi Can (Kadıköy) Hospital Nutrition and Diet Specialist Tuba Sungur listed the benefits of ashura. Ashura, the symbol of abundance, sharing and unity; It is literally a health store thanks to its legumes, nuts and dried fruits. However, if you can't stand the taste and find it difficult to settle for a bowl, it's good to think again! Acıbadem Dr. Sinasi Can (Kadıköy) Hospital Nutrition and Diet Specialist Tuba Sungur “Today, ashura made with about 15 ingredients; Being extremely rich in vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, it provides important benefits in terms of health. However, portion control is extremely important. It is necessary not to overdo it in consumption and not to consume more than two bowls a week. Especially diabetic patients should be very careful.

One small bowl of ashura has an average of 350 calories; Stating that this means two slices of bread, two dessert spoons of oil and two servings of fruit, Nutrition and Diet Specialist Tuba Sungur says: “Instead of refined sugar while preparing aşure; Increasing the amount of dried fruits such as figs, apricots, raisins and benefiting from the sugar of the fruits is more suitable for both dieters and diabetics. It will be healthier to consume ashura made at home using dried fruits in this way, paying attention to portion control, rather than consuming ashura, the content of which is unknown outside. Since Ashura is a high-calorie dessert, those who are in the weight loss period should consider their daily energy needs. Nutrition and Diet Specialist Tuba Sungur explained the 6 benefits that come with ashura and made important warnings and suggestions.

Ashura, which contains most of the plant food groups; It strengthens immunity, increases body resistance. Ashura, which stands out as a store of vitamins, minerals and protein; vitamin A and vitamin C, thanks to fresh and dried fruits; vitamins of group B, thanks to cereals such as wheat and cracked; Thanks to oil seeds such as walnuts, hazelnuts and peanuts, it has the feature of being a very good source of vitamin E and omega 3.

Aşure is a dessert rich in pulp with its cereals, legumes, dried fruits and nuts; It stands out as intestinal friendly. Thanks to its rich fiber content, it also provides benefits against the problem of constipation.

Nutrition and Diet Specialist Tuba Sungur said, “The materials used in making Ashura contain vegetable protein, that is, they do not contain cholesterol. For this reason, those with high cholesterol and those with cardiovascular disease can easily consume it, provided that they do not overdo it. Nuts in Aşure are cholesterol-friendly foods thanks to the good fats they contain. says.

Ashure helps breastfeeding mothers to increase milk with its high energy and vitamin-mineral balance. In addition, it meets both the increased energy needs and sweet needs of nursing mothers.

For children at the age of growth and development, ashura is a healthy dessert that supports growth and development in children, both with its high energy content and rich macro-micronutrients.

Nutrition and Diet Specialist Tuba Sungur said, “Because the materials used in making Ashura are rich in B group vitamins and omega 3, they improve mood, positively affect psychology and reduce the risk of depression.” says.