These 10 Lesser Known Indian Veggies are a treasure trove of nutrition, eat and see the benefits

There are many lesser known vegetables in India which are extremely beneficial for health. These vegetables are a treasure trove of digestion, immunity and vitamins. Know about 10 such vegetables that can change your health.

Not only common vegetables are found in the soil of India, but there are also many lesser known Indian vegetables, which are no less than superfoods for health. Apart from being tasty, they are also a treasure trove of digestion, immunity and vitamins. Today we will tell you about 10 such vegetables, which have not reached your kitchen… but can provide tremendous benefits to health, so let's know.

 

These Indian vegetables are a treasure trove of nutrition

 

1. Chayote (Chayote / Iscus)

Where it is found: 

 

In the hilly areas of North East India, Sikkim, Assam and Darjeeling.

Advantages:

• Rich in fiber and potassium, which controls blood pressure .
• Low in calories, best for weight watchers.
• Improves the digestive system.

2. Amaranth (Amaranth / Chaulai)

Where it is found: 

All over India, especially in North India and Bihar.

Advantages:

• Rich in Iron and Calcium – beneficial in anaemia.
• Useful for diabetic patients , controls sugar.
• Rich in antioxidants, also beneficial for skin and hair.

3. Anne Soppu / Water Spinach (Kalmi Saag)

Where it is found: 

In South India, West Bengal, Odisha and the Northeast.

Advantages:

• Helps in liver detox.
• Rich in Vitamin A and C – beneficial for eyes and skin.
• Also beneficial for digestion.

4. Lingru (Lingru / Lingad Fern)

Where found: In the hilly areas of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand.

Advantages:

• Rich in fiber and minerals.
• Soothes joint pain and swelling.
• It is considered a seasonal detox vegetable.

5. Tamarind Leaves

 

Where found: South India, Maharashtra, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh.

Advantages:

• Power to prevent infection, used as medicine in Ayurveda.
• Home remedy to provide relief from cough and cold.
• Best greens for immunity booster.

6. Colocasia Leaves (Patwa)

Where it is found: 

All over India, especially in West Bengal, Bihar and North India.

Advantages:

• Rich in Iron and Vitamin C.
• Beneficial for the stomach and gives relief from gas problem .
• Used in delicious dishes like 'Patode'.

7. Gongura/Kelu

Where it is found: 

Very popular in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Odisha.

Advantages:

• Rich in Vitamin A, C and Iron.
• Helps in increasing blood.
• Slightly sour in taste – used in pulses and pickles.

8. Purslane (Luna or Kulfa Saag)

Where found: In rural areas of Rajasthan, Punjab and Uttar Pradesh.

Advantages:

• Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids – great for the heart.
• Reduces inflammation.
• Helpful in making the skin glow.

9. White Pumpkin / Petha

Where found: Easily available throughout India.

Advantages:

• Cools the body – very beneficial in summers.
• Improves digestion and aids in weight loss.
• It is also used in face packs for skin brightening.

10. Lasoda (Glueberry)

 

Where found: Rajasthan, Gujarat and dry areas of North India.

Advantages:

• It works as a home remedy for throat diseases, cough and phlegm.
• Use in pickles – Cleans stomach and increases appetite.
• In Ayurveda it is considered a medicine for bronchitis.