🍯 Jaggery Powder – Nitya (750g)

Product Type: Natural Sweetener
Origin: Traditionally made from pure sugarcane juice in India, minimally processed to retain nutrients.

🛒 Why Choose This Product?

• Unrefined & Natural – No chemicals, additives, or artificial processing. Just pure goodness.

• Healthier Sugar Alternative – Perfect for replacing white sugar in drinks, desserts, and cooking.

• Rich in Nutrients – Retains trace minerals often lost in refined sugar.

• Traditional Indian Taste – Offers a warm, earthy sweetness that’s deeply rooted in Indian cuisine.

• Versatile Use – Ideal for tea, coffee, Indian sweets, baking, and everyday cooking.

💪 Health Benefits

• Boosts Immunity – Contains antioxidants and minerals like zinc and selenium that support your immune system.

• Aids Digestion – Traditionally used after meals to stimulate digestive enzymes.

• Detoxifies the Body – Helps cleanse the liver by flushing out toxins.

• Rich in Iron – Helps prevent anemia and improves hemoglobin levels.

• Energy Booster – Provides slow-releasing energy, ideal for long-lasting stamina.

🍽️ Nutritional Value (per 100g)

• Calories: ~383 kcal

• Carbohydrates: ~97g

• Sugar (Natural): ~85g

• Iron: ~11mg

• Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium – Present in small but beneficial amounts

🍴 How to Use Jaggery Powder – Nitya

• Sweetener: Add to tea, coffee, lemon water, or herbal drinks instead of sugar.

• Traditional Sweets: Use in Indian desserts like kheer, halwa, or jaggery ladoos.

• Baking Substitute: Replace refined sugar in muffins, cakes, or cookies.

• Cooking: Adds depth to curries, sambhar, and rasam.

• Seasonal Remedies: Combine with ginger and ghee for home remedies during winters.

📹 Try These Recipes

• Jaggery Tea (Gud Wali Chai)

• Jaggery Ladoo with Coconut

• Traditional Gur ki Roti

• Jaggery-Sweetened Porridge (Dalia or Oats)

• Masala Jaggery Kadha

🕰️ History & Fun Facts

• Ancient Superfood: Used for thousands of years in Ayurvedic medicine for its healing properties.

• Cultural Favorite: Offered during festivals and harvests like Makar Sankranti as a symbol of sweetness and prosperity.

• Sustainable Sweetener: Made with traditional methods that are eco-friendly and preserve nutrients.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is jaggery powder?
A: It’s a natural, unrefined sweetener made from sugarcane juice. Unlike white sugar, it retains many nutrients and minerals.

Q2: Is it healthier than sugar?
A: Yes! It’s rich in iron, minerals, and antioxidants, making it a much healthier alternative to refined sugar.

Q3: Can diabetics consume jaggery?
A: While it's more natural, jaggery still contains sugar and should be consumed in moderation by diabetics—consult your doctor.

Q4: How do I store jaggery powder?
A: Keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to prevent moisture absorption.

Q5: What does it taste like?
A: Jaggery has a deep, caramel-like sweetness with earthy undertones—richer and more complex than regular sugar.