Many benefits of eating plums or aloo bukhara in summer season

The sweet and juicy plums are abundant in summer season in India and they not only have an unmatchable flavour, but also innumerable health benefits. Nutritionist Lovneet Batra talks about their many benefits.

Published on: Jun 09, 2022 6:27 PM IST

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"Sweet, a bit tangy, covered in reddish-blue skin, plums are in season. Plums are known as Aloo Bukhara, and they are a nutrient-rich fruit option that provides a wide range of health benefits," wrote nutritionist Lovneet Batra in her latest Instagram post, listing health benefits of plums. (Pixabay)

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Helps with constipation: Plums contain isatin and sorbitol, which help relieve constipation and improve digestion. It also keeps the bowel healthy. Plums also contain a high amount of insoluble fiber, meaning that it does not blend with water, thus preventing constipation by adding bulk to the stool. (Pixabay)

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Aids in lowering sugar levels: Plums have properties that may help with blood sugar control. Despite being fairly high in carbs, plums do not appear to cause a substantial rise in blood sugar levels after they are eaten. This is attributed to their potential to increase levels of adiponectin, a hormone that plays a role in blood sugar regulation. Additionally, the fibre in plums may be partly responsible for their effects on blood sugar. (Pixabay)

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Benefits heart health: Plums are a rich source of potassium, fluoride and iron. Potassium as an important component of cell and body fluids, helps in controlling heart rate and blood pressure. (Pixabay)

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Anti-cancer agents: Plums are high in unique phytonutrients or their anti-cancer agents called neochlorogenic and chlorogenic acid. These phenols are found to kill breast cancer cells, without harming healthy cells. (Pixabay)