By Niveditha Kalyanaraman
January 25, 2024
Legiyam/marundhu is a traditional ayurvedic medicine made during winters in Tamil Nadu. This concoction contains more than 15 varieties of medicinal herbs. It is a special preparation made in many Tamil households to aid digestion of the rich food consumed this time of the year. Here are 5 benefits of Marundhu.
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It aids the digestive system by fighting the ill-effects of the foods that one may indulge at this time.
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Legiyam is said to emit heat in the body. It's consumed during the winter season to keep the body warm.
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Legiyam is also good to control cholesterol and diabetes.
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The ingredients of legiyam including pepper, cumin seeds and carrom seeds are rich in fiber.
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Marundhu has a lot of essential minerals and is nutrient rich, helps in healing an acidic stomach and other stomach issues.
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