This wonder drink of nature is truly a treat to the parched throat in summer. I am sure most of us have an endearing memory of having a glass of sugarcane juice, from the street vendor. Be it plain or spiced with ginger, lime and salt, it is such a delightful thirst quencher. Given the rising humidity, skip the colas and the packaged fruit drinks and go for a tall glass of cool cane concoction. Here are our 11 reasons why you should shift to sugarcane juice.
1. Energy elixir: Sugarcane is packed with natural glucose and electrolytes making it the best drink for dehydrated body. Cane juice is a great way to address heat stroke caused in summers.
2. Low glycemic index: Sugarcane juice has a relatively low glycemic index and does not cause significant fluctuation in blood sugar level.
3. Glowing skin: It detoxifies the body. It contains compounds that make the skin smooth, supple and healthy.
4. Wrinkle wrestler: It is known to prevent early aging and wrinkles.
5. Burn beater: Sugarcane juice (diluted) or when had with coconut water relieves the burning sensation caused due to urinary tract infection and kidney stones.
6. Cancer control: This juice is considered to be effective in fighting prostrate and breast cancer, by several studies, due to its high concentration of calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron and manganese. These are alkaline-forming food and diseases such as cancer cannot survive in an alkaline environment.
7. Liver liaison: Sugarcane juice helps keep the bilirubin levels under control thus protecting the liver against infections.
8. Digestion doctor: Sugarcane juice is effective in treating constipation and aids digestion, due to the presence of high potassium content.
9. Tooth fairy: Chewing sugarcane was our favourite past time, when growing up. Sugarcane not only builds strong but also the presence of high mineral content prevents decay and bad breath.
10. Fever foe: Sugarcane juice is known to be an effective fever reducer; it replenishes the protein loss.
11. Combat cholesterol: It is known to lower body cholesterol- both LDL and triglycerides.
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