White Urad Dal (Whole)

White Urad Dal is creamy white in color and have a milder flavor than black Urad dal. It is nutritious and rich in protein. It is called ‘Uddu‘ in Kannada, ‘Ulunthu‘ in Tamil, and ‘Minumulu‘ in Telugu. It is used as a primary ingredient in South Indian dishes. Urad Dal is known as ‘nerve tonic‘ due to its amazing health benefits. Urad Dal is a highly nutritious lentil. It has all the necessary nutrition required for the body. Including Urad dal in your daily diet can fulfil your daily nutrition requirement. Urad has a unique flavour and pasty texture. It turns soft when cooked and it turns crispy when fried.

Cultivation

The traditional cultivation of urad dhal is confined to South-Asian countries. India is the largest producer as well as consumer of it.

Health Benefits

Traditionally in Ayurveda, Urad Dal is used for its curative properties, especially for skin, hair and digestion. It eases internal inflammation and also reduces lowers oxidative stress in the human body.

Heart Health: Reduces LDL “bad” cholesterol and improves the flexibility of arteries. This contains high quantities of fibre, magnesium and potassium which help keep the cardiovascular system healthy.

Digestive Health: Traditionally in Ayurveda, Urad Dal is used for its curative properties, especially for skin, hair and digestion. It eases internal inflammation and also reduces lowers oxidative stress in the human body.

Diabetes Management: Traditionally in Ayurveda, Urad Dal is used for its curative properties, especially for skin, hair and digestion. It eases internal inflammation and also reduces lowers oxidative stress in the human body.

Boosts Bone Health: Rich in calcium, iron, vitamin B and other bone-building minerals. Helps improve bone mineral density and avert osteoporosis.

Better Kidney Health: Urad dal is a diuretic in nature. Adequate intake of this dal will let you flush out toxins, uric acid, excess fat, and calcium – so as to avoid forming of stones.