It is delicious, sweet and highly useful in smooth functioning of the body.
Not all sugary syrups and juices are appetizing or something that one can gulp down in one go. However, that is not the case with sugarcane juice. As much as this fruit can be cut and sucked on the juice by just chewing the cane, the juice churned out of it is delicious too. And well, it is a common sight in India as you will find one sugarcane juice stall in every corner, churning out fresh sugarcane juice mixed with mint and lemon.
While as kids we relished it, we might not be aware it has various health benefits besides keeping the body hydrated and healthy.
Owing to its high potassium levels, it is good for the well-being of the digestive system keeping it in good shape. That in turn prevents stomach infections and is useful in treating constipation.
Consumption of sugarcane juice can help in reducing the bad cholesterol levels in the body. And since it has natural sugars and is high in soluble fiber, both together aid in reducing the weight
Since sugarcane is full of natural sweetener that has a low glycemic index (GI), it works beautifully for diabetic patients. Owing to its diuretic property it is essential in driving away infections. Sugarcane juice helps in preventing urinary tract infection, especially when one experiences a burning sensation while passing urine and it also helps in averting kidney stones.
When it comes to healthy skin, Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) a natural constituent of sugarcane juice fight acne, reduce blemishes, prevent aging and keep the skin hydrated. Either you drink the juice or just apply to your skin and let it dry or else add it to your face mask and scrub. It will make the skin look radiant and clean.
Sucrose, which is naturally present in sugarcane gives the body the right amount of energy helping in kick-starting the day. At the same time, it also normalizes the release of glucose in the body to regain the lost sugar levels. And especially helpful in consuming the juice to rehydrate the body and helps shake off fatigue.
Sugarcane is loaded with minerals such as calcium and phosphorus that help strengthen the enamel of the teeth and protects them against decay. The nutrients help fight bad breath that occurs due to nutrient deficiency.
Sugarcane juice is also helpful in healing wounds due to the presence of natural sucrose and builds stronger bones owing to its minerals like calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, and potassium.
