Amazing Health benefits of Chickpea flour – @Nutraspot28

September 11, 2022October 29, 2022 alinanadeem12345 0 Comments

Chickpea flour also known as Besan in Asian countries. Chickpea flour is a best alternative to white flour. People with celiac disease replace white flour or wheat flour with chickpea flour. Chickpea flour contain 25% less calories than white flour.

Nutritive value of chickpea flour

100 grams of chickpea flour contain

Energy	356 kcal
Carbohydrate	53 grams
Total fat	6.2 grams
Protein	21 grams
Cholesterol	0 mg
Sodium	59 mg
Potassium	778 mg
Calcium	45 mg
Magnesium	166 mg
Folate	437 ug

Many healthy nutrients are found in chickpea flours such as fiber, protein, folate, magnesium, iron, zinc, copper and phosphorus.

In addition, chickpea flour is also rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants compete with free radicles which cause many diseases.

Health benefits of Chickpea flour

Satiety

According to health experts, Chickpea flour does not cause hunger to increase. Chickpea flour reduces the rapidity of hormone called ghrelin, so the intensity of hunger decreases. Chickpea flour contain a good amount of dietary fiber which keep you fuller for a longer period of time, thus chickpea flour promote satiety.

Blood pressure

Chickpea flour is rich in potassium and magnesium. Both these nutrients are good for maintaining normal blood pressure. In addition to lower blood pressure, it also reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases. 778 mg of potassium is present is one serving of chickpea flour.

Digestion

Dietary fiber in chickpea flour helps to regulate digestion. If you have constipation start consuming chickpea flour as it helps to slow down digestion. It helps you to relieve from constipation.

Blood glucose levels

Chickpea pea flour is low in glycemic index. Glycemic index of chickpea flour is 10. It helps to maintain your blood glucose levels. It helps to prevent insulin resistance. Diabetic patients replace white flour with chickpea flour as it helps to manage your blood sugar level.

Skin

Chickpea flour has certain properties to treat acne. It helps to control oil in your skin. If you have oily skin, take 2 Tbsp of chickpea flour and mix it with rose water. Make a smooth paste. Apply on skin and wait until it dries. Once it dry, wash your face and apply a good moisturizer. This will help to balance oil on your face and treat acne as a result of excessive oil. It also helps to treat dark spots.

Weight loss

Chickpea flour is rich in soluble fiber which helps to reduce weight. Chickpea flour has low calorie content as compared to other flours. It is also rich in protein which helps to burn your calories faster.

Anemia

Chickpea flour is rich in iron. It helps to treat iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia. It helps to prevent low hemoglobin levels which lead to anemia.