LIFESTYLE

5 health benefits of sago or sabudana

By Anujj Trehaan

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Heart health

As per a study with mice, sago decreased both cholesterol and triglyceride levels, in comparison to mice that were fed tapioca starch. The result was linked to sago's high amylose content.

Fitness performance

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A study with eight cyclists revealed that consuming sago beverages and those with both sago and soy protein increased exercise endurance by 37% and 84% respectively.

3

Weight gain

A 100 gm serving of sago offers 350 calories, which makes it   go-to offering for many with malnourishment or a skinny body. It is a common food fed to babies to help them gain weight.

4

Bone density

Sago has natural calcium, helping both young and older adults work on their bone density. In fact, in the latter population, this starchy product alleviates the symptoms of osteoporosis.

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May benefit pregnant women

Sago has vitamin B6 and folate which foster proper growth and nourishment of the fetus. Eating sabudana during pregnancy can help in the brain development of the child.

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