Sattu or Bel… which is better in summer?Image Credit source: Getty Images
During the summer season, it is advisable to eat foods that have high water content. Besides, their nature should also be cold. Talking about summer superfoods, the names of Sattu and Bael also figure in this list. During summers, not only in rural areas but also in big cities like Delhi, people drink water made from them. Nowadays, even in modern lifestyle, people are making such drinks a part of their routine. It is said that along with protecting us from the heat, it is also best for our fitness. Seeing social media and reels, people are including them in their routine. However, along with drinking Sattu and Bel, many myths are also popular among the people.
There is also a question as to which of these two drinks is more beneficial for summer. In this article, we are going to tell you through experts that which is better to drink Sattu or Bel in summer?
Nutritional value of Sattu and Bel (per 100 grams)
Sattu per 100 grams
Calories: 400 kcal
Protein: 2022 grams
Carbohydrate: 5560 grams
Fat: 67 grams
Fiber: 1012 grams
Iron: 45 mg
Calcium: 4050 mg
Magnesium: 150 mg
Bael Fruit per 100 grams
Calories: 130140 kcal
Protein: 1.52 grams
Carbohydrates: 3032 grams
Fat: 0.20.3 grams
Fiber: 23 grams
Vitamin C: 810 mg
Calcium: 8090 mg
Potassium: 600 mg
What do experts say
Dr. Priya Paliwal (Chief Dietician, Shri Balaji Action Medical Institute, Delhi) says that both Bel and Sattu are healthy drinks, but their benefits are different. Bael juice is especially beneficial for digestion. It cools the stomach, provides relief from problems caused by constipation, acidity and heat.
Sattu is rich in protein, fiber and iron, which helps in giving energy to the body and keeping the stomach full for a long time. Sattu is especially good for those who want to control weight or do more physical exertion.
What is best between Sattu or Bel?
Experts say that if compared, Sattu is considered richer in terms of nutrition, whereas Bael is more useful for digestion. In summer both can be consumed, having Sattu in the morning and Bel in the afternoon can be a good balance. Digestive problems become more troublesome in summer. Therefore, to keep it well, you can drink vine juice.
But if someone is a diabetic patient then he should consume it only on the advice of experts. At the same time, Sattu should also be consumed in right quantity. Experts say that its excessive consumption can cause harm to the stomach instead of benefit.
