Especially during the summers, sattu chaas could be a good alternative to sugary drinks. Not only sattu chaas can be a thirst quencher but also it can be good for our health. Across India in the states like Bihar, Jharkhand, MP, UP, Rajasthan, WB etc, sattu chaas is consumed by farmers and labourers etc.
Roasted chickpea flour or sattu and buttermilk plus few spices are combined and by this we can get an amazing drink called sattu chaas. There are many nutrients like proteins, minerals like calcium and magnesium, fibres etc present in this fantastic summer drink. It has been confirmed by NIN or national institute for nutrition that sattu chaas could replenish salts and prevent heat strokes etc during the scorching summer season.
Preparation of sattu chaas in homes:
In the first step, ingredients like 2 tbsp sattu, one cup buttermilk plus roasted cumin, black salt, mint leaves etc. In the next step, it is necessary to mix these ingredients in a glass by stirring well and finally serve in a cold condition.
It is necessary to consume sattu chaas during summers because of these reasons
Natural body coolant:
When we drink sattu chaas we would be able to regulate our body temperature. We could avoid dehydration etc by drinking electrolytes rich sattu chaas.
Good for digestion and gut health:
It is worthy to note that probiotics present in the buttermilk component of this drink would help in digestion. Issues like bloating would be relieved and healthy gut flora would be maintained. The presence of insoluble fibres in sattu chass would help in the bowel movement and constipation would be avoided in us.
Helps in weight management:
By consuming sattu chaas that is rich in fibres etc, we would feel full for a longer duration. We would avoid over eating and by this there would be healthy weight management.
Improves energy & muscle healthy:
Sattu, also called poor man`s protein, has many nutrients such as protein, iron, magnesium etc. By regularly consuming sattu chaas, we would have good energy levels throughout the day. This drink also supports muscle repair and recovery etc.
Balances blood sugar and cholesterol levels:
Having h high blood sugar levels is harmful and it would lead to many health complications. Intake of sattu chass would help us to manage our blood sugar levels effectively and this is due to its low GI or glycemic index and fibre content. Moreover, bad cholesterol levels would get lowered and this would help in protecting our heart health.
Boost bone health:
For our lives to be normal, we must have good bone health. In this regard, drinking sattu chaas would be superb. This is mainly due to the presence of calcium and magnesium etc.
