These fruits get only 3 months in the mountains, boon for diabetes patients

The beautiful players of Uttarakhand are not only famous for their beauty, but have also made an identity around the world, full of medicinal properties found here. One of these is the plum, a sour-sweet fruit which is not only the best in taste. Rather, it is considered extremely beneficial in many diseases including diabetes. This seasonal fruit growing between May to July in Ramgarh Fruit Patti of Nainital district is known as Pullam or Plum in the local language.

Dr. Lalit Tiwari, Professor of the Botany Department of DSB College, Nainital, says that this fruit is famous in Native and America, but in India, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and some areas of Punjab grow in limited quantities. This fruit is not less than a boon for diabetes patients.

Boon for diabetes
According to Professor Tiwari, the plum controls the level of insulin and oxygen in the body, which gives great relief to diabetes patients. Also, the vitamins present in it, iron, potassium, calcium and antioxidants also strengthen the body’s immunity. The plum has about 46 calorie energy, 0.3% fat and sufficient amount of fiber per 100 grams, which makes it an ideal healthy fruit.

Eating in the morning is beneficial
Consumption of fresh plums in the morning is considered particularly beneficial. It not only maintains energy throughout the day but also improves the digestive system. At the same time, eating dry plum in the evening helps to keep the sugar level balanced in the body. Plum is available in many forms in the market such as chutney, candy and jam. They are not only wonderful in taste, but are also very beneficial in terms of health. At a time when diabetes is becoming a common disease, this limited time fruit growing in the mountains of Uttarakhand is emerging as a natural solution.