Green moong dal is a moong bean. These legumes are very common in Indian cuisine both in the North and in the South.
Health benefits of whole green moong dal :
Cholesterol
Moong beans have zero cholesterol and
are rich in soluble dietary fibre. Foods that are rich in soluble fibre
are known to be helpful in lowering the “bad” LDL cholesterol.In order to reduce the amount of LDL cholesterol in the body it is
advised to consume 10 to 25 g of soluble dietary fibre each day.
Diabetes
Moong beans are a diabetic friendly food
as they have a low GI. Foods low in glycemic index help in maintaining
ideal levels of blood sugar.
Protein
Moong beans are a good source of protein
for the vegetarians. Though meat still ranks the first in protein
content but moong dal is also not far behind. A 100 g serving of moong
dal can provide you with 24 g protein.
Help in weight loss
Green moong dal has complex carbs, protein and fibre in it. It is a good and filling option for those who want to shed kilos.