Gram lentil (Chana dal), also known as Bengal gram, is the most widely grown dal in India and Pakistan. Its pale-yellow color has a sweet, nutty aroma. Chana dal has a very high nutritious value. It is praised by diabetics for its incredibly low index on the glycemic index. (The glycemic index measures the effect of foods on blood sugar levels.) Bengal gram is often stewed with vegetables, especially bitter gourds and squashes.

Manufactured/Packed for:
KhanaPakana.com
Maspeth. NY 11378

Country Of Origin: Product of USA

Product Weight: 907 Grams (2 LBS)(0.9 KG)

Storage Instructions: Store in a cool, dry place

Package: Plastic Bag

Health Benefits of Gram Lentils:

• Lentils are low in calories and high in nutrition. Eating them at least once a week is a great way to add the health benefits of these tasty legumes to your diet.
• Studies have found that people who eat high fiber legumes like lentils have a much reduced risk of heart disease.
• Lentils are a great source of B vitamins, most notably folate and niacin (B3). B vitamins are important for the healthy functioning of the nervous, digestive, and immune systems.
• Lentils are a great cholesterol lowering food due to their high levels of fiber.
• Lentils are loaded with iron and are a great way to replenish the body's iron stores, especially for people who don't eat red meat like vegans and vegetarians.

Uses: This dal is very nutritious and in North India it is used for soups and curries, while in the South it's mainly used for snacks like vadas (lentil fritters), and other snacks such as sundal (a dry, cooked salad). This dal (split yellow lentils), is available in the US in regular grocery stores as well.