{"id":164665,"date":"2022-09-23T16:34:33","date_gmt":"2022-09-23T11:04:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=162707"},"modified":"2026-03-25T11:02:35","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T11:02:35","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-suji","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-suji\/","title":{"rendered":"Suji (Semolina): Uses, Benefits, and Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Suji<\/a><\/li>
Properties of Suji<\/a><\/li>
Potential Uses of Suji for Overall Health<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Suji?<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Suji<\/a><\/li>
Precautions to Take with Suji<\/a><\/li>
Interactions with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li>
Conclusion<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nSuji is also known as semolina which is called rava in Indian households, is a by-product of durum wheat. Suji, also known as coarse middlings, is made from durum wheat, scientifically called Triticum durum<\/em>, a cereal crop widely cultivated in the Mediterranean region. Suji is a versatile ingredient that can be used for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or snacks. It is particularly convenient on busy days as it can be cooked quickly into a variety of dishes. In Indian cuisine, suji is extensively used to prepare popular recipes such as rava dosa, upma, dhokla, and many others. Let\u2019s explore some of the benefits of semolina (suji)1<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Nutritional Value of Suji<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nSuji contains various nutritional components given as follows 2<\/a><\/sup>:\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Water<\/strong>: 12.7 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Protein<\/strong>: 12.7 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fat<\/strong>: 1.05 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fibre<\/strong>: 3.9 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Calcium<\/strong>: 17 mg\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Iron<\/strong>: 1.23 mg\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Magnesium<\/strong>: 47 mg\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Phosphorus<\/strong>: 136 mg\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Potassium<\/strong>: 186 mg\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sodium<\/strong>: 1 mg\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Zinc<\/strong>: 1.05 mg\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Copper<\/strong>: 0.189 mg\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Properties of Suji<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nSuji may possess the following properties 3<\/a><\/sup>:^{<\/sup>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
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It may help improve heart function.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have anti-diabetic properties.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may offer protection against cancer.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may support digestive health.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may help lower cholesterol levels.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may act as an antioxidant.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Potential Uses of Suji for Overall Health<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Some of the potential uses of suji are described as follows:\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Potential Use of Suji to Improve Immunity<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\nSuji may have immunoregulatory properties (balancing the immune cell functions) that may help to build immunity. A constituent arabinoxylan, present in suji may also help in stimulating the immune system to fight against diseases. Further studies are required to assess the true effect of suji on the immune system in the human body 3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2. Potential Use of Suji for Diabetes<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\nSuji may have anti-diabetic properties due to the presence of a plant constituent, arabinoxylans. Consumption of suji may lower the blood sugar level rise after that meal. However, you must check your blood sugar level regularly and consult your doctor in case of high blood sugar levels instead of self-medicating 3<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>
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