Agar-Agar is also called china grass, it is a jelly-like substance used as a substitute for gelatin. While mixing the agar at room temperature, it will become gel that makes it ideal to use in puddings and desserts. It was discovered in Japan by Mino Tarozaemon.
Now it is available in the form of powder, flakes, strands, and bar products. It also has surprising health benefits, so it can be added to the daily diet. It is mainly acquired from the cell wall of two red algae species called Oganori and Tengus. It is widely used in Southeast Asian Cuisine. It is also used in some other industries like farming, dentistry, electrochemistry, and immunology.
Health Benefits
- Agar-Agar is rich in fiber, so regular consumption of agar helps in weight loss.
- It is one of the best home remedies to treat constipation.
- Agar-agar helps to soften the skin, it can be used externally as a face pack.
- Due to the rich content of fiber, it helps to maintain a healthy digestive system. It also helps to safely remove the toxic waste from the body.
- Regular consumption of agar also helps to increase bone density because of its high amount of magnesium and calcium.
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