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Health benefits of Jimbu

Jimbu is an herb belonging to the onion family, grown and used extensively in Nepal. It is a seasonal herb, harvested between June and September.
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Jimbu is an herb belonging to the onion family, grown and used extensively in Nepal. It is a seasonal herb, harvested between June and September.  The herb, which has a taste in between onion and chives, is most commonly used dried. Traditionally used as one of the important cooking spice, Jimbu has following health benefits.



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  1. It is used to cure various medical illnesses such as flues and high altitude sickness.

  2. It is used to treat cough and cold and has quality of healing sore throat.

  3. It also helps to treat stomach disorder.

  4. Jimbu is full of vitamin C and helps to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria in the body.

  5. Jimbu also contributes to the formation of red blood cells and also helps to maintain healthy skin.


Credit - Nepali Khanki / Ashish Sunar

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