Rajma chawal is more than just a staple Sunday lunch, it’s a comfort food for many. Don’t we all have strong childhood memories associated with rajma chawal" This flavourful combination of rajma along with a steaming rice never fails to evoke nostalgia and warmth. You have to admit – pizza and pasta can never replace a plate of piping hot rajma chawal in our lives. So, are you ready to dump your favorite rajma chawla because now you have decided to lose weight" But let’s first address if rajma chawal would hamper your weight loss goals" Read on to find out:

What Makes Rajma Chawal Good For Weight Loss"
Rajma or kidney beans is one of the best sources of plant-based protein. Protein, as we all know, is a macronutrient that boosts metabolism and weight loss with a high thermic effect, which means your body burns a lot of energy, in the form of calories, just breaking protein down into its individual amino acids. Protein?s thermic effect is 30 percent, which means you?ll burn 30 percent of the calories during digestion itself. It’s a good non-perishable, affordable, high protein source with a high nutrient profile as well –  vitamins, fiber, folate, iron, copper, potassium, manganese, to name a few. The combination of high fiber and protein content in rajma keeps one fuller for longer, boosts metabolism, and accelerates weight loss. The fiber in rajma acts as a prebiotic that promotes the growth of healthy bacteria in t...