What is a postpartum “panjeeri” healing treat?
The postpartum treat you have been waiting for.
If you’ve had a baby, you know that postpartum healing can be an emotional and physical rollercoaster. You might be feeling exhausted, overwhelmed by emotion and hormones, and ready to go back to work — but your body won’t let you. Between the cracked nipples, bleeding gums, swollen feet and ankles (and other fun stuff), having a baby can really take a toll on your body. Your health provider will prescribe medications for some of these symptoms, but there are also remedies that can help speed up the process. One of these is a panjeeri, an Ayurvedic food that helps with postpartum recovery. This all-natural remedy may have helped my mom after I was born (though it doesn't hurt that she loves Indian food).
Panjeeri is an Indian treat that has been made for centuries to nourish moms after they give birth.
Panjeeri is an Indian treat made with nuts, seeds, and spices. It's traditionally eaten by new moms to help them recover after giving birth.
Panjeeri can be made at home using whole wheat flour (or gluten free almond flour) and other ingredients like coconut oil or vegan ghee (clarified butter). Milk isn't typically used in panjeeri because it makes the dish too heavy for lactating women.
How to make panjeeri at home
Panjeeri is made with nuts, seeds, spices and vegan ghee (clarified butter). It's a delicious, nutritious treat that's been made in India for centuries. Panjeeri is usually made with almonds and pistachios, but other nuts like cashews and sesame seeds are also popular. Panjeeri is a great treat for kids too! It's yummy and healthy.
To make panjeeri at home:
What are the health benefits of panjeeri?
Panjeeri is a traditional Ayurvedic recipe that contains various ingredients in addition to spices like cardamon, along with other varieties of nuts such as walnuts, almonds, pistachios. The health benefits of panjeeri are numerous! Here are just some reasons why it should be part of your diet:
It's rich in protein, calcium and iron. Panjeeri contains all the nutrients you need after giving birth—including iron, calcium and zinc—but also helps increase breast milk flow by providing extra vitamins and antioxidants when you're recovering from pregnancy and birth.
Helps restore uterus shape, by removing excessive fluid from your body after delivery (which can cause bloating or even edema)
Provides warmth for cold winter days ahead. With spices like cinnamon added into the mix this treat is sure to keep both mommy's tummy warm on chilly days while promoting good health through its many nutrients.
The omega-3 rich nuts support the mommy with nutrients to fight postpartum depression.
Panjeeri shouldn't be substituted for a healthy diet, but it's a great addition.
Panjeeri is a great way to get a variety of nutrients, but it shouldn't be used as a substitute for a healthy diet. Panjeeri can be eaten as a snack or dessert, but if you're going to eat it on its own, make sure it's not the only thing you eat all day.
Panjeeri isn't just for women who are trying to recover from childbirth—anyone can enjoy this delicious treat!
Panjeeri is one way to nourish your body and make sure you're getting all the vitamins and minerals your body needs during pregnancy.
Panjeeri is a traditional Indian treat made to nourish the body after giving birth. It's easy to make and can be served with tea or eaten by itself as a meal. If you're looking for ways to improve your health during pregnancy and postpartum, then this is an ideal recipe.
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by Dr. Monisha Bhanote
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