Eating indigenously:
Take a moment and eat what our ancestors ate. Here’s where Jamun comes into the picture. Jamun is Indian in origin and was even consumed by our forefathers. Our palate is much familiar with its texture and taste. As said by several nutritionists,indigenous food can benefit your mind and body. Though jamun chips are not the exact way our ancestors had this fruit, it is just a modern way to have ancient bites.
Fruit of Gods :
It is believed that this exotic fruit has its origin in Neolithic times. In fact, in our country, it is often touted as ‘ Fruit of Gods’ and has significant importance in Hindu Mythology. Lord Rama, during his long exile, is believed to have eaten several plums including jamun.
Plump that survives:
Jamun is said to be a surviving fruit. The Jamun trees require partial rainfall. They thrive in hard weather, to bear this tangy fruit. It is a hardy fruit that can grow under adverse soil and climatic condition.
Health Benefits:
Jamun pulp is rich in Glucosides that helps to control blood sugar levels. It is a good source of minerals and vitamins and is also useful in Stomach Disorders, Gingivitis or treating foul breath.
A sense of nostalgia:
Remember eating the tree picked plumpy jamun as a kid? Most of the Indian can connect jamun with their childhood memories of climbing the tree and collecting this delicious fruit . Each bite of jamun, in form of fruit,juice or even chips can make any Indian walk down the memory lane.
Besides, the burst of sweet tangy flavor is heavenly, simply beyond words and worth experiencing.