Cluster Beans (Gawar / Guar)
ग्वार फली · గోరు చిక్కుడు
Slightly bitter green beans very high in soluble fiber (guar gum), which makes them excellent for blood sugar control. Very low GI.
Nutrition per Serving
Sugars shown are total sugars (naturally occurring + added) per serving and are approximate. For fruits and dairy this is mostly natural sugar; for sweets and many cooked dishes it reflects added sugar or jaggery.
Tips to Manage Blood Sugar
Cook as a dry sabzi with minimal oil; the natural guar gum helps slow sugar absorption.
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