Powerful Benefits Of Sugarcane

Powerful Benefits Of Sugarcane

A trip to Northern Nigeria would confirm that sugarcane, millet, large mangoes, large garden eggs, water melon is always on the daily fruit-list of those who like fruits so much.

Sugarcane is Vibes.ng major focus today as many throw out sugarcane as containing too much sugar, while some others say it injures the gums.

Vibes.ng shall highlight powerful health benefits and it is sure that the negative disposition towards sugarcane would end.

Loaded with abundant minerals like calcium, phosphorus, zinc, and potassium, and vitamins like A, B- complex, and C, sugarcane juice also keeps you in top shape.

Benefits of Sugarcane Juice

Remedy for Sore ThroatSugarcane Juice is considered as the best home remedy for the person having sore throat, flu or freezing.

Increases Muscle PowerProvides natural glucose to the body necessary for maintaining the muscle power.

Rehydrates BodyIt removes weakness from the body by rehydrating the body thus known as the instant body booster and used by athletes.

Prevents from Protein LossIt is useful for the person suffering from fever and maintains protein loss in the body.

Treats JaundiceSugarcane Juice is very helpful for the person suffering from jaundice and provides instant recovery from jaundice by maintaining the glucose level in the body.

Regulates Digestive System FunctioningIt is a very good energy drink for the well-being of the digestive system.

Treats ConstipationIt also provides help in treating constipation due to its high potassium level.

Promotes Wound HealingIt has a type of sugar called as the sucrose which is a natural resource helps in wound healing as well as boosting the immune system.

Strengthens Major Body OrgansIt assists to a great level in strengthening the major organs such as the eyes, stomach, heart, kidneys, mind, sex organs and etc if used regularly.

Prevents from Heart DiseasesIt also prevents from the heart diseases and strokes as it decreases the bad body cholesterol level and triglycerides.

Contains All Essential NutrientsSugarcane juice has all the required vitamins and minerals having precious health benefits for the person suffering various diseases.

Treats various DiseasesSugarcane juice helps in treating the dysuria (burning sensation while passing urine), prostatitis, kidney stones, STD (sexually transmitted disease), urinary tract infections and etc if taken with lime juice or coconut water.

Sugarcane also assists in other problems like high acidity, cystitis, enlarged prostate, gonorrhoea, nephritis and etc.

Prevents from CancerSugarcane juice is alkaline in nature thus helps in fighting from the various type of cancer like prostate and breast cancer.

Promotes Bone GrowthSugarcane juice is helpful in the growth and development of the bones because of its calcium and phosphorous contents.

Prevents from AnaemiaSugarcane is very useful to the person suffering from the anaemia as it has good amount of the iron which enhances the HB level in the body.

Rich Source of AntioxidantsSugarcane juice has an antioxidant property because of its flavonoid and phenolic compounds availability which works as an anti-inflammatory, antiviral, anti-allergic, anti-tumour agents and prevents body from various diseases accordingly.

Prevents from DNA DamageIts antioxidants property protects us from the radiation-induced DNA damage as well as from the oxidative degradation of the cellular lipids or fats. It also fights with the free radicals and prevents ageing.

Rich Source of Live EnzymesFreshly prepared juice of the sugarcane has different live enzymes as well as nutrients which is absorbed by the body and nourishes the body.

Treats Kidney DisordersDrinking fresh sugarcane in enough amount helps in treating kidney disorders and other urinary problems.

Benefits of Sugarcane Juice for Liver/in JaundiceSugarcane juice is very beneficial for the major organ of the body called liver as it helps in treating jaundice which is a liver function disorder. Jaundice causes yellow pigmentation of the skin and skin membranes because of the increased level of bile pigment called bilirubin.

Bile pigment level increases due to poor liver functions or obstructed bile ducts. During jaundice, it has become very necessary to bring bilirubin level up to the normal as well as normalize the liver functioning which requires lots of medicine and home remedies.

To get fast recovery from jaundice and liver functioning disorders, sugarcane juice acts as best home remedy for such ailments. Some of the benefits are mentioned below:

Strengthens LiverIt acts as natural high energetic drink having refined sugar of low glycaemic index which helps in strengthening the liver.

Treats AciditySugarcane is alkaline in nature which helps in maintaining the acid-base balance and treating acidity.

Maintains Protein in BodyIt fulfils the requirement of protein which was lost during the jaundice fever.

provides Fast RecoverySugarcane provides faster recovery from jaundice if taken a glass of sugarcane juice 2-3 times a day.

Boosts Immune SystemSugarcane juice has lots of antioxidants which makes body immune system stronger to fight against liver infections as well as normalizes the bilirubin level.



Benefits of Sugarcane Juice for Weight Loss

Reduces Weight

• As sugarcane juice reduces the bad cholesterol level in the body and has natural sugar thus helps in reducing the weight.


• Its high soluble fibres content aids a lot in the weight management strategy.

Removes Body ToxinsSugarcane juice cleanses our body, improves the metabolism and detoxifies our body by eliminating all the toxins from the body which aids a lot in the gradual weight loss process.


Benefits of Sugarcane Juice for Diabetes

Maintains Sugar LevelSugarcane is a natural sweetener which does not require other sugar to make it sweet thus beneficial for the diabetic person which does not involve in the disturbing the sugar levels.

Has Low Glycaemic IndexSugarcane juice is very beneficial for the for diabetic patients as it has very low glycaemic index.


Benefits of Sugarcane Juice During Pregnancy

Increases HB Level and Prevents Baby from Birth DefectsBecause of its iron and folates contents it is very beneficial for the pregnant women. It enhances the HB level in the pregnant women as well as prevents the unborn baby from variety of birth defects.


Benefits of Sugarcane Juice for Skin

Prevents from AgeingSugarcane juice has antioxidant property as it has flavonoids and phenolic compounds which makes the skin healthy, shiny, soft, supple, fair as well as prevents from early ageing and wrinkles.

Moisturizes the SkinSugarcane rehydrate and moisturize the body thus makes the skin soft and bright.

Nutritional Benefits of Sugarcane Juice per 1 oz (28.35 g)

(Source: USDA Nutrient database)Protein: 0.20 g
Water: 0.19 g
Ash: 0.66 g
Fat: 0.09 g
Total Calories: 111. 43
Total Carbohydrates: 27.40 g
Sugar: 25.71 g

VitaminsRiboflavin: 0.16 mg
Niacin: 0.20 mg
Pantothenic Acid: 0.09 mg

MineralsIron: 0.57 mg
Magnesium: 2.49 mg
Calcium: 32.57 mg
Phosphorus: 0.01 mg
Potassium: 162.86 mg
Manganese: 0.09 mg
Copper: 0.09 mg

Disadvantages of Sugarcane Juice

• As sugarcane juice has a lot of health benefits, it also has various health risks because of its unhygienic conditions it is prepared in. Sugarcane juice is considered as a best culture medium for the various microorganisms. That’s why it is recommended that drink only fresh juice or the one kept in the freeze. Never drink already made juice or the juice kept outside the freeze.


• The person may be infected with the Chagas disease if he drinks sugarcane juice from the roadside stalls. Drinking sugarcane juice from such places may also be contaminated with the faeces of insect vector which may lead to the serious health hazards.


• Mostly the engines used to crush the sugarcane are used a lot of oil to get moved easily. These oils have harmful effects on the health.

How much Sugarcane Juice should you Drink a Day?Having sugarcane juice on daily basis depends on the individual need and health of the body. A person suffering from jaundice can take more than one glass a day of sugarcane juice (according to the doctor advice) but in limit as it may cause some infections. However, one to two cup of sugarcane juice is enough for a normal and healthy person.

Source: womenplanet.in