The secret of fitness of the hills has been found, after eating it, the body will be like iron, crop one, dish thousand

Bageshwar: The monsoon season not only brings greenery and beauty to the mountainous regions of Uttarakhand. Rather, this time is also very special for agriculture. Especially in hilly districts like Bageshwar, this season is considered ideal for maize cultivation. In the month of July, farmers sow maize through traditional methods. The crop is ready by August-September. ”Due to good rains, maize crop is bumper here. Becomes an important part of the livelihood of the villagers.

Mecca is the traditional crop of the mountain
Mecca is considered to be the traditional crop of mountains. People here still hold special places in the kitchen of people, corn rotis, corn and maize. It is not only wonderful in taste, but its health benefits are also countless. Mecca contains powerful antioxidants like lutein and jacksantin. Which help in improving eyesight. It also protects the eyes from harmful UV rays. Due to which the risk of problems like cataract is reduced in old age.

These vitamins are found in maize

Apart from this, maize is abundant of fiber, vitamin B1, B5 and folate, which improve digestion. Reduce the risk of heart diseases. The fiber present in it helps in controlling cholesterol. It helps in keeping the heart healthy. Not only this, maize is gluten-free. Therefore, it is also a good option for gluten allergies.

Every thing of maize is worth using
In rural areas of Bageshwar, maize is cultivated with collective efforts. Women play an active role in every stage from sorting seeds to drying corn. After harvesting, maize is dried in shade, then it is used as food grains throughout the year. Maize stalks and leaves are also used as animals fodder.