Makar Sankranti 2025: Top Benefits Of Eating Khichdi

By Vanshika Gaur
13 Jan 2025, 08:00 IST

What is Makar Sankranti?

Makar Sankranti 2025 will be celebrated on 14th January, marking the completion of the Sun's transition into the Capricorn zodiac (known as Makar). It is an important harvest festival, celebrated by flying kites and bonfires and eating delicious foods such as ‘Tilgul’, ‘Khichdi’, etc.

Importance of Khichdi on this day

The tradition of eating Khichdi on this day is related to its nutritional value, providing the body with warmth and energy. It also symbolises the end of winter and the beginning of long and warmer days. Tap to read the health benefits of Khichdi.

Nutritious Delight

This healthy and delicious food is a great source of carbohydrates, fibre, calcium, vitamins and more. Adding vegetables enhances its flavour.

Enhances Immunity

This protein-packed food also helps control cholesterol levels, making it an immunity booster and beneficial for heart health.

Easily Digestible

Khichdi is easy on the stomach and intestines, making it an ideal nutritious meal for sick people, babies, and elders.

Naturally Gluten-Free

Pulses and rice are naturally gluten-free, therefore, making it light, easy to digest, and healthy. It is best for people who avoid gluten.

Balance Blood Sugar

The complex carbohydrates in Khichdi help prevent spikes and crashes in blood sugar levels, keeping energy and insulin levels stable.

Information Credits

The benefits of khichdi were discussed by dietician Arushi Gupta from Dayanand Medical College and Hospital, Ludhiana during a conversation with Only My Health