Pigeon Pea/Arhar/Tuar Dal

Toor dal, commonly known as arhar dal, is a part of the legume family that includes peas, beans, and lentils. It is also known as 'pigeon peas'. It is an oval, yellow pulse that is widely used in Indian households as a staple food item.

Toor dal is rich in protein that might help avoid type 2 diabetes. It is found that in patients with diabetes and cholesterol, regular intake of toor dal may lower their blood sugar and cholesterol. It may decrease in total cholesterol and LDL (bad cholesterol) due to its antioxidant activity and high fibre content.