How many calories does one piece of Kaju Mysore Pak have?

One  piece of Kaju Mysore Pak gives 631 calories. Out of which carbohydrates comprise 58 calories, proteins account for 4 calories and remaining calories come from fat which is 570 calories.  One  piece of Kaju Mysore Pak provides about 32 percent of the total daily calorie requirement of a standard adult diet of 2,000 calories.

Delicate honeycombs of cashewnuts, a true delicacy that simply melts in the mouth. Making this requires your full attention.

Is Kaju Mysore Pak healthy?

No, Kaju Mysore Pak is tasty but not healthy. Kaju Mysore Pak is made of plain flour (Maida), sugar and loads of fat. 

Let's understand why?

What's good.

Cardamom, Elaichi : Cardamom has essential oil which is known to be effective is killing bacteria. This antimicrobial power of cardamom helps in relieving some stomach rpoblems like stomachache, cramps, flatulence etc. The sweet yet strong aroma of cardamom makes it perfect to control Halitosis (bad breath). The mineral manganese in cardamom may help in the lower blood sugar levels and good for diabetics. See detailed benefits of cardamom

Cashew Nuts (kaju) : In general, walnuts, cashew nuts, peanuts, almonds, pistachios and pinenuts are a healthy snack to carry keep with you as they are rich in monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats and good for heart. They are a healthy snack for Diabetics. Dietary intakes of cashew and other foods rich in magnesium helps to regulate blood pressure. See 9 amazing benefits of cashew nuts for complete details. 

What's the problem?

Plain flour : This recipe uses 1/3 cup of plain flour or maida which is refined carb not suitable for healthy lifestyle. Maida consumption in any food should be totally avoided or just a little bit of usage as any consumption of this will cause a larger spike in blood levels which is not good for diabetics, heart patients. Read is maida good for you to understand fully.

Sugar : Sugar is also called white poison. It is a simple carbohydrate with zero nutritional value. On intake, sugar will cause inflammation of the body which will last for many hours. It will spike your blood sugar level and shut down the fat burning process. To live a healthy life, try and cut sugar which from your diet. It requires a slow and deliberate attempt to do it. Find hidden sugar in packaged foods and drinks and stop having those products. Did you know that a can of your favourite soft drink is estimated to have 1/2 cup of sugar. 

Note : 1 cup = 200 ml (standard cup available in the market). The weight in grams varies for each ingredient.

Can Diabetics, Heart patients and over weight individuals have kaju mysore pak?

No, this recipe is not good for diabetics, heart and weight loss. Since the fat levels are so high, this recipe is not suited for diabetics. Sugar used in the recipe is also called white poison. It is a simple carbohydrate with zero nutritional value. On intake, sugar will cause inflammation of the body which will last for many hours. It will spike your blood sugar level and shut down the fat burning process. To live a healthy life, try and cut sugar which from your diet. It requires a slow and deliberate attempt to do it.

What is a healthier Indian dessert option ?

We suggest you try low fat gajjar halwa recipe which uses dates as a sweetener and low fat milk which works well for diabetics. Also Dry fruits stuffed dates is healthy. Make oats and mixed nuts ladoo recipe which is sweetened by jaggery,  oats and dates kheer and anjeer and mixed nuts barfi (not for diabetics).

Anjeer and Mixed Nut Barfi

Can healthy individuals have kaju mysore pak?

No, Kaju Mysore pak is very high in fat and will cause inflammation to the body and result in fat storage if had. Note that most of the ghee is drained out at the end of the cooking process so you can still have this mithai once in a while.

How to burn 631 calories that come from one piece of Kaju Mysore Pak?

Walking (6 kmph)             =  3 hrs 9 mins

Running (11 kmph)           =  1 hr 3 mins

Cycling (30 kmph)            =  1 hr 24 mins       

Swimming (2 kmph)         =   1 hr 48 mins

Note: These values are approximate and calorie burning differs in each individual.