Tiny snack mighty benefits: Roasted Chana benefits you didn't know

Written by: Ehsan Siddiqui Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra 23 September 2025

[{"selector":"#anim-de3b807d-e591-4180-9efd-2d5a9d66e6aa","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-21417ad8-77b7-425f-a234-48339f543c5d","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0px, 138.72645%, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Tired of munching on unhealthy snacks that lack nutrition and make you feel guilty. Here's why roasted chana can be the perfect snack for you. Photo Credit: Freepik

Nutritional Powerhouse

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Boosts Digestion

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Low GI

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Good For Bone Health

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Supports Heart Health

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