Back in the days when packaged health drinks weren’t the norm, simple home remedies ruled the kitchen shelf. One such age-old combination is chhuhara (dried dates) and mishri (rock sugar). Loved by grandparents and quietly slipping into lunchboxes of many Indian homes, this pair is often considered a magical mix, especially for children in the sweltering heat.
It’s easy to assume this duo is just a traditional sweet treat, but it actually hides several health secrets under its sugary skin. Here are five reasons why this dry fruit and sugar crystal combination deserves a place in every child’s summer diet.
