Sambar Powder

Sambar powder has anti-tumorigenic properties, that is, it counteracts the formation of tumours. Sambar powder consists of coriander seeds, fenugreek seeds, turmeric rhizomes, black pepper, curry leaves, cumin seeds and asafoetida.

Dr S. V. S. S. Prasad, an oncologist, says that if properly made, sambar is a very nutritious dish. “The properties of the spices used helps bowel movement thereby reducing the risk of colon cancer. Sambar is not a spicy dish and therefore doesn’t affect the lining of the intestine and actually prevents development of dimethylhydrazine, which is a factor of colon cancer.”