Organic chana dal is also known as gram dal or bengal gram dal. It is made by splitting whole organic gram (chickpeas or chana) and removing the outer layer. Chana dal is a staple item in every indian household and is also very popular with those with diabetes as chana dal has an extremely low glycemic index. This food is very low in saturated fat and cholesterol. It is also a good source of dietary fiber vitamin b6 and folate and a very good source of manganese.