English
ਮਾਫ਼ ਕਰਨਾ, ਇਹ ਖਬਰ ਤੁਹਾਡੀ ਬੇਨਤੀ ਭਾਸ਼ਾ ਵਿੱਚ ਉਪਲਬਧ ਨਹੀਂ ਹੈ। ਕਿਰਪਾ ਕਰਕੇ ਇੱਥੇ ਦੇਖੋ।
What is Kokum? It’s a small cherry like summer fruit, which is of red in color. It is widely found in the Western Ghat region of India.
Health Benefits of Kokum
Good for Acidity
Kokum is an age-old homemade fix for acidity. Dried Kokum consumed in a sherbet or juice form can help reduce acidity. Simply add sugar, salt, and chilled water to dried Kokum to make delicious kokum sherbet to relieve acidity.
Better Digestion
Kokum can be helpful for people suffering from digestion issues. Conditions like dysentery and constipation can be effectively dealt with by having kokum. Antioxidants in kokum help in improving texture of hair and skin. It has anti-ageing properties which helps in repair and regeneration of cells.
Also Anti-inflammatory
It also reduces inflammation in the body due to its anti-inflammatory properties. Kokum is known to fight cholesterol and strengthens the cardio-vascular system. Kokum is used in cooking to add sour taste, its sweet smell and color to the food. It is used as an alternative for tamarind in curries and dals.
High Antioxidant
The high antioxidant activity of kokum adds one more positive attribute to its known medicinal properties and hence its use in cooking, home-remedies and as a soft drink may be promoted.
Anti-aging properties
Kokum butter is probably best known for its role as a potent emollient, or moisturizing agent.If you have dry, sensitive skin and want to try kokum butter, it may be a good idea to start with a small amount to test your tolerance
Keeps the Heat Away
Kokum, a red fruit, is among the many fruits used by coastal people to beat the heat during summer. People in Mangalore are now using this fruit to quench their thirst, said a merchant at Central Market. Kokum is rich in vitamin C and other anti-oxidants.
