Kokum is a fruit that closely resembles a cherry, and it is a staple ingredient in various Indian cuisines. Its dried form is used as a substitute for tamarind in gravies due to its sour taste. Kokum juices and sherbets are also widely popular for their refreshing taste and cooling properties.

Health benefits of Kokum: 

1. Kokum is an age-old remedy for reducing acidity and issues caused by indigestion. It is also effective against diarrhea and helps to remove worms from the stomach and help maintain a healthy gut. There is a famous Maharashtrian drink called ‘Sol Kadhi’ that is made with coconut milk and kokum, is pink in colour and is drunk after a meal to help digestion. 

2. Kokum is used in Ayurveda to treat stomach ulcers. Kokum juice is also used as a medicine against sores and wounds in rural India. The rind of the fruit is also sometimes applied directly to the wound site for relief.

3. Kokum helps in regulating cholesterol levels and maintaining good heart health. Its extracts are also an effective remedy for weight loss.

4. Kokum sherbet during summers helps keep the body heat in check.

So do try to include it in your diet and its wonderful effects on your body. 

Tags

• Kokum
• Sherbat
• Sol
• Kadhi
• Juice
• Ayurveda

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