Health and Beauty Benefits of Kokum Juice

By Dr. Reena Prajapat on May 28, 2019

Benefits of Kokum Juice

It is difficult to imagine that the pink sour and sweet drink that is locally known as kokum sherbet and is served in every household of southern coastal India could one day be recognized as anti-carcinogenic. Kokum also is known as Bindin, Katambi, Amsool, etc is a fruit-bearing plant which is known as Garcinia indica, it has many health benefits and is widely used in the pharmaceutical and culinary world.

Benefits of Kokum Juice

it is also known as Mangosteen or red mango in English. It is native to western ghats of India and is found in riversides, wastelands, and forest lands. It is commonly found in the evergreen forest but it can easily thrive in low rainfall areas as well. It does not demand irrigation and spraying of pesticides and fertilizers is also not needed.

Kokum is commonly seen in the cuisines of Maharashtra, Gujarat and southern states of India but the numerous health benefits of this simple spice make it ideal to be included in your daily diet.
Kokum is often dried and used. It gives pinkish purple color to your food and has a refreshing sour taste. The fruit season usually lasts from March to May. It can be consumed in many ways, you can consume it raw or have the sun-dried version. It can easily be used as a substitute for tomatoes, tamarind or dried raw mango powder in your curries. Kokum has amazing nutritional benefits, the following are the health benefits of kokum.

Helps in Digestion

Kokum is known for its contribution in most of the digestive illness, it helps in relieving flatulence and the fruit is widely used in the treatment of dysentery. It also helps in alleviating acidity and constipation. Ayurvedic physicians also recommend kokum for treating stomach ulcers and diarrhea. Approximately 500 mg of dried kokum powder is recommended during constipation, it is advised to consume it in the night for better results.

Helps in Digestion

A mixture of dried kokum, ginger and honey is taken for quick relief in flatulence and stomach ache. Simply adding kokum in water and sipping it throughout the day helps in indigestion.

Anti aging properties

Kokum is a powerhouse of vitamins and essential nutrients, like citric acid and malic acid. It can be your secret to looking young forever. It is a good source of ascorbic acid, potassium, and manganese. It helps in regeneration and repair of damaged cells in the body. vitamin C helps in boosting your immunity. Garcinol, which is harvested from kokum and is widely appreciated for centuries for its antioxidant properties.

Anti aging properties

Emerging evidence also suggests anti-carcinogenic properties of Garcinol. When applied topically it also helps in clearing pores of the skin and keeps the skin youthful and clean.

Anti-inflammatory

Kokum fruits have amazing anti-inflammatory properties, it is used in treatments of allergies, burns and hives and rashes. It can also be used in rheumatoid pain. Likewise, the presence of Garcinol in kokum helps in preventing inflammation.

Female Health

Kokum is beneficial in dealing with delays in menstrual periods and menstrual cramps. Painful periods often cause anxiety and depression in females, they make her feel exhausted and drained. Kokum juice is known to regulate the menstrual cycle.

Female Health

Helps in Weight Loss

If you are trying to lose weight include kokum as a natural weight loss aid. It helps in regulating cholesterol and recently hydroxycitric acid (HCA) which is extracted from the rind of the fruit has been recognized as hypo cholesterol anemic agent. It has potential anti-obesity properties and suppresses fatty acid synthesis and food intake. HCA is a natural appetite suppressant it prevents cravings and hunger pangs.

Helps in Weight Loss

Good for skin

Kokum butter is widely used in the cosmetic industry in lotions, lip balms, soaps, and creams. It has a high melting point and is considered relatively stable exotic butter. It does not need refrigeration and it is believed to reduce degeneration of cells in the body. it also helps in restoring the elasticity of skin cells by enhancing the production of collagen. Kokum is a storehouse of antioxidants it helps in delaying the signs of aging. It effectively treats dry and cracked skin and moisturizes your skin effectively.

Good for Heart Health

Kokum is good for heart patients, it regulates levels of cholesterol in the body. likewise, it also helps in reducing congestions in the heart.

Natural Coolant

Kokum has natural refrigerant properties, its infusion is used for prevention of heat stroke. Kokum based sherbets are especially recommended in the hot sweltering summer season. It is known to have a cooling effect and act as a natural energizer, it helps in revitalizing your energy and restores all the essential nutrients in the body.

Natural Coolant

So go ahead, add kokum juice, kokum sherbet, and kokum infused water to your diets to get the innumerable and versatile health benefits of this desi superfood.

Dr Reena Prajapat is a dentist, she post graduated in hospital management from Apollo Institute of hospital Administration, Hyderabad. Her strong belief in natural and home remedies lead her to Pursue bachelor in naturopathy.

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