Garcinia Indica or Kokum is a tropical fruit native to the Western Ghats of Maharashtra. It is most commonly used to create kokum sherbet, a revitalising drink that helps to recover from sunstrokes and dehydration.
Ingredients: Garcinia Cambogia
Health Benefits:
- Known to inhibit the enzymes in the body that convert excess carbohydrates to fat, with the added benefit of appetite suppression
- Good source of vitamin C, B complex vitamins and antioxidants
Uses:
- Adds a tart flavour to certain Indian curries
- Makes for a great drink/Sharbat
