Gond Katira is considered very beneficial in summer, but it is very important to use it properly. Actually, it is full of cooling properties, hence it helps in keeping the body cool and is also considered helpful in preventing heat stroke. But if you make it a part of your diet in summer, then it is important to know the right way to consume it first. If Gond Katira is not consumed properly, it can cause problems like stomach cramps, heaviness etc. There is a mistake that most people make while eating Gond Katira. So let us know how to eat it.
What is the biggest mistake?
Often people eat Gond Katira directly (without soaking) or use it after soaking it lightly. This is the biggest mistake.
keep this in mind
- Gond Katira should always be eaten after soaking it in water overnight.
- Dry or undercooked (less wet) gond katira swells in the stomach. This may cause stomach cramps, heaviness, indigestion, gas.
What is the correct way?
Take 1–2 spoons of Gond Katira. Soak it in a glass of water overnight (8–10 hours). By morning it will swell and become jelly-like (translucent). Then you can eat it by mixing it in thandai, sherbet, milk, falooda.
How much quantity to take?
1–2 spoons (soaked) daily is enough. Taking excessive amounts may affect digestion.
Benefits (when taken correctly)
- Keeps the body cool.
- Helps in protection from heat stroke.
- Improves digestion.
- Considered good for bones and joints.