Tragacanth Gum / Gond Katira is a plant gum. There are amazing health benefits of Gond Katira / Gondh Katira which the author highlights in this article.
Whats is Gond Katira?
Gond Katira (Tragacanth Gum) has a cooling effect on the body. It is a solid gum in white or light yellow colour which becomes soft after absorbing water once soaked in it. Source
It is very useful if consumed during summers. It is usually consumed mixed in lemon water or in milk.
Why Gond Katira?
It cools down the heat formed in the body. in addition to it, it is a good source of protein & folic acid which prevent many health conditions in the body. let us learn what all diseases & conditions can be prevented with the use of Tragacanth Gum or Gond Katira.
Health Benefits of Gond Katira (Tragacanth Gum):
1. Boost your energy
If you are feeling weakness in the body or you tend to get tired easily with minimal exertion, then using Tragacanth Gum can be beneficial. You can consume Katira Gond / Tragacanth Gum in milk & sugar in the morning and you will feel fresh through the day.
2. Prevents Heat Stroke
In peak summers, the cooling benefits of Tragacanth Gum or Katira Gond can prevent heat stroke or sun-stroke in people who have to go who stay outdoors in a hot climate. It can be consumed even twice daily as soaked in a chilled beverage like milkshake or sharbats.
3. Helps in Constipation
Gond Katira is an amazing laxative i.e. it can stimulate the evacuation of bowel movement. If you are facing the problem of constipation frequently, then try taking tragacanth gum daily.
4. Pregnant Women
Tragacanth Gum or Katira Gond has high nutritional value. This is the reason it can be used during pregnancy because a woman requires better nutrition for their and their baby’s health. Generally, Sugar or jaggery containing Ladoos or handmade balls of Gond Katira mixed with a finely ground powder of channa (Bengal gram ) or Dal (Lentil) are given to pregnant ladies since ages in India.
5. Improves burning sensation in hands & Feet
It improves burning sensation in hands & feet as it is a common problem in some people. For this, 2 teaspoons of Tragacanth Gum (Gond Katira) should be soaked in a glass of water & should be consumed in the morning with sweetened drinks or milk.
6. Heals Mouth Ulcers
If you are suffering from mouth ulcers, you can use finely ground paste of Gond Katira on your ulcers for a fast immediate relief. It helps by reducing the inflammation thereby reducing redness & pain caused by ulcers.
7. Helps in Weight Loss
Katira Gond or Tragacanth Gum is rich in fiber & has the properties to boost the metabolism of the body. High fiber content means more satiety & lower frequency of hunger pangs. The increased metabolic rate would automatically increase energy requirements of the body thereby leaving a lesser number of calories to get converted to fat. So, if you intend to lose extra body weight or are on weight maintenance diet, Gond Katira can help you up to a great extent.
8. Good For Glowing Skin
Katira Gond is wonderful for the skin as it contains soluble fiber that detoxifies the system & helps to improve the complexion & glow of the skin.
Eating Gond Katira daily can work wonders in improving the skin quality by reducing the wrinkles and improving the elasticity of the skin thereby working as an anti-aging remedy for the skin.
Prepare Mask For Glowing Skin
You can also apply a mask prepared with soaked Gond Katira Powder with 3 teaspoons of almond powder, 3 teaspoons of milk, 1 egg white mixed with 10 teaspoons of rose water. Mix all these ingredients well till it becomes like a paste and then apply on your face and neck. let it dry for 15 minutes and face it finally with water for a glowing wrinkle free skin.
9. Can improve the Immune System
If you have recurrent infections such as a cough & cold and have a compromised immunity, you can have amazing results in improving your defence against infections by consuming Gond Katira or Tragacanth Gum.
10. Improves Libido in men
Whether you have low libido or you suffer from early discharge or nightfall, regular use of Tragacanth Gum or Katira Gond can help you tremendously.
