Kokam (كوكام)

Kokum Fruit, Leaves & Petals

Kokam (كوكام) | kokum | garcinia indica

Kokam (كوكام) – Read all about Kokam (كوكام) in this section. Find and try some popular recipes too. I will be very happy and look forward to receiving your comments on these.

What is Kokam (كوكام)? Kokam (كوكام) is the Arabic name for Kokam (Garcinia indica). Kokam (كوكام) is used as a garnish to give an acid flavour to curries and for preparing attractive, red, pleasant flavoured cooling syrup. It acts as an antioxidant, acidulant and appetite stimulant and helps in fight cancer, paralysis and cholesterol. The kokam fruit is also a good digestive tonic and used to improve skin health. Kokum has a long history in Ayurvedic medicine. It was traditionally used for treatment of different health related problems like sores, dermatitis, diarrhea, dysentery, ear infection and to facilitate digestion.

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