Kokum (ਕੋਕੁਮ)

Kokum Fruit, Leaves & Petals

Kokum (ਕੋਕੁਮ) | kokum | garcinia indica

Kokum (ਕੋਕੁਮ) – Read all about Kokum (ਕੋਕੁਮ) 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 Kokum (ਕੋਕੁਮ)? Kokum (ਕੋਕੁਮ) is the Punjabi name for Kokam (Garcinia indica). Kokum (ਕੋਕੁਮ) 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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