Garcinia indica
Garcinia indica and its active ingredient, HCA (hydroxycitric acid) have been extensively studied for over thirty years and found to be effective in inhibiting lipogenesis, suppressing appetite and encouraging weight-loss. Normally, in our body excess carbohydrates or calories are converted into cholesterol or fat and they are stored in the adipose tissue. This makes people gain weight. Garcinia decreases the rate of dietary carbohydrate conversion to fat and cholesterol, while increasing glycogen production.
It suppresses appetite thus reducing food consumption. It also potentially increases caloric burning thereby elevating the body’s production of heat. It is nature’s answer to weight loss. Kokum has a substance called Garcinol which is the main reason for its ability to boost immunity. Garcinol helps in killing bacteria. It also helps to reduce inflammation in the body. Garcinol is a powerful antioxidant which enhances the immunity of the body. According to studies, people who consume kokum regularly suffer from diseases less frequently than others.
Our body suffers a lot due to the detrimental effects of sun and heat. It is known as the cool king of Indian fruits due to its cooling capabilities. Kokum cools down our body when it gets heated excessively. It protects us from sunburns, suntan, heatstroke and all the possible problems caused by sun exposure. You can also make kokum juice and drink it during hot summer months. It protects you from getting dehydrated due to the hot sun. Kokum enhances the health of our digestive system to a great extent. It helps to avoid constipation, flatulence and indigestion or dyspepsia. Kokum also helps to treat acidity or gastritis. When a mixture of Kokum, sugar, and salt is taken regularly, it helps in combating acidity or gastritis eventually. In order to get rid of flatulence, kokum is taken along with ginger and honey. Kokum contains antioxidants which play a vital role in preventing many diseases including heart diseases. It is a good source of dietary potassium. Our heart requires potassium in good amounts to function properly. So, the potassium content of kokum maintains proper functioning of our heart muscles.