Gond Katira | Tragacanth Gum

Gond Katira is a crystalline herb acquired from the sap of the plant Locoweed (Astragalus gummier shrubs). It is also known as Tragacanth gum which is valued for its natural cooling and health-benefiting properties. This herb has been used since times immemorial in Ayurvedic medicine for healing a host of health conditions like cough and dysentery. Gond Kaitra is a jelly-like compound that is odourless and tasteless, appears white or pale-yellow solid crystal and dissolves in water and takes the form of soft jelly. Gond katira is cultivated mainly in Middle Eastern countries and Western Asia. Having this natural coolant keeps the body cool in the extreme summer season and fends off several health anomalies.

Uses:

-Mix Gond Katira with water to make refreshing drinks, lemonade, milkshakes etc

-Make a fine paste of this ingredient and apply it on burns to heal the wounds

-Used as a thickening agent while making sauces and other dishes to add extra texture to food

-Have Gond Katira with milk to get a sound sleep

Beauty and health benefits of consistent use: