Gulkand

Description

Gulkand is a sweet preserve of rose petals with mishri and Honey from the Indian subcontinent. It is a Indian traditional recipe used for skin, constipation, acidity and many more. You will find lot of details on internet about it and its history. Gulkand could be found in every house in india and also used in paan (betel leaf and Gulkand with fennel seeds. Is doesn’t relate with sexual wellness products.

Alternative names:- Rose petal jam
Course :- consumed mainly after having meals, owing to its nature of firing the digestion
Main ingredients:- Rose petals, sugar
Variations:- can be made with either jaggery(traditional uncentrifuged cane sugar) or Honey Gulkand, or Gulqand, is a sweet preserve of rose petals from the Indian Subcontinent. Gul means flower in both Persian and Urdu and derives from their ancestors language Sanskrit term ful or pushpa meaning flower[citation needed]; whereas qand means sweet in Persian. In Turkish it is known as Gül Reçeli.

Benefits of Gulkand:-

• Gulkand is a powerful antioxidant and a very good rejuvenator.
• Consuming 1 – 2 teaspoons of gulkand helps to reduce acidity and stomach heat. It also helps in treating ulcers and prevents swelling in the intestine.
• Gulkand helps to treat mouth ulcers, strengthens teeth and gums.
• It can be used to treat dysmenorrhoea and is effective in relieving menstrual pain. It is also helpful in treating excessive white discharge problem.
• A very good digestive tonic – helps to improve appetite, improves digestion and corrects digestive problems.
• Gulkand helps to remove toxins from the body and purifies blood. Thus, it helps in giving a clear complexion and prevents the occurrence of various skin problems such as acne, boils, whiteheads etc.
• Helps to reduce excessive perspiration and foul body odour.
• Having two teaspoons of gulkand before venturing outdoors can help prevent sunstroke and may reduce nostril-bleeding.

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