Gulkand: Health benefits of this delicious rose jam

By:Rohtki Arora, Updated: Dec 28, 2021 | 14:34 IST
Gulkand
The nutritional benefits of Gulkand or the sweet preserve of rose petals make it an important ingredient in cooking. Gulkand is a sweet paste made from rose petals. It has so many important health benefits that it is commonly used in Ayurvedic medicines and treatments.

Gulkand has a unique taste and smell which is why it is used to make the traditional paan and mouth fresheners. Using a certain amount of gulkand in daily life can reap many benefits.

Nutritional benefits per 10 grams of Gulland:

NUTRITIONAL FACT

 MEASURE
Calories

 12 to 15
Carbohydrates

 4.13 grams
Fiber

 0.85 grams
Sugar

 3.3 grams
Water

 4.3 grams
Total fat

 0 grams
Total cholesterol

 0 grams
Sodium

 0 grams


Following are the health and nutritional benefits of gulkand:

1. Rich in nutrients: Gulkand has 85 to 95% water content. It is an excellent source of vitamin C, B, E and K. It is also a good source of carotene, calcium, magnesium and copper. Antioxidants and flavonoids are also present in abundance in gulkand.

2. Natural coolant: As gulkand acts as a cooling agent, it helps treat problems related to excess heat in the body. Problems like fatigue, aches, itch and lethargy can be cured with the help of gulkand.

3. Best rejuvenator: Gulkand not only helps to detoxify the body but also maintains healthy and glowing skin. It is used in cleansers as it has properties that protect the skin from dust, pollution and wear & tear.

4. Cure for constipation: The sugar content in gulkand helps in drawing liquids in the intestines promoting easy and regular bowel movements. It is believed to be totally safe for women who are expecting as well.

5. Treatment for mouth ulcers: Mouth ulcers are caused due to excess heat in the body and can be quite painful. Gulkand is effective in removing extra body heat and thus gives relief from mouth ulcers.



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