Malabar Tamarind
Malabar tamarind, popularly known as kadampuli or puli, is found in the backyard of almost every Kerala home. Now, science says it could help you lose weight, besides treating stomach ailments.
Malabar tamarind, a pumpkin-looking fruit that is popularly known as kudampuli or puli in Malayalam and Tamil, is the trendy cousin of mangosteen. The tree is popularly found across India and grows in almost every backyard in Kerala.
The fruit is known as kudampuli in Malayalam language and it is traditionally used as a souring agent in the preparation of some curries. Many traditional recipes use the fruit’s extract and rind due to the sour flavor that it lends to the food.
Health Benefits
The consumption of Malabar tamarind can help reduce inflammation, decrease insulin levels, control blood sugar, boost the digestive process, release happy hormones, protect against stomach ulcers, control cholesterol etc
