New Delhi, May 3 (IANS). The heat wave is increasing in many parts of the country. The temperature is continuously increasing. In such a situation, instead of drinking packaged cold drinks from the market, it is beneficial to consume traditional home-made Thandai to quench the thirst. Along with taste, Thandai also gives coolness and energy, which keeps both body and mind fresh in summer.
Drinking homemade thandai during the summer season not only quenches thirst but also provides essential nutrition to the body. It is a drink to be consumed during festivals and hot days. Health experts advise to consume home-made and natural thandai instead of market beverages in summer. This will keep both body and mind fresh and health will also improve.
According to health experts, cold drinks and packaged thandai available in the market contain high amount of sugar. This can cause problems like weight gain, stomach upset and fatigue. At the same time, homemade thandai is made from completely natural materials, which do not contain any chemicals or artificial colors. Thandai is made from almonds, saffron, fennel, poppy seeds, rose petals and various spices. This drink instantly cools the body in summers, improves digestion, increases immunity, calms the mind and makes the skin glowing.
Consuming Thandai provides many benefits. It gives energy to the body along with natural coolness. Strengthens the digestive system. Removes fatigue and keeps good mood.
The method of making thandai is also easy. To make Thandai, take fennel, poppy seeds, black pepper, cardamom, watermelon-pumpkin cores, almonds, cashew nuts, pistachios, saffron and rose petals. Clean all these ingredients and soak them in water for 2-3 hours or overnight. Grind the soaked ingredients finely in a mixer. Take cold milk in a jug and mix the paste well in it. Add sugar or jaggery as per taste. Finally, serve by sprinkling saffron, rose petals, ice cubes and chopped almonds and pistachios on top.
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