Aloe vera is also known as Sotchu Katralai (சோற்றுக் கற்றாழை) in the Tamil name and Kumari in Siddha medicine.
This is a powerful natural healer. Also used to treat women’s health problems and digestive problems, ulcers and reduce body heat.
It contains Vitamins (A, C, E, B12), Calcium, Magnesium, Antioxidants, and supports immunity and overall health.
One of the most effective traditional preparations is “Kumari Jam”, a simple homemade healthy recipe that looks like jam but tastes like halwa.
Ingredients
- Aloe Vera flesh –100 grams
- Jaggery– 100 grams
- Peeled Garlic – 25 grams
Preparation
- Peel the green outer skin of Aloe Vera and take the inner gel.
- Then wash the gel 7 times in clean water.
- Take 100 grams of Aloe Vera gel and 100 g of jaggery in a pan.
- Heat until the jaggery melts.
- Then add 25 g peeled garlic and stir well.
- When garlic is cooked, mash well.
- Finally this recipe mixture will look like jam and taste like halwa.
How to Consume
Take 1–2 teaspoons. After breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Benefits
- Regulates menstrual problems.
- Reduce white discharging.
- Heal stomach ulcer and digestive problems.
- It Relieves piles/hemorrhoids.
- Reduces body heat.
Scientific Benefits
- Women’s HEALTH: Aloe vera phytoestrogens support menstrual cycle balance.
- Digestive Health: Aloe Vera reduces inflammation and the gut problem and helps heal ulcers.
- Anti inflammatory: Garlic, Aloe Vera helps reduce chronic inflammation.
- Detoxification: Jaggery is clean with blood and acts as natural energy.
- Immune support: Rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants to fight infections.
Precautions
1. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take the doctor’s advice before using.
2.Avoid excess intake – may cause loose motion.
3. Diabetic patients on medication should use caution.
Conclusion
Kumari Jam (Aloevera Jam) is a simple Siddha health recipe. When taken in the right quantity, it helps in women’s health, digestion, immunity, and overall wellness.
Dr. Augastina B.S.M.S., PGDY, is a passionate Siddha Doctor with a heart of gold. She believes in healing one step at a time. In her writing, you’ll find not just knowledge, but genuine care and a holistic approach to health and well-being.
