Beating the summer heat naturally
Ice apple known as Tadgola/Targola in Hindi (Sanskrit: Tāla , Latin: Borassus flabellifer) is best suited to beat the summer heat naturally. It is a translucent, jelly-like soft, and highly refreshing fruit of the palmyra palm tree. Properties: Taste ( Rasa ): Sweet ( Madhura rasa ). Qualities ( Guna ): Cooling ( Sheeta guna ). Dosha : Pitta shamana. Karma : Restorative tonic, Aphrodisiac. Anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, diuretic. Benefits: Nutritive, cools the body during summer. Uses: Fever. Urinary disorders. Prevents scurvy. Fresh, non-alcoholic sap from palm trees ( Neera ) helps combat dehydration and muscle cramps. Fermented palm sap has probiotic properties and may boost digestion and stamina. Starchy flour made after drying tender nut ( Taalatan ) is used to make porridge for patients. Dosage: Fresh sap ( Neera ): 50–200 ml daily, empty stomach in the morning (use: cooling, hydration as electrolyte rich). Palm jelly: 10–20 gm after meals (Use: digestive aid). Drie...