Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Product Review of Nannari Sarbhat


Company: Sumo Food Products
Country: India
Product: Nannari Sarbhat (a beverage)

One of the hottest categories in the beverage market is “Organic”. The growing understanding of the connection between diet and health has made natural and organic products the most dynamic area of the food retailing business.

Sumo Food Products’ “nannari sarbhat” makes a delicious summer drink when mixed with cold water. A dash of lime is also added to taste better. It can also be added to drinking soda. It quenches thirst, cools the body, and reduces the burning sensation of the body. It is antibacterial and its astringent properties prevent infection and help in the healing of ulcers. It is used as a laxative to relieve constipation. Its diaphoretic properties, that is, sweat inducing properties induce copious perspiration, thereby reducing the temperature. The organic value of this drink is high.

“Nannari” is a herb seen grown in hilly areas in India. The roots and seeds are used in ayurveda and for preparing Sherbet (summer drink). The roots contain resins, tannin, essential oil and glycoside. It is commonly called Indian Sarsaparilla (Hemidesmus indicus). The plant is used as tonic, alterative, demulcent, diaphoretic, diuretic and blood purifier. It is used for in cases of nutritional disorders, urinary diseases and skin infections. It stimulates the flow of bile and removes toxins from the body. It is a good diuretic and increases flow of urine three to four times. It is also considered to be good for hair growth. Small doses of the root extract is claimed to improve the general health, plumpness, clearness, and strength.

Around 20-30 ml sarbath has to be mixed with 100ml of water. This drink is the root extract of Indian Sarsaparilla (Hemidesmus indicus). It does not contain any added colour or flavour. Price is also reasonable. 750ml costs only Rs.64 in Indian States. It has a shelf life of one year. It is yellowish brown colored. It is available in various organic retail outlets. Addition of rose petals, lotus petals, milk, honey or palm sugar to the decoction, make it a refreshing summer drink. This is a common summer drink in South India.

People who are looking for healthier beverage products ought to try this drink. It is a safe alternative to your thirst quenching drinks that contains chemicals.

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