ISLAMABAD, June 18 (APP): `Imli and Aaloo Bukhara’ drink is a
perfect drink to beat the heat of hot month of Ramzan Iftar and a much
healthier alternative to carbonated colas.
`Imli and Aaloo Bukhara’ are consumed in Ramzan for its
cooling effect as well as for other nutritional qualities.
`Imli’ (Tamarind) contains many volatile phytochemicals such
as limonene, geraniol, .safrole, cinnamic acid, methyl salicylate,
pyrazine and alkylthiazoles. Together, these compounds account for
the medicinal properties of tamarind.
Accoring to a health expert “The health benefits of
`Imli'(Tamarind) have .been well-studied and include the ability to
reduce inflammation throughout the body, improve eye health, boost
respiratory health, .heal skin conditions, improve the digestive
system, relieve pain, increase the strength of the immune system,
reduce fever,. lower cholesterol to improve cardiovascular health,
treat piles, .prevent cancer, and even protect children against
parasites and worms.”
`Aaloo Bukhara’ (Plum) is a good source of vitamin B1, B2, B3,
B-6 and vitamin E. The minerals present in plums include .potassium,
fluoride, phosphorous, magnesium, iron, calcium and zinc.
Plums also supply dietary fiber .and offer very low calories
without any harmful fat.
The blend of these two amazingly nutritional fruits provide. a
complete nutrition at Iftar time to boost energy.
A house-wife Sana batool said,” I have tried `Imli and Aaloo
bukhara’ drink,.its very refreshing in the hot summer
months,specially in Ramzan.its very tasty and a much healthier
alternative to colas.My family love to have this drink .at Iftar
time.”
A `Imli and Aaloo Bukhara’ drink stall holder Amjad Ali at
super market said,” Its taste is divine. and one will fail to stop
hands once he taste it. It is a perfect drink for Ramzan.In Ramzan
people take away the drink to home for Iftar.”
“`Imli and Aaloo Bukhara’ drink is a perfect blend of
tamarind,. dried plums, caster sugar, black salt, sugar, and crushed
ice,” he added.