India, April 24 -- If you are on social media, you must have seen several health gurus and influencers suggesting consuming gond katira in the summers. But why is this crystalline herb, acquired from the sap of the plant Locoweed (Astragalus gummifer shrubs), good for your health?

Gond katira, or Tragacanth gum, is valued for its natural cooling and health-benefiting properties. In a post shared by Deepsikha Jain on Instagram on April 22, the nutritionist listed its various benefits. She said, "These diamond crystals are so good for health. Gond katira is a summer superfood which can help you stay hydrated and also maintain good bone density! Soak it prior to and then add in any fluids of your choice."

In the clip, Deepsikha points out ...