{"id":579606,"date":"2026-05-12T09:56:08","date_gmt":"2026-05-12T09:56:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/579606\/"},"modified":"2026-05-12T09:56:08","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T09:56:08","slug":"chef-sanjeev-kapoor-shares-bel-ka-sharbat-recipe-calls-it-a-natural-remedy-for-stomach-health-and-digestion-issues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/579606\/","title":{"rendered":"Chef Sanjeev Kapoor shares bel ka sharbat recipe, calls it a \u2018natural remedy\u2019 for stomach health and digestion issues"},"content":{"rendered":"

Chef Sanjeev Kapoor has shared a refreshing and traditional summer drink that brings together taste, wellness, and nostalgia\u2014bel sharbat. Calling it a natural remedy for digestive health<\/a>, the chef recently posted the recipe on Instagram, highlighting its benefits for the stomach, hydration, and overall immunity.<\/p>\n

\"SanjeevSanjeev Kapoor introduces bel sharbat, a traditional summer drink made from wood apple. (Instagram)<\/p>\n

In his May 11 post, he described the drink as more than just a seasonal cooler, writing that it helps with \u201cdigestion, acidity, keeps you hydrated, while detoxifying and boosting immunity<\/a>.\u201d Known for reviving simple Indian home remedies through his cooking, this recipe is another example of how everyday ingredients can double up as wellness boosters. (Also read: Chef Sanjeev Kapoor shares hydrating coconut water lime cooler perfect for summer days; check easy step-by-step recipe<\/a> )<\/p>\n

Bel Sharbat RecipeIngredients:1 large wood apple (bel phal)\u00bd tsp roasted cumin powderBlack salt to taste2\u20133 tbsp powdered sugarIce cubes as requiredMethod:<\/p>\n

1. Break the wood apple, scoop out the pulp, and mix it with 2 cups of chilled water. Mash thoroughly.<\/p>\n

2. Strain the mixture to remove fibres and extract smooth pulp water.<\/p>\n

3. Add roasted cumin powder, black salt, and powdered sugar. Mix well.<\/p>\n

4. In serving glasses, add ice cubes, pour the mixture, top with chilled water, and serve fresh.<\/p>\n

Health benefits of Bel Sharbat<\/p>\n

Bel (wood apple) has long been valued in traditional wellness systems for its cooling and healing properties. Here\u2019s why this drink is especially recommended in summer:<\/p>\n

Supports digestion: Helps improve gut health and eases constipationReduces acidity: Works as a natural coolant for the stomachKeeps the body hydrated: Replenishes fluids during extreme heatRich in antioxidants: Helps in detoxifying the bodyBoosts immunity: Nutrients in bel support overall health and resilienceNatural coolant: Helps lower body heat and prevents heat-related discomfort<\/p>\n

With its earthy flavour and cooling effect, bel sharbat stands out as a simple yet powerful summer drink that blends tradition with wellness.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Chef Sanjeev Kapoor has shared a refreshing and traditional summer drink that brings together taste, wellness, and nostalgia\u2014bel…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":579607,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[42],"tags":[198171,198175,28496,102,198173,6591,198172,56,54,55,198174],"class_list":["post-579606","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-medication","tag-bel-sharbat","tag-chef-sanjeev-kapoor","tag-digestive-health","tag-health","tag-immunity-booster","tag-medication","tag-summer-drink","tag-uk","tag-united-kingdom","tag-unitedkingdom","tag-wood-apple"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/579606","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=579606"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/579606\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/579607"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=579606"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=579606"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=579606"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}