Barley Sherbet

Indian name: Joye ka sattu Properties of Joye ka sattu Taste: Madhur (sweet) and kashya (astringent) Quality: Ruksha (dry) and laghu (light) Potency: Sheet (cold) Medicinal properties of Joye ka sattu (Barley Sherbet )  Barley sherbet is light and easily digestible. It quenches thirst, cools the body, and gives instant energy, especially in the summer. It is good for hyperacidity, urinary tract infection, skin disorders, and heat-induced headache.  It also helps reduce weight, if taken with honey. Dosha analysis of Joye ka sattu  Barley sherbet pacifies pitta dosha and kapha dosha, and aggravates vata dosha. Raw sugar is mixed to pacify its vata quality. It is very useful in pitta-aggravating disorders. Excessive intake can cause flatulence. Ingredients Barley seeds 100 grams (or as per requirement) Preparation  Take a pan with a heavy base and heat it a little. Put in the barley, and roast on low fire till the seeds turn brown. Make sure the seeds do not burn. Let them cool. Grind these seeds to form a fine powder. Store in an air-tight container.  To drink, take three tablespoonfuls of the powder and two tablespoonfuls of powdered raw sugar, and dissolve in a glassful of chilled water. Those with aggravated kapha dosha can use honey instead of raw sugar.