{"id":954566,"date":"2026-05-12T10:08:16","date_gmt":"2026-05-12T10:08:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/954566\/"},"modified":"2026-05-12T10:08:16","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T10:08:16","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.europesays.com\/uk\/954566\/","title":{"rendered":"Chef Sanjeev Kapoor shares bel ka sharbat recipe, calls it a \u2018natural remedy\u2019 for stomach health and digestion issues"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"content\">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 <a class=\"backlink\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/lifestyle\/recipe\/ajwain-ka-paani-try-grandmas-recipe-for-better-digestive-health-this-winter-101769500450559.html\" data-vars-page-type=\"story\" data-vars-link-type=\"Manual\" data-vars-anchor-text=\"digestive health\" rel=\"noopener\">digestive health<\/a>, the chef recently posted the recipe on Instagram, highlighting its benefits for the stomach, hydration, and overall immunity.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/WhatsApp_Image_2_1778567200116_1778567200238.jpeg\" alt=\"Sanjeev Kapoor introduces bel sharbat, a traditional summer drink made from wood apple. (Instagram)\" title=\"Sanjeev Kapoor introduces bel sharbat, a traditional summer drink made from wood apple. (Instagram)\" width=\"360\" height=\"202\" loading=\"eager\"\/>Sanjeev Kapoor introduces bel sharbat, a traditional summer drink made from wood apple. (Instagram)<\/p>\n<p class=\"content \">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 <a class=\"backlink\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/topic\/immunity\" data-vars-page-type=\"story\" data-vars-link-type=\"Manual\" data-vars-anchor-text=\"immunity\" rel=\"noopener\">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. <strong>(Also read: <\/strong><a class=\"backlink\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/lifestyle\/recipe\/chef-sanjeev-kapoor-reveals-hydrating-coconut-water-lime-cooler-perfect-for-summer-days-check-easy-step-by-step-recipe-101774932417652.html\" data-vars-page-type=\"story\" data-vars-link-type=\"Manual\" data-vars-anchor-text=\"Chef Sanjeev Kapoor shares hydrating coconut water lime cooler perfect for summer days; check easy step-by-step recipe\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Chef Sanjeev Kapoor shares hydrating coconut water lime cooler perfect for summer days; check easy step-by-step recipe<\/strong><\/a><strong> )<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bel Sharbat RecipeIngredients:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 large wood apple (bel phal)<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd tsp roasted cumin powder<\/li>\n<li>Black salt to taste<\/li>\n<li>2\u20133 tbsp powdered sugar<\/li>\n<li>Ice cubes as required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Method:<\/p>\n<p>1. Break the wood apple, scoop out the pulp, and mix it with 2 cups of chilled water. Mash thoroughly.<\/p>\n<p class=\"content \">2. Strain the mixture to remove fibres and extract smooth pulp water.<\/p>\n<p class=\"content \">3. Add roasted cumin powder, black salt, and powdered sugar. Mix well.<\/p>\n<p class=\"content \">4. In serving glasses, add ice cubes, pour the mixture, top with chilled water, and serve fresh.<\/p>\n<p>Health benefits of Bel Sharbat<\/p>\n<p>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<ul>\n<li><strong>Supports digestion: <\/strong>Helps improve gut health and eases constipation<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reduces acidity:<\/strong> Works as a natural coolant for the stomach<\/li>\n<li><strong>Keeps the body hydrated:<\/strong> Replenishes fluids during extreme heat<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rich in antioxidants: <\/strong>Helps in detoxifying the body<\/li>\n<li><strong>Boosts immunity: <\/strong>Nutrients in bel support overall health and resilience<\/li>\n<li><strong>Natural coolant: <\/strong>Helps lower body heat and prevents heat-related discomfort<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>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&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":954567,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4315],"tags":[266403,135025,36790,105,100640,4326,75372,16,15,266404],"class_list":{"0":"post-954566","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-medication","8":"tag-bel-sharbat","9":"tag-chef-sanjeev-kapoor","10":"tag-digestive-health","11":"tag-health","12":"tag-immunity-booster","13":"tag-medication","14":"tag-summer-drink","15":"tag-uk","16":"tag-united-kingdom","17":"tag-wood-apple"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@uk\/116561059008225533","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/954566","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=954566"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/954566\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/954567"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=954566"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=954566"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=954566"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}