KTC Rose Water, 190ml

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The ingestion of rose water has also been shown to have beneficial effects on the digestive system. It works by increasing bile flow, which helps symptoms of common complaints, including bloating and upset stomach. Mahboubi, M. (2016, January). Rosa damascene as holy ancient herb with novel applications. Journal of Traditional and Complementary Medicine, 6(1), 10–16 Rose water is traditionally made through steam distillation, the same process used to flavor many botanical gins. Today, many people make their own version at home by boiling rose petals in water and then straining. While it'll work in a pinch, it’s not quite the same as capturing the super delicate, pure concentration of rose’s essence that you get from the steam itself. Here are the basic steps:

In its liquid form rose water can be used as part of an eye drop and has been shown to have excellent benefits for people with eye problems. A specific protein fragment called an amyloid, which is created by the body, has been shown to be present in these conditions and to affect the brain function, kill cells, and hinder memory. Encouragingly, properties found in rose water are an inhibitor of this amyloid. Headaches Compotes: We love a splash in our strawberry compote, but you can add ¼ teaspoon to any fruit compote for another layer of complexity. Add it to yogurt, frosting, or ice cream: Light floral flavors go very well with cream, giving them an unexpected Mediterranean flair.

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You’ll find rose water in many traditional recipes, but you don’t need to be limited to those applications. Here are some ideas for incorporating rose water into your everyday meals: The ancient Romans infused wine with rose petals but the process of distilling steam to create rose water has its roots in ancient Persia. Scholars and physicians in what is now Iran first documented the distillation process as early as the 9th century. Boskabady, M. H., Shafei, M. N., Saberi, Z., & Amini, S. (2011, July-August). Pharmacological Effects of Rosa Damascena. Iranian Journal of Basic Medical Sciences, 14(4), 295–307 Rose water has antiseptic and antibacterial properties, which mean it can help wounds heal faster, by keeping them clean and fighting injections. It’s a distillate: Meaning it uses the distillation process we covered above instead of simply boiling and steeping rose petals. Some will say this on the label, others you’ll have to research the brand.

Puddings: From Middle Eastern staples like Mahalabia (Milk Pudding) to burbara (wheat berry pudding) to overnight oats and chia pudding.Abdul, L., Abdul, R., Sukul, R. R., & Nazish, S. (2010, March 10). Anti-inflammatory and antihistaminic study of an Unani eye drop formulation. Opthalmology and Eye Diseases, 2, 17–22 This is created by distilling the rose flower. The oil can be mass-produced in factories and is a pale, yellow color and semisolid. Editor’s tip: You can find more of Vasavada’s recipes in her cookbook, Milk and Cardamom. (Here are other Indian cookbooks we love.) How to Use Rose Water for Cooking

Due to its soothing and anti-inflammatory effect, rose water can be taken to treat a sore throat. Furthermore, a study has shown that it can act as a relaxant on the muscles in the throat. EyesPeople have used rose water for centuries for both culinary and aesthetic purposes. Many use it today as perfume or facial toner, but this aromatic liquid is also common in traditional Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dessert recipes like Turkish Delight and Baklava.