What is Asafoetida (hing)?

Hing powder is an essential spice in an indian kitchen, used almost every day to flavor food, curries, vegetables, make pickles, etc. Also called asafoetida, it also works as a digestive aid. ... Also called asafoetida, it also works as a digestive aid.

Benefits

• Nothing can beat hing when it comes to preventing bloating
• It’s great for those who are dealing with respiratory issues
• The spice can help you avoid acidity
• Hing can help you reduce stress
• It can prove to be soothing when it comes to menstrual cramps
• It’s great for cough, cold, and sore throat
• Hing is great for your scalp
• Asafoetida is your skin’s best friend

Side effects

It might cause swelling of the lips, burping, intestinal gas, diarrhea, headache, convulsions, blood disorders.

Dosage

• Add half a teaspoon of hing powder to a glass of warm water and drink this solution on an empty stomach to reap its health benefits.
• Alternatively, you can also add 2 3 small pieces of hing (or hing powder) to buttermilk and drink it.
• Dissolve a spoonful of hing in a cup of hot water.