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Flax Seeds In Ayurveda

Flax seeds or linseeds as they are also known have been used in Ayurvedic preparations for ages, because of their therapeutic properties. They are the seeds of a plant that is grown all over the world, and that comes in many varieties. Oil is extracted from seeds, and fiber from the stems. The fiber is used to make thread and for linen cloth. The seeds are sweet and oily with a mild smell. According to Ayurveda these seeds have hot, pungent, heavy, purgative and strengthening properties.

Flaxseed has a nutty flavor and is used in bread and bakery products. The seeds from the flaxseed plant are also used to make linseed cakes and in liniments Generally speaking, though, linseed grown in hot climates is considered to be the best for medicinal purposes. In Kerala, a state in South India where the purest form of Ayurveda has been practiced for thousands of years, linseeds play a key role in several Ayurvedic protocols like Virechana which is medicated purgation therapy. Virechana cleanses the sweat glands, small intestine, colon, kidneys, stomach, liver and spleen. A number of effective and safe herbs, including Linseed, are used for this purpose.

Benefits of Flaxseed

Flaxseed oil is a potent source of essential fatty acids which the body cannot make on its own. Apart from having Omega-6 fatty acids in the form of linoleic acid – the same good fats that are present in most other edible vegetable oils- , flaxseed oil has Omega-3 fatty acids in the form of alfa- linoleic acid.Omega-3 fatty acids offer protection against heart disease by getting to the membrane of body cells and acting as guards that admit only healthy substances and bar damaging ones. Thus flaxseed oil helps to lower bad cholesterol which causes heart disease, angina and high blood pressure.

The essential fatty acids present in flaxseeds also help in the transmission of nervous impulses. This makes flaxseed oil very useful for numbness and tingling as well as for preventing serious nerve ailments like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease. Flaxseed oil also helps in speeding up the healing of skin lesions, and has proved very effective for everything from acne to psoriasis, to eczema and to sunburn. It promotes the health of hair and nails and contains substances called lignans, which have beneficial effect on the hormonal system of the body. .

Another important benefit is that flaxseeds contain phyto-oestrogens that can mimic the human sex hormone estrogen. In this capacity the oil is useful for infertility, impotence, menstrual cramps, endometriosis and menopausal problems. Crushed flaxseeds are an excellent source of fiber and absorb water 10 to 14 times their weight. As a result crushed flaxseeds are effective in cases of constipation. The crushed seeds have a bulking effect, reduce hunger in those trying to eat less and help in binding with and removing fats and cholesterol. The high fibre content also makes flaxseeds a good ingredient in foods that would control blood sugar.

Ayurvedic Home Remedies

There are many home remedies with flax seeds that are simple and effective. Take one tablespoon of ground flaxseeds mixed with 5 to 10 ounces of water to curb hunger between meals or as a therapy to reduce cholesterol or blood sugar. Ayurvedic physicians suggest a hot poultice of flaxseed oil to treat eczema and other skin complaints. For headaches, grind seeds in cold water and apply on forehead..This is also good for insect bites. For reddish eyes, grind seeds and apply pulp around the eyes. Linseeds ground with Isagbol and applied on painful joints can bring welcome relief while a poultice of linseed oil is helpful in cases of arthritis too. A word of caution though… linseed imparts a lot of heat and so in cases of prolonged use, it is best that it is used under the guidance of an Ayurvedic physician or 'vaidya'.

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Isabgol: Qualities and Benefits According to Ayurveda

The main origin of Isabgol is Persia and from here it is imported into India. Nowadays it is cultivated in India, in the states of Gujarat, U.P, Punjab, and Haryana.For medicinal use its seeds and seed husk are used. Appearance Its plant is one to three inches tall, it is seasonal, does not have trunk and it falls into the category of shrub. There are three leaves at the tip and is undivided, six to nine inches long and resemble wheat plants. We can see small flowers and the boat shaped fruits on the branches. On the seeds we see a white ash like thing, which is called seed husk. When this husk comes in contact with water it becomes a sticky substance, which is odorless and tasteless.

Chemical Combination The seeds contain a large amount of Mucilage and Albumin. Mucilage and cellulose are generally found in the husk of Isabgol.Qualities It is oily and purgative, controls dysentery and loose motions, the husk is strong and helps in proper bowel movement. It is sweet in taste, cool and nutritious. It is sticky, sour, causes vata, pitta and removes phlegm.

Catarrh: In pitta nature its husk is useful if swallowed. Take Isabgol in case of phlegm.

Headache: Grind Isabgol with eucalyptus leaves and apply the paste on the forehead.

Earache: In 10 grams of sticky substance add 10 grams of onion juice heat it, when it's cool pour it in the ears to relieve pain.

Bad Breath: The bad breath stops when sticky substance is used as mouthwash.

Toothache: Soak it in vinegar and apply it on the tooth.

Asthma: Three to five grams of Isabgol seeds should be taken with hot water in the morning to get relief from asthma, breathing problem.

Diseases related to Stomach:

• During indigestion, diarrhoea, dysentery, 2 spoons of Isabgol husk should be added in curds and taken twice or thrice daily.

• Boil three equal parts of Isabgol in 1 litre of water till it reduces to half, remove from flame and make three equal parts of the mixture and consume thrice daily, this will give relief in dysentery, spasm and Diarrhoea.

• Put fresh seeds in the water, when the husk is formed mix it with sugar and consume, this will give relief in amoebic dysentery, dysentery, diarrhea, loose motions and spasm.

• This can be used regularly for the children suffering from constant diarrhea.

• To get relief from pain or burning sensation in the intestines, 100 grams seeds or the husk should be swallowed with cold water or it can be soaked in the water and swallowed..

• The seeds of Isabgol can be roasted and swallowedto get relief from diarrhoea. Medicinal use

Constipation:

• One to two spoons of Isabgol husk should be consumed with hot milk during night this will be helpful in proper bowel movement.

• Husk of Isabgol and Triphala churna should be taken in equal quantities (three to five grams) with hot water in the night. This will help in free motions. For stomachache and pitta problem this works wonderfully.

• Bleeding piles: If we drink the syrup the bleeding will stop.

• Thirst: Mix the husk in Gudhal squash to quench thirst.

• Amoebic Spasm: in case of amoebic spasm add 100 grams of Isabgol husk in 50 grams of aniseed and 50 grams of sugar candy consume two to three spoons twice or thrice daily.

Urinary Problem:

• In case of mild or very mild urination or burning sensation while urinating or in urinary bladder take 4 spoons of husk, glassful water, and soak it for a while. Add sugar candy as per the taste and consume it. This will give relief in urination.

• Two grams of Sheethal Mirch, 500 grams of kalmi shora should be swallowed for relief in urination.

• Night pollution: Isabgol and sugar candy should be added in equal quantities and consumed with half glass milk one hour before going to bed to overcome this problem.

Rheumatism: Joint pains, poultice of Isabgol should be tied on the joints. When a glass piece is swallowed: Husk of Isabgol should be consumed with milk twice or thrice daily.

Disadvantages: It is harmful for nerves and hips. The woman should not use this medicine just after delivery. The seeds should not be powdered.

Cure: Sikanj seeds and honey.

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25 Reasons to Start Drinking Green Tea

If you're like me, and you care about your health, you've probably heard that green tea is very good for you. So it is, but do you know why? What is it about green tea that makes it so worth adding to a daily routine? Does it help a little or a lot?

This post will tell you everything you need to know about the reasons behind the enthusiastic recommendations for green tea, and you'll know once and for all if you should start drinking it, too.