Fenugreek Seeds

Fenugreek seeds:
Fenugreek seeds are used as spice in Indian kitchens. The seed powder used widely in pickles and spice mix used in many variety Indian dishes. Researchers made organic wrappers with fenugreek seeds which are capable of keeping fruits and vegetables fresh for longer time when compared to chemical synthesis. Fenugreek seeds also called as Methi seeds in Hindi and menthulu in Telugu language.

Nutritional Benefits with Fenugreek Seeds:

• Fenugreek seeds strengthen flushing system and lowers cholesterol in pancreas.
• Fenugreek seeds contain coumarin and trigonelline compounds which fights against diabetes Type-I,II.
• Fenugreek seeds(50 grams) consuming daily in 3 intervals of time is good for diabetes people.
• Fenugreek seeds decreases LDL cholesterol effectively when 10-20 grams taken daily with buttermilk.
• Fenugreek seeds eliminate diarrhea, indigestion, intestinal gas and stomach bolts.
• Fenugreek seeds increases heat in body thus eliminates cold and cough.
• Fenugreek seeds reduce intestinal bulges and eliminate stomach ulcers, constipation.
• Fenugreek seeds are bitter in taste but it has capacity to strengthen liver.
• Fenugreek seeds are used from ancient times to conceive children by curing defects in male and female.
• Fenugreek seeds contains saponin glycosides which helps in protecting womb of mother.
• Fenugreek seeds are used to protect intestines by flushing waste blood after pregnancy.
• Fenugreek seeds is used widely at the time of menstruation in India.
• Fenugreek seeds increase lactation of milk in mothers.fenugreek seeds for breastfeeding was used from ancient times.
• Fenugreek seed powder used to cure mouth ulcers, stomach upsets and used to eliminate worms in stomach.
• Fenugreek seeds boiled extract or dication will cure fever and reduces body ,mouth odors.
• Fenugreek seed paste when applied on hair and kept an hour everyday for one month will reduces hair loss and bald head.
• Fenugreek seed powder + Shikakai powder (hair-fruit) will eliminate eye burns and protects eye sight.
• Fenu greek seeds boiled extract effectively acts in curing sexual disorders.
• Fenu greek seeds are very useful for people suffering from Lumbago(lower back pain), muscle cramps, sciatica, joint pains, bones and osteoporosis.
• Fenu greek seeds paste also used externally to eradicate infections on skin, bulges, gout pains and wounds.
• Fenu greek seeds helps in curing anemia.
• Fenu greek seeds soaked overnight in water strengthens liver functionality , reduces heart pains ,acidity , diabetes and indigestion when intake seeds along with soaked water.
• Fenugreek seed tea naturally enhance the breast and very useful for lactating mothers.
• Fenugreek seeds + buttermilk cures stomach pains, burns or pains while passing urine.

 Cautions with fenugreek seeds:

• Pregnant women should not consume fenugreek seeds it leads to abortions. It is safe to use before or after pregnancy.
• Fenugreek seeds causes loose stools. Recommended dosage is 8-10 grams for healthy people.
• Fenugreek promotes menstrual flow in women.
• Usage of fenugreek seeds for people suffering from diabetes depends insulin dosage. Need to adjust insulin dosages while consuming fenugreek seeds.
• New born baby smells like maple syrup and discharge loose stools when mother consume fenugreek seeds while giving milk.

Mustard Seeds

Mustard seeds:

Mustard seeds are very tiny round seeds and available in various colors Black(most pungent taste), brown(slightly stronger taste) and white(mildest taste) colors. Mustard seed powder and mustard oil are popular in south India. Those were used widely in preparing mango pickles. It is one of spice used in Indian kitchens. In Hindi it is called as Rai or Lal sarsu .In Telugu it is called as 'Avalu'. 

Nutritional value with mustard seeds:

• Mustard seeds + cotton plant leaves paste act as antidote for scorpion bite when applied on affected area.
• Mustard seed paste smell can wake up a person who went down by severe nervous disorder disease called epilepsy.
• Mustard seeds paste with jaggery will stop diarrhea(water motions).
• Mustard seed oil is used to massage testicle to treat hydrocele swellings.
• Mustard seed oil mixed with pomegranate bark paste used to massage on breast to get tight and attractive breast in women.
• Mustard seed oil heated with Indian gum Arabic tree flowers is used to cure ear disorders when applied after cooling the oil.
• Mustard seeds (fried) with curd rice will cure Teeth Grinding (Bruxism) disease.
• Mustard seed oil with red chilli powder will act as antidote for dog bite and kills the poison within 4 days when applied on affected area.
• Mustard seed oil is used in treatment to cure elephant leg.
• Black mustard seed oil is used to massage on throat to relieve pain and bulges.
• Black mustard seed paste will relieve migraines when applied on head.
• Black mustard seed paste with mustard oil is used to treat bold head.
• Black mustard seed oil will eliminate cold and cough when applied on foot and chest.
• White mustard seeds will helps digestion.
• White mustard seed oil will eliminate cough, fights with gastric troubles, treats various skin diseases and helps to gain healthy hair.
• White mustard seed oil is very useful in treating piles and allergies.
• White mustard seeds with jaggery and guggul used to treat bulges and boils.
• White mustard seed oil will cure all types of ear infections.
• White mustard seed paste with cow ghee will cure stye(eye infections).
• White mustard seeds(10 grams) + Camphor(1.5 grams) + cow ghee(100grams)  will eliminate Chronic rhinitis (bulge in nose) when applied on affected area.
• White mustard seed paste will eliminate tooth pains when gargled with water.
• White mustard seed paste will eliminate dandruff, lice and hair loss when applied on hair. Useful in treating bald head.
• White mustard seeds(5grams) with honey and ghee will cure cough , Bronchiolitis and asthma.
• White mustard seed oil is used to treat piles. Oil should be applied on affected area.
• White mustard seeds(2 grams) + sugar will cure indigestion.
• White mustard seeds paste is massaged to treat sciatica.
• White mustard seeds with camphor are used to cure knee pains.
• Mustard seeds contain isothiocyanates which acts as anti-cancer agents.
• Mustard seeds contain selenium and magnesium which fights against Asthma ,migraine and difficulties at menopause in women.
• Mustard seeds  lower blood pressure and protects the heart.
• Mustard seeds contain omega-fatty acids, potassium, calcium and phosphorus.
• Brown mustard seeds or Indian mustard seeds contain selenium, Zinc ,iron and chromium. 
• Mustard seeds are rich in protein with oil.The whole seed contains 44% of protein and 48% of Oil.

Cautions with Mustard seeds:

• Mustard seed paste when applied on skin it should be rinse as quickly as possible. It will give allergic reaction if it was kept in contact with skin for long time. 10-20mins is preferable time.
• Mustard seed paste packed in cloth is called as mustard plaster. It is used to avoid direct contact of paste on skin.
• Mustard seeds shouldn't consume in large amounts. Only minute amounts of consumption are safe.

Cumin Seeds

Cumin seeds:

Cumin seeds are powerful natural healing seeds. Cumin seeds have distinctive flavor and aroma. Ayurveda widely use for digestion, improving vision and strength, and lactation. In India it is used for its anti-oxidant and Antidiarrhoeal properties. 'Cuminum cyminum' is the botanical name of cumin seeds. Cumin seeds are called as 'Jilakarra' in Telugu and Jira in Hindi. 'Jeera Water is very famous drink in India.

Nutritional value with Cumin Seeds:

• Cumin seeds are excellent source of iron which is helpful in curing anemia.
• Cumin seeds have anti-carcinogenic properties which protects from several types of cancers.
• Cumin seeds help to detoxify the liver and fights against free radicals in the body.
• Cumin seeds will increases the hunger and aids digestion.
• Cumin seeds will eliminate stomach disturbances.
• Cumin seeds(fried) powder +  Rock salt  will cure stomach pain and tooth troubles.
• Cumin seeds make urine flow without any difficulty and eliminate gas in stomach.
• Cumin seeds have capability to stop bleeding of blood.
• Cumin ground powder + honey will cure vomits and stops bad odor from mouth.
• Cumin seeds + Turmeric will reduce piles.
• Cumin seeds will eliminate stomach worms when they chewed before going to bed.
• Cumin seeds have anti-allergic and eliminates itching.
• Cumin seeds ground powder + Banana  gives sound sleep.
• Cumin seeds + Jaggery will relieve tiredness and fatigue.
• Cumin seeds + Honey + salt will act as antidote for insect bites when applied on affected area.
• Cumin seeds and Cardamom will cure mouth ulcers when chewed.
• Cumin seeds + Salt will cure constipation.
• Cumin seeds + Dry ginger powder decoction will eliminate throat pains and disturbances.
• Cumin seeds have antiseptic properties which help in curing common cold.
• Cumin seeds paste can be applied on boils as curative measure.
• Cumin seeds have capacity to cure asthma.
• Cumin seeds keep positive menstrual cycle.
• Cumin seeds boost liver and kidney functionality which tends to increased body defense.
• Cumin seeds also used to treat hair loss, hair damage and dandruff.
• Cumin seeds are believed to have anti-aging properties and cures skin disorders.
• Cumin seed water or popularly known as boiled 'jeera water' helps in removing thirst and indigestion.
• Cumin seeds increases insulin sensitivity and beneficial for diabetes.
• Cumin seeds increases bone density due to presence of calcium.
• Cumin Seeds increases memory power and body immunity.
• Cumin seed oil is used in treating cancers. It is anti-bacterial, anti-aging ingredient, anti-inflammatory agent.

Cautions with Cumin seeds:

• Cumin seed oil shouldn't take more than two teaspoon per day.
• Cumin seeds are always confused with Black seed, Black Onion Seed and Black Caraway Seed.
• Cumin seeds with diabetic medication may decrease sugar levels to very low level.

Flax seed

Flax seed:
Flax seed is fiber rich seed which belongs Linaceae family,Linum genus. Flax seeds are traditional medicine for Austrian people to cure respiratory problems and infections. The lignan's found in the flax seeds are the primary source for anti-oxidant effect. Flax contains more number of lignans (approx 800 times ) when compared to other plants. Flax seed available in two types 1)golden flax seed 2)Brown flax seed there is no significant changes in nutritional comparison. Flax seeds are best to eat in winter and rainy season. Flax seed produce heat in body and lowers cough and cold. Mahatma Gandhi also praised nutritional benefits of flax seeds.

Nutritional Value with Flax seed:

• Flax seed increases body metabolism.
• flax seed contain omega-3 fatty acid(132.9%), manganese(17.5%), vitamin B1(15.3%), fiber(15.2%), magnesium(13.7%), tryptophan(12.5%), phosphorus(8.9%),copper(8.5%).
• Flax seeds have highest dietary fiber(27.3%) content eating a spoon full will relieve constipation.
• Flax seed contain good amounts of Omega-3-fatty acids  which lowers inflammation and benefits people who suffering from heart diseases ,knee pains, asthma, diabetes and certain types of cancers.
• Flax seed will cure sexual disorders due to presence of omega-3-fatty acids.
• Flax seeds contain good amounts of foliate which is very useful of women in pregnancy.
• Flax seed contain powerful anti-oxidants which purify the blood and cleanse the body.
• Flax seed increases immunity power and improves skin and hair texture.
• Flax seed oil eliminates dandruff, dry skin problems and guards the skin from UV rays when applied.
• Flax seed contain phyto estrogen's which helps women to maintain normal menstrual cycle and relives discomforts at the time of menopause.
• Flax seeds can eliminates stomach disorders and peptic ulcers.
• Flax seed oil can be used in the place of face cream to eliminate wrinkles.
• Flax seed is used to cure breast cancer, migraines, nails wrinkle  and different types of allergies.
• Flax seeds exhibit anti-viral,anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties.
• Flax seed decreases cholesterol and triglycerides levels in the body.
• Flax seed reduces chronic inflammation, cardiovascular diseases, and osteoporosis and improves cell and nerve communications due to presence of choline.
• Flax seed contain mucilage a gum content which improves intestines to absorb more nutrients.
• Ground flax seed or milled flax seed also shows same nutritional value no significant decrease in omega-3-fatty acids.
• Grounded flax seeds powder or flax seeds- 2 spoons are enough to get maximum health benefits.
• Flax seed meal provides additional nutrition punch to many baked foods. Add Grounded flax seeds powder or flax seeds to bread, cookies,muffins,pancakes and other recipes for extra nutrition and a nutty flavor. 
• Nopalina flax seed capsules are popular brand, which used in weight loss program.

Cautions with flax seed:

• Don't consume excess flax seeds are laxative.
• Flax seed have shorter shelf life. Need to consume very quickly. It survives 6 months in air-tight container.
• Flax seed oil oxidizes very quickly.
• Always prefer organic flax seeds.
• Avoid flax seeds at the time of pregnancy and breast-feeding.