21/02/2024
*Khus Khus* / *Poppy Seeds*
Aahara (Diet) is the best preventive medicine and its role is mentioned for the prevention & management of many diseases, had started a series on
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*"Food is first Medicine"*
Some of the earlier written article links...
1. First was about _Pomegranate_
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/tJH2n7VhK3FxTyGV/?mibextid=oFDknk
2. Second about _Sesame seeds_
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/gHJMDg6BbxYsaFC8/?mibextid=oFDknk
3. Third was on _Beet root_
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/Zy2Jtmm8vzZKRqJK/?mibextid=oFDknk
4.Fourth was on _Dates_
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/Rd31g3uTkeeFwaok/?mibextid=oFDknk
Now fifth one on _Poppy seeds_
Lt. name - Papaevar somniferum (O***m poppy)
Family - Papaveracae
Two parts are useful
1. O***m that is latex exudate of fruit
2. Seeds called as khus khus or Poppy Seeds
Chemical constituents
_O***m_ -
contains up to 80 alkaloids, including morphine and codeine, which have been used for the treatment of severe pain & anxiety for generations.
_Poppy Seeds_ -
Poppy seeds normally do not contain o***m alkaloids.
Rich in fibre, plant fats, antioxidants & essential nutrients.
Fats- Linoleic acid is major unsaturated fatty acid found in seeds
Antioxidants - Polyphenols (reduces risk of cardiac diseases)
Elements - Potassium, Calcium & Magnesium (helps to reduce stress hormone cortisol), Copper, Zinc & Iron.
Also contain Manganese (good for blood clotting and bone health)
Water Soluble vitamins - pantothenic acid (B5), niacin (B3) and thiamin (B1)
According to ayurveda
Refrence of Poppy seeds in Bhava Prakash is
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_Properties & Effect on Tri Dosha_
_O***m_ Laghu, Ruksha, Ushna and Grahi
Kapha Shamak & Vata Pitta Vardhak
_Poppy Seeds_
Madhur, Guru Snigdha Balya & Vrushya
Kapha Vardhak & Vata Shamak
_Types / Varieties_
Basically 3 types based on colour of flower
White, Black Red.
White is more majorly found in India.
Benefits of Khas Khas / Poppy Seeds -
1. Help treat Sleeplessness
Reduces stress & induces calmness resulting in good sleep
2. Improves Cardiac Health
With insoluble fibre & omega 3 fatty acids helps to reduce cholestrol and improve cardiac health
3. Good for Bone health
4. Aids Digestion
5. Enhances fertility
Good for both male & female
6. Good for Diabetes
7. Good for Migraine headaches
In my clinical practice
I do recommend 1.5 to 2 gms of Poppy seeds roasted in ghee to be taken with 1/2 cup of milk at bed time for it's benefits.
For Weight Gain purpose weekly twice a payasam of Khus khus is recomended.
We do recommend to use to garnish vegetable with Poppy seeds in some patients.
Note Avoid O***m use without proper medical advise. We have highlighted use of Poppy seeds not O***m.
Some people may be allergic to seeds so do take advise if any symptoms seen.
Regards
Madhu Jeevan Ayurvedalaya
Dr Kamlesh Kukreja
