BILAIKAND/VIDARIKHAND

 

What Is Vidarikhand/ Bilaikand , and What Does It Mean?

Vidarikhand, also known as Pueraria tuberosa, is a perennial herb that belongs to the Fabaceae (pea) family and is regarded as one of Mother Nature's most nutritious medicinal herbs. Vidarikhand, also known as Indian Kudzu, has a widespread tuberous root structure and a coiling, ascending, trailing vine. The sweet-tasting tuberous roots are globose, starchy, and white in colour. The juvenile branches are pubescent in grey. The leaves of this tuberous plant are trifoliate and alternating, and the leaflets are egg-shaped with a circular base and uneven edges, similar to those of Palash. Flowers with a blue as well as purplish-blue tone are frequently bisexual in nature.

The plant is native to India, Pakistan, and Nepal, and may be found growing at a height of around 4000 feet in the Himalayas and other parts of India, including Mount Abu, Punjab, Sikkim, Kumaon, Western Uttar Pradesh, & Central India.

Due to its galactagogue activity, ayurvedic practitioners employed the globous rhizomes of this remarkable plant to improve the production of milk in new mothers in ancient times. It also aided in raising both the quality and quantity of sperm in males, as well as improving sperm motility and stimulating desire during sexual intercourse, due to its significant spermatogenic qualities. This plant's edible tubers have also been used to alleviate chest discomfort, fever, and rheumatism. It has also been reported to help with weight growth, improving voice quality, increasing reproductive processes, and treating infertility in both males and females.

Chandrashoor GARDEN CRESS HALIM SEEDS [HALO]

 

 Halim seeds, also recognised as Haleem or Aliv, are garden cress seeds with numerous health and nutritional benefits. Apart from providing nutrition, these seeds are classified as 'functional foods,' which encourage overall health and well-being whilst also preventing disease. The small halim or garden cress seeds load a powerful punch of health benefits that should not be overlooked. The seeds are typically roasted and used in soups, stews, and salads. 

Benefits of Halo Seeds

Asthma prevention

Asthma symptoms can be significantly reduced by consuming Garden Cress seeds, as the involvement of an active component aids in improving lung functions. Chewable Garden Cress seeds acts as an expectorant, aiding in the treatment of coughs and sore throats.

Improves Blood

Improves Garden Cress seeds contain haemoglobin, which helps to improve oxygen saturation in the longterm and treats anaemia. The iron content of Garden Cress seeds encourages the formation of red blood cells.

Asthma prevention

Asthma symptoms can be significantly reduced by consuming Garden Cress seeds, as the involvement of an active component aids in improving lung functions. Chewable Garden Cress seeds acts as an expectorant, aiding in the treatment of coughs and sore throats.

Improves Blood

Improves Garden Cress seeds contain haemoglobin, which helps to improve oxygen saturation in the longterm and treats anaemia. The iron content of Garden Cress seeds encourages the formation of red blood cells.

Improves Memory

Garden cress seeds are high in essential fats linoleic acid acids and arachidonic fatty acids, and this combined with good fats works well as a memory booster.

Constructive for the Health of the Skin and Hair

Garden cress seed paste combined with honey is an excellent remedy for treating blisters, irritated skin, and dry skin, as well as soothing the skin. This mixture can also be used to treat dry and chapped lips.

It is high in protein and other vital minerals such as iron & magnesium, which help to prevent hair loss. You can eat it or apply a paste to your hair for naturally shiny hair.

Controls Diabetes

The anti-glycemic properties of these tiny seeds are extremely important in lowering blood sugar levels in the body. The existence of glue in the sprouted seed coat, which contains a phytochemical known as lepidimoid, demonstrates a strong hypoglycemic effect. When you eat garden cress seeds, the pancreatic -cells start producing insulin. It also aids in the reduction of starch breakdown into glucose, which results in lower blood sugar levels.

Increases Breast-Milk Production

Breast milk is extremely important to children because it is ideal for their extra nutrition and immune system strengthening. Garden cress seeds, which are high in protein and iron, have a strong galactagogue effect. This is essential for lactating mothers because it increases milk secretion from mammary glands. As a result, breast-feeding moms are advised to have included foods that contain garden cress seeds in their diet to increase milk production.