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Flax Seed – Linum Ustitatissimum
Apr
Worldwide names of Flax Seed
Hindi:- Alsi, Tisi, Bijri
Sanskrit:- Alsi, Shumma, Uma
Gujarati:- Alshi, Javasu
English:- Linseed, Flax Plant
Latin:- Linum Ustitatissimum
Other common names are:-
Ullusulu, Atasi, Agase, Ali vidai, Alashi, Tishi , Pesi, Cheruchanavith, Cheruchana Vithu, Avise Ginzalu, Ama , Annual Flax ,Chih Ma, Common Flax, Cultivated Flax,Hørfrø, HuMa,Kahtan,Keten,Kettan,Leinsamen,Lin,Linaza,Linen,Lynsaad,Linfrö, Flax, Flaxseed, Linseed, Alsi, Ali, Madanginja, Pashtan, Semi di lino, Atasi,
This is a large genus plant having almost 200 different types of species available worldwide. It is one of the oldest crop growing plants and in ancient days also it was consumed for good health. Its seeds contain almost 30-40% seed which is known as linseed oil. For cultivation, it requires well-drained dry sandy soil with proper sunlight. And sowing is done mostly in the spring season.
Parts used:- Whole plants, stems, seed, and oil.
Properties:- It is sweet, which has laxative and expectorant properties. It balances Vata disorder, Improves Kapha and Pitta increase body energy. It contains high fiber and Omega-3.
Other uses:-
1:- It helps relieve from Constipation.
2:- Flaxseed proves beneficial on gastrointestinal (GI) conditions.
3:- It is helpful in chronic bronchial complaints, cough, and sore throat.
4:-It is a dietary supplement and considers a superfood.
5:- It is helpful in eczema, menstrual problems, and arthritis.
6:- Externally it is helpful in burns, scalds, boils, and ulcers.
7:- Flax seeds are best for Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
8:- Flaxseed proves beneficial in heart disorder and controlling cholesterol.
9:- For Obesity it proves beneficial.
How to take Flax Seed:-
1:- Crushed flax seed mixed with breakfast cereals can be consumed.
2:- ½ – 1 teaspoon of flaxseed whole or powder after means with light warm water can be taken twice a day.
3:- 1-2 teaspoon of Alsi oil mixed in milk can be taken at night before going to sleep.
4:- It can be also consumed in tea form – take 1 cup of water boil in a pan add milk, tea leaves, and 1 teaspoon of flax powder in it, honey/sugar can be added according to taste. Now filter this tea and drink refreshing tea in every sip.
