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.
