Poppy Seeds are obtained from Opium Poppy. The unripe heads contain opium but the white or grayish blue seeds do not have any narcotic properties. In China, they are used to treat vomiting and nausea. The poppy seeds and poppy seeds oil are rich in omega 2 fatty acid and a good source of carbohydrate energy, oleic and linoleic acids. They do contain a moderate amount of calcium.
Here is a Brief Description about the Health Benefits of Poppy Seeds
- Consumption of half teaspoonful of poppy seeds helps asthma and cough.
- Drinking a decoction of the seeds (25ml) once a day helps all the nervous disorders.
- A paste made up the seeds, 4gm, taken twice daily helps insomnia.
- A paste made up the seeds, 3/4gm, taken twice daily helps diarrhea.
- In case of abdominal pain, colic and sciatica, powder made up seeds taken with ghee, 3/4gm, benefits the conditions.
- A poultice or paste made up poppy seeds and applied over the affected areas gives relief, in case of any swelling and joint pains.
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July 16th, 2009 at 1:17 pm
Can I eat the poppy seeds I have saved to use to top home made bread, and other culrinary uses please ? I dont want to get high,
I am sure they have lots of health benefits. thanks Jane