Yogic food ...Lotus seedsThe seeds are lotus seeds (Nelumbo nucifera) is a symbol of spiritual unfoldment. It has many names in Sanskrit, for example Padma, Kamala, and Pushkara.
Lotus is good for all constitutions, but it can aggravate Kapha when taken in excess.
Lotus seeds and lotus roots are tonic and rejuvenating foods. The seeds work more as a cardiac tonic and as a seminal tonic. The root works more on first chakra disorders (diarrhea, hemorrhoids, etc.) because its quality is heavier.
As a food, lotus seeds can be taken as a powder – five grams (1 ½ tsp) three times a day, with basmati rice and other tonic herbs like Shatavari or Ashwaganda, spiced and sweetened to taste.
popular for their nutritional benefits and healing properties. They are commonly used in indain ayurveda and also in various recipes.
√ They also improve speech, help stop shuttering, and improve concentration.
√ Lotus seeds contain L-isoaspartyl methyltransferase, an enzyme with anti-ageing properties.
√ It is known to help in repairing damaged proteins.
√ The seeds contain kaempferol, a flavonoid known for its anti-inflammatory properties. It is known to help in repairing aging gum tissue.
√ The astringent properties of lotus seeds make them beneficial for the kidneys. They help to regulate the energy levels of the body.
√ Some studies indicate that lotus seeds may be used to treat various sexual conditions.
√ Traditionally, lotus seeds were used to treat people with sleeping disorders such as insomnia. They are also known to be effective in alleviating restlessness. This is due to the natural sedative and calming effects of the seeds.
√ The center of the lotus seed is known to be beneficial for the heart due to its cooling properties. The bitterness of the seeds comes from isoquinoline alkaloids which are believed to induce a calming effect and are also anti-spasmodic in nature. They cause dilation of the blood vessels and thus help in controlling blood pressure levels.
√ Some medicinal researchers believe that lotus seeds help to strengthen the digestive process and relieve diarrhea.
√ The seeds are sometimes combined with other herbs in order to treat urinary ailments such as prostatitis and reproductive diseases.
It is used to treat:-
√ Diarrhea
√ Bleeding disorders
√ Menorrhagia
√ Leucorrhea
√ Spermatorrhea
√ Venereal diseases
√ Heart weakness
√ Impotence
Precautions :-
Lotus should be taken with care by highly toxic conditions (See Ama), indigestion, food stagnation, and constipation.
However it is advisable to consult a doctor before using any natural remedies such as lotus seeds.
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