The Way of Ayurvedic Herbs by Karta Purkh Singh Khalsa

Author:Karta Purkh Singh Khalsa
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Lotus Press

Sesame

Scientific Name: Sesamum indicum

Common Name: Sesame seeds

Ayurvedic Name(s): Tila

English Name: Sesame seeds

Family: Pedaliaceae

Part Used: Seeds

Temperature: Heating Tastes: Sweet

Dosha Effects: V- PK or Ama + (in excess)

Tissues: Works on all tissues, especially bone

Actions: Nutritive tonic, rejuvenative, demulcent, emollient, laxative

Uses: Chronic cough, weak lungs, chronic constipation, hemorrhoids, tooth decay, receding gums, hair loss, weak bones, osteoporosis, emaciation, convalescence, dysentery, amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea

Cautions: Obesity, high pitta

Preparation And Dose: Decoction; paste; medicated oil; powder- 500 mg to 2 grams

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