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Ghavan (Cream of wheat Pancakes)

Jun 20, 2021 by Chinmayi Kulkarni Leave a Comment

This pancake recipe is completely vegetarian and full of complex carbohydrates. It is filling, digestive and nourishing. It can aid in weight loss if taken in moderate quantities. You can add your own variation of vegetables.

There is no specific data on the effect of this recipe on the doshas.

Prep Time: 15 Mins
Total Time: 30 Mins
Serves: 2 person

Ingredients

1 cup green gram flour (moong dal flour)
2 cups semolina (cream of wheat)
Buttermilk to make the batter in flowy consistency
1 cup chopped vegetables of your choice (carrots, peas, french beans, onion etc)
1 tsp of chopped garlic
1 tsp of grated ginger
½ tsp of finely chopped green chilli
½ tsp chopped cilantro
Clarified butter (Ghee) or regular butter for greasing the pan
Salt to taste (preferably Himalayan Salt)

Method

Mix all the ingredients together (except ghee) and make the batter in to a pouring consistency.
Let the batter sit for 20 to 25 mins
Heat the pan and brush it with ghee
Pour the batter spread it in circular fashion. Adjust the thickness to your liking
Let it cook. Flip and cook on both sides
Serve instantly.

Serving suggestions

Serve hot with chutney or butter.

Check out the Ayurvedic benefits of ingredients used in this recipe

Ginger I Garlic I Himalayan Salt

White Frangipani (Khair Champa)

Jun 20, 2021 by Avi Kumar Leave a Comment

White Frangipani Scientific Name

Plumeria alba

White Frangipani Other Names

English: White Plumeria
Hindi: Khair Champa, Gulcheen

What is White Frangipani?

White Frangipani is known for its district physical features. It can be easily spotted as a white flower with a dab of yellow near the middle of the flower. It is intensely fragrant, tubular, and waxy. Its main medical property is that it acts as a latex which is often corrosive and drastic. Latex is frequently applied to scabies, herpes, and ulcers. The seed is hemostatic, which means it stops hemorrhage. Moreover, its bark is bruised and applied as a plaster over hard tumors. Some find White Frangipani to be cardiotonic, diuretic, hypotensive and purgative.

Common forms of White Frangipani

Root Bark, Flowers, Seeds

White Frangipani is commonly used for:

Treating Malaria
Treating Leprosy
Treating Rheumatism
Curing Abdominal tumors
Treating skin diseases (when milky sap from stem and leaf is applied to the skin)
Treating hard tumors

White Frangipani Dosage

Not known.

White Frangipani Side-effects and Warnings

Common side-effects: Not known.
Not so common side-effects: Not known.
Pregnant or Nursing Mothers: Not known.
Children: Not known.

Warning: Not known.

Where to Buy White Frangipani in US?

Amazon I Oil

Kaner (Oleander)

Jun 20, 2021 by Chinmayi Kulkarni Leave a Comment

Kaner Scientific Name

Nerium indicum

Kaner Other Names

English: Oleander, Roseberry spurge, Rose-bay
Hindi: Kaner
Sanskrit: Asvamaraka, Chandata, Karvira

What is Kaner?

Kaner is a blossom that is grows in tropical and subtropical areas of China and India. The flowers, mostly white, pink, and yellow and 1-2 inches in diameter, and have a sweet scent. The fruit is long, narrow capsule-shaped, and generally sized between 2-9 inches. It can be up to 3 meters tall and it has dark green slim leaves, which are known to grow in curls.
Kaner has shown antifungal activity against ringworm fungus and Microsporum nanum. The leaves also have a salutary effect on heart failure.

Common forms of Kaner

Paste made from grinding the roots of the tree

Kaner is commonly used for:

Treating fever
Supporting eye health
Treating skin disease
Aiding spondylosis
Relieving itching
Treating heart diseases

Kaner Dosage

Paste: Apply externally to the skin.

Kaner Side-effects and Warnings

Common side-effects: Upset stomach, nausea, and diarrhea.
Not so common side-effects: Not known.
Pregnant or Nursing Mothers: Not safe for pregnant or nursing mothers.
Children: Not safe for children.

Warning:
Accidental oral intake may lead to severe poisonous symptoms. If taken by mouth, contact a doctor immediately.

Where to Buy Kaner in US?

Amazon I Seeds

Manakand (Mahapatra)

Jun 19, 2021 by Chinmayi Kulkarni Leave a Comment

Manakand Scientific Name

Alocasia indica

Manakand Other Names

English: Giant Taro, Alocacia plant
Hindi: Manakand, Mankand
Sanskrit: Mahapatra, Manaka, Gajakarni, Sthala padma

What is Manakand?

Manakand, also known as Mahapatra, is a cold, light, and sweet plant that treats Pitta Dosha, cures Oedema and Haemorrhages. This ayurvedic plant can grow to a height of 3-6 feet. The stem is approximately 4-8 inches in diameter. It is used for the treatment of diseases of swelling, earache, bleeding, and splenomegaly (enlarged spleen).

Common forms of Manakand

Rhizome, Stem, Leaf, Powder, Juice

Manakand is commonly used for:

Treating Piles and constipation
Reducing swelling
Treating earache
Treating Hypertension
Decreasing inflammation
Treating abdominal disorders
Relieving Joint pain
Treating Burns
Healing wounds

Manakand Dosage

Root Powder: 5-10g or as prescribed.
Juice: 10-20ml or as prescribed.
Stalk and leaf Juice: 12-24ml or as prescribed.
Leaves powder: 5-10g or as prescribed.

Manakand Side-effects and Warnings

Common side-effects: The stem is edible, but contains Calcium oxalate along with other irritants that can numb and swell the tongue and pharynx which may result in difficulty breathing, and sharp throat pain.
Not so common side-effects: Not known.
Pregnant or Nursing Mothers: Not known.
Children: Not known.

Warning:
The lower part of the Manakand plant contains a greater concentration of poison. Prolonged boiling before serving or proper processing may reduce the risk of poisoning. Acidic fruit such as tamarind may dissolve the poison.

Where to Buy Manakand in the US?

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Badi Elaichi (Black Cardamom)

Jun 18, 2021 by Chinmayi Kulkarni Leave a Comment

Badi Elaichi Scientific Name

Amomum subulatum

Badi Elaichi Other Names

English: Black cardamom, Hill cardamom, Bengal cardamom, Greater cardamom, Indian cardamom, Nepal cardamom, Winged cardamom, Big cardamom, or Brown cardamom
French: Cardamome noir, Cardamome du Népal
German: Nepal-Cardamom, Schwarzer Cardamom
Hindi: Bari ilaichi, Big ilaichi, Kali ilaichi
Sanskrit: Brihad ela

What is Badi Elaichi?

Badi Elaichi, commonly referred to as Black Cardamom, is a plant found in the Himalayas of Sikkim and Nepal. The plant has a lengthy red stem with long green leaves. Consuming Badi Elaichi works to soothe various digestive disorders. It works to fight stomach ulcers and keep stomach acid under control. It works to maintain a healthy heart and helps improve appetite. Lastly, it reduces stomach gas and bloating.

Common forms of Badi Elaichi

Fruits, Leaves, Seeds

Badi Elaichi is commonly used for:

Stimulating digestion
Detoxifying the body
Treating bad breath
Increasing urine production
Treating depression
Maintaining oral health
Treating cold and flu
Maintaining blood pressure
Treating blood clots
Reducing inflammation
Eliminating hiccups
Stimulating sexual desire
Obesity
Nausea and Vomiting

Badi Elaichi Dosage

Seeds Powder: 1-3g or as prescribed.

Badi Elaichi Side-effects and Warnings

Common side-effects: Badi Elaichi may be considered safe for most people in food amounts and there were no reported side effects from its consumption.
Not so common side-effects: Not known.
Pregnant or breastfeeding: Badi Elaichi is considered safe for use by pregnant and breastfeeding mothers if taken in food amounts and with food. Be cautious if using large quantities because no studies understand its effects.
Children: Not known.

Warning:
Large doses of Badi Elaichi have been found to trigger gallstone colic that causes spasmodic pain.

Where to Buy Badi Elaichi in US?

Mahanimba (Bakain)

Jun 17, 2021 by Avi Kumar Leave a Comment

Mahanimba Scientific Name

Melia azedarach

Mahanimba Other Names

English: Bead tree, Persian lilac, Indian Lilac, Bastard Cedar
Hindi: Malla Nim, Bakarja, Bakain, Deiikna.
Sanskrit: Ramyaka, Derka
French: Lilas Des Antilles, Lilas Des Indes, Fleurs Lilas.
Chinese: Melia bark

What is Mahanimba?

Mahanimba, also known as the Bakain tree, is a deciduous tree of the family Meliaceae. In Ayurveda, it is primarily used for its anthelmintic effect, which means it’s used to fight worm infestation. It is also called ‘Parvatanimba’ because it grows commonly in hilly areas. It is bitter and astringent. Additionally, the seeds are used for piles, prameha, liver disorders, and kuṣṭha.

Common forms of Mahanimba

Root, Stembark, Flower, Leaf, Bark, Fruit, Seed, Gum, Sap

Mahanimba is commonly used for:

Treating Ascariasis (parasitic roundworm)
Treating eczema, ringworms, itching on skin, burns
Treating kidney problems, increased uric acid, serum creatinine
Treating piles
Treating scabies, carbuncles and abscess, wounds

Mahanimba Dosage

Bark Decoction: 5-10g or as prescribed.
Powdered root: 1-2g or as prescribed.
Powdered fruits: 1-2g or as prescribed.
Powder: 1-3g or as prescribed.

Mahanimba Side-effects and Warnings

Common side-effects: It may cause mouth burning, blood vomiting, and production of abnormally small amounts of urine.
Not so common side-effects: It may cause skin allergy. The stem bark and root bark may cause temporary side effects such as headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and pain in the abdomen.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: It is unsafe to use Mahanimba in pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Children: Not known.

Warning:
Mahanimba has been known to exhibit antifertility effects in both men and women. It reduces male fertility by decreasing the daily production of sperms and sperm motility.