Health Benefits of Khus Khus

Relieve Constipation

At some point in everyone's life, they become constipated. Since poppy seeds contain so much fiber they can add bulk to food and help to ease constipation. Additionally, they will help the person to feel full for a longer period of time and thus help in weight loss. Simply crush some seeds and add them to your meal for the most khus khus benefits.

Induce Sleep

No matter how hard you try, there are just some nights that you can't sleep. You may have a case of fatigue or insomnia. Simply mix some poppy seeds into some sugar and eat that for a great night’s sleep. The seeds contain a compound that will help in the production of the neurotransmitters in your brain and thus improve your sleep.

Improve Heart Health

An excellent source of essential fatty acids such as linoleic acid, which helps to lower cholesterol in the body, simply add a few seeds to your food (sprinkle it on your dinner) will greatly improve your heart health and it may help in the prevention of a heart attack or heart disease.

Prevent Bone Damage

The calcium and phosphorus in Khus Khus can play a great role in preventing bone damage. Besides, the manganese in Khus Khus helps in the production of collagen, which is a protein that can also prevent bone damage. It's easy to make a paste out of the khus khus seeds, you can apply it directly to the damaged joints and help ease the pain and swelling.

Combat Skin Infections

If you suffer from dry itch or skin rashes, you're going to love poppy seeds. Since they have anti-inflammatory compounds you can make a great paste out of this with some ground seeds and fresh lime juice. Rub this into the skin to rid yourself of itching and burning.

Enhance Brain Function

It's long been known that calcium, iron and even copper are found in poppy seeds. Since these three minerals can help to regulate the neurotransmitters in your brain and improve its function they will go far in helping you to retain your memory and improve or enhance your brain function.

Boost Immunity

One of the most common causes of an impaired immune system is the body's deficiency in zinc. Khus khus seeds are rich in zinc and thus will help to improve your immune system. They improve the cell structure of cells that fight off disease and other viruses and thus can boost immunity.

Alleviate Mouth Ulcers

Mouth ulcers are very painful but khus khus can help to cool the body down which in turn can alleviate mouth ulcers. Simply mix in some sugar with the khus khus seeds and place this in your mouth for instant relief of mouth ulcers.

With so many khus khus benefits, it's hard to list them all. In addition to the above benefits, they are also ideal at treating nausea and vomiting. Simply add them to the diet by sprinkling them on cereals or on top of any food being served.

• If you're suffering from diarrhea, you can make a paste of the seeds and use that to help relieve the symptoms.

• Women love the fact that making a paste out of Khus Khus and applying it under eyes on dark circles and swollen eyelids can improve their appearance.

• The seeds help to lower blood cholesterol levels and will go far in helping to improve overall health.

• For those trying to conceive, poppy seeds can improve sperm production.

• Excellent in all culinary dishes, they can readily be sprinkled on any food or baked in any baked goods such as bread and cakes. Create a sandwich spread by mixing them in with butter or honey or any sauce. Try adding them to cookies and candy for a unique flavor treat. Use the extract in syrups and cordials.

• If you like feeding your feathered friends, you can use it as a bird food.

• It's frequently used in cough syrups as well as poultices for injuries.

• Treating earaches as well as toothaches is also one of the excellent khas khas benefits

With so many great khus khus benefits, many are concerned as to whether or not there are any side effects to be worried about.

They will be happy to know that poppy seeds are the least allergic seeds. They are completely safe to use for both children and even pregnant women. There aren't enough narcotic properties in them to cause any ill effects. However, there may be a false positive result on any drug tests for opiates.

Khus khus are readily available in both whole and ground forms at most supermarkets as well as in most health food stores. It's important to note that since they are high in polyunsaturated fats they do go rancid rather quickly, so keep them in a cool dry place. If properly stored, they can be stored for up to six months’ time.