Brijbooti – Kalonji – Kalaunji – Benefits & Uses

Spices are an integral part of every Indian dish. There is a spice in every kitchen known as ‘Kalonji,’ also called black cumin. It is also known as fennel flower, black caraway, nutmeg flower, and Roman coriander. It is a flavorful spice with a sweet and nutty flavor. Over a thousand years ago, Kalonji was widely used as a medicinal plant. A variety of forms are available, such as kalonji oil, roasted seeds, and raw seeds.

Health

Benefits of Kalonji Seeds

• Enhances memory
• Controls diabetes
• Maintaining a healthy heart
• It reduces inflammation
• Maintains blood pressure
• Strengthens the teeth
• It relieves asthma symptoms
• Help you lose weight
• In case of skin or hair problems
• It protects the kidneys

How to use Kalonji – Kalaunji

Kalonji seeds are believed to improve your intelligence when combined with honey. Consume it daily with an empty stomach for better brain function. It is very helpful for the elderly age group to improve their weak memory

Add half lemon juice to 8-10 kalonji seeds in a bowl. Now keep this kalonji in the sun for 1-2 days. You can lose weight by eating 2-4 kalonji twice a day. You can swallow the seeds with warm water or put 8-10 seeds in a glass and leave it overnight.

Ayurveda recommends Kalonji seeds with mint leaves to boost memory and prevent neurological disorders like Alzheimer’s disease.

What is the best way to eat kalonji for hair growth?

Take two tablespoons of kalonji seeds and add them to a bowl of 2 tablespoons of castor oil. Warm it a little and transfer into a blender. Now add slices of one onion followed by one tablespoon of aloevera gel and blend well.

One of the best ingredients for hair care is Kalonji seeds because they contain antioxidants, antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties. They are known for reversing hair damage and promoting hair growth.

Other names

black cumin, (Nigella sativa), also called black seed, black caraway, Roman coriander, kalonji, Kalaunji or fennel flower

Names in different languages