Description

Halun, Lepidium sativum Linn. is a rather fast-growing, edible herb. It belongs to family “Cruciferae”. People mostly use leaves and seeds of this plant. It is Warm and dry in second order/warm and dry in third order.

Other names:

Arabic Name(s): Farasiyun Qalb, Amarinom

Urdu Name(s): Halun, Halim, Habul Reshad, Haliyon, Hurf, Ahera, Ahero

English Name(s): Garden Cress, Pepperwort

Pharmacological actions:

Expectorant, appetitive, diuretic and emmenagogue, galactagogue, anthelmintic, ecbolic and abortifacient, aphrodisiac, vesicant, resolvent, aperient, alterative, tonic, carminative, leaves stimulant and diuretic, mucilage of the seeds soothing, allays irritation of mucous membrane (of the intestines).

Medicinal uses:

Generally, halim seeds boast a wide range of medicinal applications. For respiratory problems, they are administered in coughs, asthma, and bronchitis, also alleviating cold symptoms. Digestive issues are another area halim seeds can address. Therefore, physicians use them to treat stomach and intestinal complaints, and even some sexual dysfunctions like premature ejaculation.

Skin conditions also benefit from halim seeds. A paste or massage with the seeds proves useful for leucoderma, freckles, discoloration, and spots. The seeds can also resolve some inflammations. Decoctions made from the seeds are effective against hiccups, dysentery, diarrhea, and skin complaints caused by blood impurities. Additionally, they can address internal inflammations of the skin and intestinal mucous membranes.

Moreover, for indigestion, a simple household remedy combines halim seed powder with sugar. This mixture acts as both a restorative and a relief for flatulence. It even functions as a lactagogue, promoting breast milk production. For a more long-lasting effect, people prepare halim seeds in sugar candy to treat seminal debility, leucorrhea, and rheumatic pains.

Interestingly, halim seeds are effective in all diseases where mustard is traditionally used. Some even consider them a more satisfactory rubefacient (causing redness and irritation to the skin) than mustard.

Recommended dosage:

2 g.

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