Asaliya

Asaliya or Halim seeds or say garden cress is super rich in Vitamin A, iron, folate, calcium, vitamin C, dietary fiber, protein and vitamin E. Asaliya contains good amount of ascorbic acid, folic acid and beta carotene, proteins and many useful fatty acids. These all are necessary for our immunity system.

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Description

Specification

Botanical Name

  • Lepidium sativum

Common Names

  • Asaliya seeds
  • Garden cress seeds
  • Halim seeds

Forms

  • Whole Seeds: Used in various culinary and medicinal applications.
  • Ground Seeds: Powdered form used in supplements and recipes.

Origin

  • Native Region: Native to the Middle East and cultivated in regions like India, Europe, and North America.
  • Cultivation: Widely grown in temperate climates across the world.

Nutritional Benefits

  1. Rich in Nutrients: Asaliya seeds are a good source of protein, iron, folate, vitamins A, C, and E, and dietary fiber.
  2. Essential Fatty Acids: Contains beneficial fatty acids that support overall health.
  3. Antioxidants: Packed with antioxidants that help fight free radicals and reduce oxidative stress.

Health Benefits

  1. Digestive Health: Helps promote digestion and prevent constipation due to its high fiber content.
  2. Bone Health: High calcium content supports strong bones and teeth.
  3. Boosts Immunity: Rich in vitamins and antioxidants that help strengthen the immune system.
  4. Lactation Aid: Traditionally used to increase milk production in nursing mothers.
  5. Anti-inflammatory: Contains compounds that help reduce inflammation in the body.
  6. Blood Health: High iron content helps in preventing anemia.

  7. Asaliya Seeds in other Languages:

    Arabic – حب الرشاد (Habb Al-Rashad)

    French – Cresson de jardin

    Spanish – Berro de jardín

    German – Gartenkresse

    Italian – Crescione

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