Chironji
Chironji, also known as Charoli, is found in the tropical forests of Northern, Eastern, and Central India. It bears fruit that contains the seed which are quite popular as a dry fruits. It is commonly added in desserts like kheer, ice-cream or porridge to enhance the flavour and nutrition.
Chironji might help prevent gastric ulcers by decreasing the gastric secretions as it has anti-secretory property. It is also beneficial in managing diabetes as it reduces blood glucose levels due to its antioxidant properties.
Chironji is useful in wound healing due to its astringent and antiinflammatory properties. It also prevents any skin infections due to its antibacterial properties. As per Ayurveda, applying Chironji seed paste along with rose water or milk on skin helps in managing acne and itching due to its Sita (cooling) properties[2][3][5][10].
Chironji might help prevent gastric ulcers by decreasing the gastric secretions as it has anti-secretory property. It is also beneficial in managing diabetes as it reduces blood glucose levels due to its antioxidant properties.
Chironji is useful in wound healing due to its astringent and antiinflammatory properties. It also prevents any skin infections due to its antibacterial properties. As per Ayurveda, applying Chironji seed paste along with rose water or milk on skin helps in managing acne and itching due to its Sita (cooling) properties[2][3][5][10].
What are the synonyms of Chironji?
Buchanania lanzan, Cironaji, Cireanji, Ciranjiji, Chaaroli, Priyala, Chiraunji, Sanna, Prasavaka, Lalana, Sannakadru, Dhanu, Dhanus[1].
What is the source of Chironji?
Plant Based
Benefits of Chironji
1. Hyper Pigmentation
Hyper pigmentation is caused by an aggravated Pitta dosha in the body when the skin is exposed to heat or the sun. Chironji seed oil helps in reducing tanning and pigmentation due to its Ropan (healing) property and Sita (cold) nature.
Tips for using Chironji Oil.
a. Take a few drops (as per your requirement) of Chironji oil.
b. Mix it with olive or almond oil.
c. Apply this mixture on the affected area once or twice a day to get rid of the sign of hyperpigmentation.
2. Acne and Pimples
According to Ayurveda, a person with Kapha-Pitta dosha skin type can be prone to Acne and Pimples. An aggravation of Kapha leads to increased sebum production and clogging of pores which results in the formation of both white and blackheads. Another factor, aggravation of Pitta, is marked by the appearance of some red papules (bumps) and inflammation with pus. Chironji helps manage acne due to its Pitta-Kapha balancing and Sita (cold) properties. It prevents and reduces the formation of white and blackheads and provides a cooling effect to the affected area.
Tips for using Chironji Seed Powder.
a. Take Chironji seed powder as per your requirement.
b. Mix it with rose water or milk to make a suitable paste.
c. Apply it to the affected area.
d. Wait for 20-30 minutes.
e. Wash off with water.
f.Repeat it twice a week to get rid of acne and pimples.
Hyper pigmentation is caused by an aggravated Pitta dosha in the body when the skin is exposed to heat or the sun. Chironji seed oil helps in reducing tanning and pigmentation due to its Ropan (healing) property and Sita (cold) nature.
Tips for using Chironji Oil.
a. Take a few drops (as per your requirement) of Chironji oil.
b. Mix it with olive or almond oil.
c. Apply this mixture on the affected area once or twice a day to get rid of the sign of hyperpigmentation.
2. Acne and Pimples
According to Ayurveda, a person with Kapha-Pitta dosha skin type can be prone to Acne and Pimples. An aggravation of Kapha leads to increased sebum production and clogging of pores which results in the formation of both white and blackheads. Another factor, aggravation of Pitta, is marked by the appearance of some red papules (bumps) and inflammation with pus. Chironji helps manage acne due to its Pitta-Kapha balancing and Sita (cold) properties. It prevents and reduces the formation of white and blackheads and provides a cooling effect to the affected area.
Tips for using Chironji Seed Powder.
a. Take Chironji seed powder as per your requirement.
b. Mix it with rose water or milk to make a suitable paste.
c. Apply it to the affected area.
d. Wait for 20-30 minutes.
e. Wash off with water.
f.Repeat it twice a week to get rid of acne and pimples.
How to use Chironji
1. Chironji Oil
a. Take a few drops of Chironji oil or as per your requirement
b. Mix with olive or almond oil
c. Apply on the affected area once or twice to get rid of the sign of hyperpigmentation.
2. Chironji Seeds
a. Take Chironji seed powder as per your requirement.
b. Mix it with rose water or milk to make a suitable paste.
c. Apply it on the affected area
d. Wait for 20-30 minutes
e. Wash off with water
f. Repeat it twice a week to get rid of acne and pimples.
a. Take a few drops of Chironji oil or as per your requirement
b. Mix with olive or almond oil
c. Apply on the affected area once or twice to get rid of the sign of hyperpigmentation.
2. Chironji Seeds
a. Take Chironji seed powder as per your requirement.
b. Mix it with rose water or milk to make a suitable paste.
c. Apply it on the affected area
d. Wait for 20-30 minutes
e. Wash off with water
f. Repeat it twice a week to get rid of acne and pimples.
Frequently asked questions
Q. Can you eat raw Chironji seeds?
MODERN SCIENCE VIEW
Yes, Chironji seeds can be eaten raw. They are added to various food preparations like halwa, kheer etc. for garnishing. However, seeds can also be roasted or fried to enhance the flavour[12].
Q. What is the best way to store Chironji seeds?
MODERN SCIENCE VIEW
Chironji seeds can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for short term storage. However, for long term storage they should be kept in freezer.
References
- The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia Of India.Part 1 Volume 1.
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