Description
Poppy is a flowering plant.
The flower petals are red in color.
The petals bear a white cross mark on them.
It may be annual or perennial.
It belong to the Poppy family.
It grows in a tropical climate.
It grows up to 1.5 M.
Best used for Toothache.
In TCM :
Poppy : Su Qiao
Poppy Capsule : Ying Su Ke
Meridians associated : Lung, Kidney and Large Intestine
NOTE: In some places Khus Khus is also known as Vetiver. Be cautious in selecting the correct herb.
Poppy General
Poppy is a flowering plant associated to the Papaveraceae family. It is called Khaskhas in India.
It is an effective remedy in treating Nervous Disorders. It soothes the Brain nerves and provides a relaxing effect. This helps in curing Insomnia.
The presence of Oleic acid makes Poppy an effective remedy against Cancer. It fights the Cancer causing agents and prevents the cells from turning Cancerous. It is a good herbal remedy for Breast Cancer.
It contains Linoleic acid which keeps the Heart health. It reduces the risk of Heart Attack and Heart Diseases.
Poppy seeds act as an Immunity Booster. They improve the energy levels in the body. It helps in oxygenating the Blood and produces bacteria fighting cells.
It is useful in treating Skin Diseases like Eczema, Inflammation and Itching. It is a good moisturizer which keeps the Skin smooth and soft. It clears the Skin and removes the dead cells. A paste made of Poppy seeds, Milk and Lime juice cures Burning Sensation and Itching.
It rinses the Hair and eliminates Dandruff. It activates the Hair follicles and enhances the Hair growth.
Poppy are essential for the growth of new cells. It provides protein to the body that helps in the development of cells.
It promotes Urination and useful in expelling Kidney Stones.
It improves the Insulin production and keeps the Blood glucose levels balanced.
It reduces Cholesterol levels in the blood.
Poppy is high in Dietary Fibers which regulate the bowel movements and cure Constipation. It counters Gastrointestinal Diseases.
Caution: Consult a doctor before consuming it.
Keywords: Heart Attack, Nervous Disorders, Insomnia, Heart Diseases, Skin Diseases, Eczema, Inflammation, Itching, Burning Sensation, Dandruff, Kidney Stones, High Cholesterol, Gastrointestinal Diseases, Constipation.
Single HerbGrind Opium seeds with milk. Apply it over the head.
Take 3 g seed powder of Poppy with warm Milk. Have it once a day.
OR : Powder the roasted seeds of Powder. Take quarter tsp of it with Honey.
Take half tsp Poppy seed oil before going to bed at night. Have it thrice a week.
Poppy as Coolant
Grind Poppy seeds to make paste. Consume 2 g of it daily with lukewarm water.
Take 4 g Poppy Seeds with warm water. Its regular use stops the formation of Kidney Stones.
Poppy for Dark Circles
Crush seeds of Poppy to make paste. Apply it below the Eyes. Use it regular to get rid of them.
Apply Poppy seed paste over itchy areas.
Dip one teaspoon of Poppy ( Afeem ) Seeds in water for 5 hours. Chew them with lukewarm milk at night.
Take 3 teaspoons of Poppy seeds and soak them overnight in water. The next morning, grind them to make a fine paste. Consume it daily.
Poppy as an Aphrodisiac
Poppy seeds when smoked increases sexual performance.
Simply put a tablespoon of Poppy seeds in the fire and inhale its smoke.
Multiple Herbs How to Use Herbal Treatment? Click Here + Herbal Treatment For Ringworm 3
Make a paste of Vernonia Cinerea, Poppy, Black Cumin, Dry Coconut powder. Apply it for three hours. Wash it off with luke warm water.
Herbal Treatment For Hoarseness 4
Prepare a decoction of Poppy seeds and Caraway seeds by taking them in equal quantity. Gargle with it twice a day.
Herbal Treatment For Sore Throat 5
Take the following herbs :
Coconut : Nariyal : Milk : 2 tablespoon
Poppy : Afeem : Seeds : Powder : 1 tablespoon
Honey : Shehad : 2 tablespoon
Mix all ingredients. Have one teaspoon with milk at night.
Herbal Treatment For Amebiasis 1
Take 2 g each of Black Pepper, Asafoetida and Poppy seeds. Grind them to make powder. Divide them in 10 parts. Take 1 pill four times a day.
Herbal Treatment For Dizziness 2
Soak the following herbs in water for half an hour.
1) Wheat - 25-30 grams
2) Poppy seeds- 15-20 grams
3) Almonds - 10-12 Almonds
4) Water Melon seeds - 8-10
Heat one tablespoon of ghee in a pan. Fry 2 cloves in it. Add all the soaked herbs in it. Take 4-5 tablespoon two times a day with milk.
Herbal Treatment For Diarrhea 23
Take following herbs in mentioned quantity
20 g Poppy Seeds
40 g Sugar
10 g Cardamom
10 g Nutmeg
20 g Tragacanth Gum
Grind them to make powder. Take 3 g of the powder after every 3 hours with lukewarm water.
Herbal Treatment For Dizziness 7
Soak the following herbs in water overnight.
1. Almonds – 8
2. Pumpkin Seeds - 8
3. Poppy Seeds – 1 teaspoon
4. Wheat - 3 tablespoons
Grind all the soaked herbs into a fine paste. Heat 1 tablespoon of Ghee. Add one teaspoon of cloves in it and fry. Add the paste along with 100 ml of milk and boil the mixture for 5 minutes. Add sugar to taste.