New Delhi, 21 March (IANS). For decades, the TV screen has been hearing about this husk through advertisements or in the discussion about re -health. Originally it is Persia but India has also created history in its exports. The name is its Isabgol. The more interesting is its name, the more it is the story of its origin!
The story of its name is associated with ‘Horse Ka Ear’. It is such that in Persian, Isabgol means a horse’s ear. Since its leaves are the same size, the name is Isabgol. Its plant is up to one meter high, the leaves look long but less wide and similar to paddy leaves.
Now because the meaning of Isabgol in Persian is understood, it is assumed that it would have been produced in Persia (Iran). Not today, it has been used to fix the digestive system for hundreds of years. Interesting facts, as already mentioned, is about its export. Even though it was born in Iran, India has mastered selling its husk out of the most. It is produced in large quantities in Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. Now come in its scientific name, so it is called ‘Plantago Owata’ and there is also a name ‘Silium Husk’.
Doctors have been advised to use this Husk i.e. husk for a long time. Experts of Natural Medicine are of the opinion that if it is used properly, then weight loss also helps. It is also called medical advice before use. Although its intake is usually safe, but some precautions have to be taken. Like, a lot of water should be drunk.
Consumption of Isabgol husk can reduce blood sugar levels in the body, so if you are a patient of diabetes, then the advice of a doctor is important. If you consume Isabgol for a long time, the absorption of some minerals and vitamins in the body may slow down.
There are many conclusions, such as its consumption improves heart health, strengthens the digestive system, relieves diarrhea and gas problem, hair growth, skin becomes clean and beautiful. Consuming Isabgol regularly promotes your overall health. The thing to note is that Isabgol has both advantages and disadvantages. If you are going to consume it, drink maximum amount of water, otherwise it can give rise to many problems related to stomach and throat. Also, if you are diabetic, do not consume it without doctor’s advice.
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