Purslane seeds | Tukham Khurfa | تخم خرفه

Tukham Khurfa:

Tukham Khurfa also known as Purslane seeds, is a vitamin-rich herb including vitamin A that is considered good for improving the visuals of eyesight. Additionally, it also improves visual impairments. Another constituent found in Purslane seeds is vitamin B-complex, vitamin C, vitamin E, and omega-3 fatty acids. The omega-3 fatty acid is normally found in fish oil, making Tukham Khurfa an ideal vegetable for people who are not fond of eating seafood. The omega-3 fatty acids are considered good for skin health and help prevent skin damage caused by aging.

Purslane seeds use also help in reducing the high cholesterol levels and provides strength to the heart. Its effect on the immune system is remarkable. It contains minerals such as potassium, calcium, folate magnesium, and lithium.

Glutathione is also present in Tukham Khurfa that helps in boosting the immune system and is a detoxifying agent. Furthermore, there are lots of bioflavonoids and amino acids in Purslane seeds benefits. Because of its constituents, it has a powerful antioxidant effect in the body. It is also used in the treatment of kidney disease. Purslane seeds reduce acid reflux problems and prevent angina.

BENEFITS

• Treats kidney disease
• Resolves acid reflux problems
• Removes antiaging marks
• Prevents angina
• Good for asthma
• Cures bacterial infections
• Reduces high cholesterol levels
• Removes fatigue
• Effective treatment for conjunctivitis
• Stops vomiting

KEY ACTIONS

• Antibacterial
• Antiinflammatory
• Blood purifier
• Demulcent
• Thermogenic
• Detoxicant
• Tonic
• Vermifuge
• Alkaline
• Analgesic
• Diuretic
• Antidysenteric
• Vulnerary

KEY CONSTITUENTS OF TUKHAM KHURFA

• Omega-3 fatty acids
• Potassium
• Selenium
• Protein
• Minerals
• Fats
• Calcium
• Flavonoids
• Choline
• Mucilage
• Oxalic acid
• Copper
• Carotene