VERSATILE (BUCHANANIA LANZAN L): A COMMENDABLE NUTTY SEED OF ENORMOUS POTENTIALITY FOR WELLBEING
Bina Rani, Upma Singh, Lakha Ram, Khumbha Ram Mahala and Raaz K. Maheshwari*
ABSTRACT
All parts of this plant, be it nuts or seeds, fruits, oil, roots, kernels, or gum, are a host of many medicinal values and offer several health benefits. Most traditional medicine formulations have this chironji plant part.Chironji is low in calories, but extremely rich in protein and dietary fibre, which keeps hunger pangs at bay, leading to satiety and eliminating the need to eat more often. Chironji has a unique taste which is slightly sweet, slightly acidic similar to the flavor of almonds. Chironji has many essential vitamins and minerals including vitamin C, vitamin B1 and B2, as. Chironji is also extremely rich in minerals like calcium, iron and phosphorus. Chironji is full of fiber, mineral, proteins, vitamins, and other nutrients, and Antiflatulent, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antibiotic, antibacterial, antidepressant, expectorant, astringent, digestive, antidiabetic, cooling and many other clinical properties. Chironji seed oil has astringent properties, and can help in regularising bowel movements. The Fruits and Seeds of Chironji plant contain various essential oils and bioactive compounds viz. 8-cineole, Camphene, Flavonoids, Galactosides, Myrcene, Sabinene,Triglycerides, Tannins,Y-terpinene. All these compounds and effects of chironji make it a natural medicine for various ailments. The review paper precisely delineates phytochemistry, therapeutic attributes, traditional significance and culinary uses.
Keywords: Antiflatulent, anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, expectorant, a stringent, oils, 8-cineole, Camphene, Flavonoids.
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