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Munakka Health Benefits: Munakka has a sweet taste and is also called the tree of life due to its regenerative ability. It is widely used as a dry fruit and is used for various medicinal objectives.
Munakka is quite beneficial for the human body. It is used to prevent constipation because of its laxative property. The presence of cooling property in munakka help in treating acidity. It has cough suppressant and soothing properties, which help in managing dry cough and respiratory tract inflammation.It enhances the nitric oxide level in the blood, helps in relaxing the blood vessels, improves blood flow, and, hence, manages blood pressure. It can also help in preventing indigestion if taken in dried and soaked overnight form. Due to its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, it can help in healing wounds faster when applied to wounds. It is used to prevent wrinkles and aging and can be applied to the skin in a face mask. This is due to the presence of the antioxidant property of munakka.
Munakka can be used to treat various diseases, such as:
• Hay fever
• Obesity
• Eye pain
It can also be used for cough, melasma, ADHD, menopausal symptoms, heavy menstrual bleeding, fatigue, diarrhea, constipation, high cholesterol, hypertension, and mouth ulcers. However, enough evidence is not available.
• Munakka capsules –Take about 1 to 2 capsules two times a day.
• Munakka paste –Take about ½ to 1 teaspoon or according to your requirement.
However, if you have consulted any doctor regarding the dosage of munakka, we advise you to follow that prescription strictly.
1. Raw munakka
a. Take about 1 to 2 teaspoons of munakka.
b. Consume it once or two times a day.
2. Munakka capsules ( draksha)
a. Take a glass of lukewarm water.
b. Swallow 1 to 2 capsules with it.
c. Use this remedy, preferably after meals.
3. Munakkakwath (decoction)
a. Take some quantity of lukewarm water.
b. Add an equal amount of munakka kwath (decoction) to it.
c. Take this remedy, preferably after meals once or twice a day.
4. Munakka paste face pack
a. Take some amount of honey in a container.
b. Add ½ to 1 teaspoon of munakka paste to it.
c. Mix it well.
d. Apply it gently on the face and neck.
e. Let it dry for some time.
f. Then wash it with running water.
g. You need to use this 2 to 3 times a day for better results.
h. This remedy is useful for getting rid of dark skin patches and uneven skin tone.
5. Munakka on face
a. Crush munakka
b. Prepare a poultice from it.
c. Spread out the poultice on a cheesecloth or muslin.
d. Then keep this cloth on the affected area.
Although munakka is blessed with various magical benefits, it can have side effects too. It can cause indigestion and dryness. Some of the side effects of munakka are given below:
• It can cause dry scalp.
• It can cause itching.
• It can lead to high blood pressure.
• It can cause nausea.
• It can lead to indigestion.
• It can cause dizziness.
• It can lead to anaphylaxis.
Therefore, it is advised to use munakka with care.
Although munakka has many benefits for the body, however, there are certain precautions that you must consider before consuming munakka. Some of the precautions are given below:
• Due to its virechana (purgative) nature, it can cause loose motion. Thus, it is advised to consult a doctor before consuming munakka.
• If you have indigestion or weak digestive fire, then it is advised to consult a doctor before using munakka.
• If you are taking anticoagulants or blood thinners, then it is advised to consult a doctor before consuming munakka because it tends to react with blood thinners.
• It is advisable to consult a doctor before taking munakka at the time of breastfeeding.
• If you are taking hypertensive drugs, it is advised to consult a doctor before consuming munakka because it tends to lower the blood pressure. Also, keep your blood pressure in check.
• It is advisable to consult a doctor before taking munakka at the time of pregnancy.
• If your skin is hypersensitive, then use munakka paste with some base like honey or water.
Q. What is the difference between kishmish and munakka?
A. Munakka and mishmash are both used as dry fruits.
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Q. Explain the chemical constituents of munakka?
A. Munakka has many properties like anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, antitumor, cardiovascular- protection, neuroprotective properties. It also has phenolic compounds like resveratrol, flavonoid, quercetin, catechins, procyanidins, and anthocyanins. It has a sweet taste.
Q. Is it safe to consume munakka seeds?
A. Although it is safe to consume munakka seeds, it can cause choking and must be avoided.
Q. What are the different ways to eat munakka seeds?
A. For improving iron levels
• Take some munakka pieces according to your requirement.
• Soak them overnight in water.
• Take these pieces in the morning on an empty stomach.
For constipation
• Take some munakka seeds.
• Soak them in water.
• Then boil these with milk.
• Have this milk before going to bed.
Q. Is munakka helpful in bad breath?
A. yes,
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Munakka helps in preventing bacterial growth between the teeth and around the gums and thus preventing bad breath. |
According to the Ayurvedic view, constipation can be responsible for bad breath. However, munakka can help prevent indigestion that eventually prevents bad breath due to its presence of virechana(purgative) property. |
Q. Is munakka helpful during pregnancy?
A. It is advisable to avoid using grape seeds during pregnancy. However, sufficient evidence is not available regarding the role of munakka during pregnancy.
Q. Can munakka help to prevent constipation?
A. Yes,
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Due to the laxative property in munakka, it can help promote bowel movement and loosening stool. It facilitates easy passing of stool and therefore prevents constipation. |
According to the Ayurvedic view, taking munakka with warm milk at night before going to bed can improve digestion and prevent constipation. It also promotes bowel movement and easy passage of stool due to its virechana (purgative) property. |
Q. Is munakka helpful for acidity?
A. Yes,
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Due to the cooling effect of munakka, it can help in reducing inflammation and controlling acidity. |
According to the Ayurvedic view, due to the presence of pitta balancing property in munakka, it can help prevent indigestion and inhibit the production of excessive acid in the body. And therefore, controlling acidity. |
Q. Is munakka helpful for diabetes?
A. Yes, due to the presence of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties in munakka, it can promote insulin secretion and prevent damage to pancreatic cells. Thus, it can help in reducing blood sugar levels and managing diabetes.
Q. Is munakka helpful for hypertension?
A. Yes, munakka is quite helpful in controlling high blood pressure. This is due to its antioxidant property. It also increases the levels of nitric acid in the blood, helping to relax the blood vessels and improve blood flow. Thus, munakka is quite beneficial for high blood pressure.
Q. Is munakka useful in a dry cough?
A. Yes,
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Due to the cough suppressant property of munakka, it can help to manage the dry cough. It also has a soothing property, which helps to avoid irritation in the throat. |
According to the Ayurvedic view, due to the snigdha property of munakka, it can help prevent dryness in the throat and leaves a soothing effect. Thus, munakka can help in preventing dry cough. |
Q. Is munakka helpful for weight gain?
A. Yes,
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Sufficient evidence is not available regarding the use of munakkain weight gain. |
According to the Ayurvedic view, due to the balya property of munakka, it can help gain weight if taken with a regular diet. |
Q. Is munakka helpful for teeth and gums?
A. Yes,
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The antiseptic property (due to the presence of organic acids)of munakka can help prevent bacterial growth in teeth and gums and reduce oral problems. Thus, munakka can help with oral disorders. |
According to the Ayurvedic view, due to the presence of sita (cold) and ropan (healing) properties in munakka, it can help heal mouth ulcers and prevent inflammation in gums. |
Q. Is munakka helpful for skin?
A. Yes,
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Munakka has antioxidant property that is effective against free radicals and prevents cell damage. It has a strong wound healing property. It is also beneficial for preventing aging, wrinkles, and roughness of the skin. Due to anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, it can help prevent inflammation and bacterial growth, respectively. |
According to the Ayurvedic view, due to the snigdha (oily) property in munakka, it can help prevent fine lines and wrinkles on the skin. It has ropan (healing) property, which helps healwounds faster when applied to them. |
Munakka on face
a. Crush munakka.
b. Prepare a poultice from it.
c. Spread out the poultice on a cheesecloth or muslin.
d. Then keep this cloth on the affected area.
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