Nature’s Gift, the Gift of Winter
Almonds are called the king of nuts. They have different names in different countries. For example, Badam in Urdu, Badam in Punjabi, Badam in Arabic, Badam in Persian and Datad in Sanskrit. Thus, there are many types of almonds, but the most popular are two types. Katha, Kaji, and almonds are sweet, but they are also bitter.
The chemical components of almonds are as follows. Sweet almonds contain gum, starch, sucrose, heavy oil, mineral salts, protein, and vitamins, while bitter almonds contain gum, sucrose, starch, and fine oil. Bitter almonds spoil the taste of the mouth, so they should be added to sweet dishes after tasting.
This is a short introduction to almonds, its purpose is to give you information about almonds, what is in almonds, by the way, it is a unique gift of nature that is for human health.
The benefits of almonds are endless. It sharpens brain power, improves eyesight, fattens the body, removes chronic constipation, stimulates appetite, makes food a part of the body. It sharpens memory, strengthens bones and heart. Today we will tell you about the different types of almonds and their medical benefits.
Desert almonds
Its tree is found in the mountains on the west coast of Hong Kong Island.
Benefits
Grinding it in vinegar and applying it on the forehead relieves headaches. If someone has swelling in the chest, grinding it and applying it to the painful area provides relief. Grinding it with vinegar and applying it removes shadows and dark spots on the face.
Bengali almonds
In Bengal, they grow on special trees, and their bark produces a very clear oil.
Benefits
Burning the hard skins of almonds and applying them to the teeth makes the gums and teeth strong and stops bleeding from the gums. Drinking its oil mixed with milk helps in relieving constipation in dry temperaments. Using abtans made from almond kernels makes the face clean and soft.
Ceylon almonds
This tree is cultivated in many places from the northwestern part of India to Ceylon, and dye is also extracted from its bark and leaves.
Benefits
Grinding and coating its kernels relieves nerve pain. Drinking the juice of its leaves mixed with black salt relieves stomach pain. The compounds of almonds are very useful in improving the complexion. That is why abtan is also made from it.
Barbary almonds
It is produced in the Berber region of Africa.
Its almond is smaller than the common almond, the color of the peel is yellow. It has holes on both sides, which do not reach the kernel.
Benefits
Its oil is useful for melancholy, madness and forgetfulness. Grinding its kernel and coating it on the nerves relieves pain. Using the juice of its kernel is beneficial for dysentery and colic. It is useful in old and dry cough. This small dry fruit solves big problems. Make it an essential part of your diet and thank Allah Almighty for this blessing.
