Sesame the Magical Seed from Ayurveda

Ayurveda texts have been replete with the mention of Sesame as the healer. Almost half of the Ayurvedic preparations use Sesame oil, powder and paste in it. This wonderful herb is used in many ways. It is applies externally using the oil to massage, which is a way of rejuvenation in Rishikesh India. It is also applied over the eyes for better eyesight. There are many ways Sesame is useful as a medicine. It is commonly known as “Til” in India.

The Benefits of Sesame
 

Charaka the master sage, who knew the most about herbs, tells that Sesame oil is the best oil for body massage as it gives strength to the bones and imparts the oiliness the body requires.

Shushruta the pioneer of surgery also tells about the benefits Sesame can provide in many ways. He uses some terms which bring out the attributes of Sesame. The attributes are:

• Dantya (Great for teeth) – Sesame can be used as oil, seed or paste for keeping the teeth strong. The paste is a great remedy for tooth ache (Gandusha treatment), chewing seeds keeps gums healthy and the oil can be used for oil pulling. Sesame in all its forms protects the teeth from Vata imbalance.

• Pathya (Part of food) – Sesame oil is the most widely used oil for cooking in household across India. The oil is said to improve digestion, intelligence and also good for cleaning wounds. Wounds when cleaned with the oil heal faster. It can also be used for curing mouth ulcers.

• Twacha, Balya and Keshya (Skin and Hair) – The oil improves skin quality and also is great for hair roots. The oil can be used to massage babies, as it helps to strengthen bones, joints and muscles. A person using Sesame oil regularly for head massage will not suffer from headaches, baldness, graying or hair fall. Massage on the body followed by a hot water bath calms down Vata. Massage with the oil as suggested in the program of Ayurveda retreats in Rishikesh India, and bathe with warm water after an hour.

Sesame oil has been mentioned has been named in Vedas as having anti pathogen quality, and can cure almost all skin ailments. The natural anti-inflammatory nature makes it a great medicine in case of sprains and thee benefits are just the tip of the iceberg. The oil has been known to be beneficial in diabetes as well and more research is being done on this wonder drug known to ancient Sages but forgotten later.  for more detail..........