Poppy Seeds Posta Dana

स्यात् खाखसफलोदृतं वल्कलं शीतल लघु | 
ग्राही तिक्तं कषायश्च वातकृत् कफकासहत् । 
धातूनां शोषक रूक्षमदकृद्दन्हिवर्धनम् || 
आफूकं शोषणं ग्राहि श्रलेष्मघ्नम वातपित्तलम् |
तथा खसफलोद्धृत वल्कल प्रायमित्यपि ॥ 
खसबीजाणि बल्याणि वृष्याणि सुगुरूणि च । 
जनयन्ति कफ तानि रामयन्ति समीरणम् ||
Shloka no. Haritakyadi Varga, 236-240, Bhava Prakash Nighantu

The above shloka explains the property, and actions of the different parts of the herb Ahiphena. The rind of Khasa is cooling and light to digest. This part of the herb is water absorbent, bitter and astringent in taste. It increases Vata and reduces Kapha and cough. It causes tissue emaciation and drying. It leads to a state of semi-consciousness and increases appetite. It causes frequent perplexity, increases taste sensation. The latex derived from Khasa fruit is known as Aphukam or Ahiphenkam. Aphukam dries up all secretion, water- absorbent, relieves Kapha, and increases Vata and Pitta. The seeds of the Khas Fruit are known as Khas Khas Beej and these seeds are strength-giving, aphrodisiac, and heavy to digest. They increase or generate Kapha and reduce Vata.

Poppy Seeds Posta Dana is a highly nutritious food source that is used in a wide range of culinary dishes, such as breads, cakes, pastries, and curries. Known for its demulcent properties, it can also be used to relieve constipation. Enjoy its fatty oil and rich flavor in your favorite recipes.

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