Chironji is a deciduous tree whose seeds are edible. It can be eaten raw or by toasting. These seeds have the flavors of almond and are slightly flattened. It is lentil-sized and can be eaten raw. Chironji seed is mostly used in sweets in India, and it is also ground into powders for thickening savory sauces and flavoring batters and stewed into rich, meaty kormas. Sara Paruppu helps to reduce your body heat and it can be used as a remedy for decreasing burning sensations in your body. These are used for thousands of years in the Ayurvedic and Unani, it is healthy medicine and it has curative properties.
Common Names of Chironji
Botanical Name | : Buchanania Lanzan |
English Name | : Almondette tree, Cheronjee, Buchanan’s Mango |
Tamil Name | : Korkai, Sara Paruppu |
Malayalam Name | : മ്യൂറൽ ,പ്രിയാളം – Mural, Priyalam |
Telugu Name | : శర , సరపప్పు – Sara, Sarapappu |
Hindi Name | : पियल , पियर ,चिरौंजी – Piyal, Piyar, Chiraungi |
Bengali Name | : Chironji, piyal, sarop, Chirangi, Chowl, Satdhan |
Gujarati Name | : ચારોળી-Charoli, Charal, Shalichokha |
Kannada Name | : Charpoppu, Caroli (ಚಾರೊಳಿ), Kole Maavu (ಕೊಲೆ ಮಾವು), |
Konkani Name | : Char (चार) |
Marathi Name | : Piyal (पियाल), Char (चार), Charoli (चारोळी) |
Nepali Name | : Acar, Ciraaunji, Car, Cirauji, chiraunjee (चिरोंजि) |
Oriya Name | : Charu, Chanhra |
Urdu Name | : چرونجي Chironji, Habb-us-Samena |
Nutritional Value of Chironji
10 grams of Chironji seeds contain nutrients such as;
- 65.6 of Calories
- 5.91 g of the total fat
- 1.9 g of Protein
- 1.21 g Of the total Carbohydrate
- 0.30 g Water
- 0.5 mg of Vitamin C
- 0.15 mg of Niacin
- 27.9 mg of Calcium
- 0.85 mg of Iron
- 53 mg of Phosphorus
Benefits of Chironji
Some of the Health Benefits of Chironji is given below in detail;
Prevents Diabetes
Chironji has the anti-diabetic property. It will help to reduce the blood sugar level of the body, so people who have diabetes can use this nut to maintain their blood sugar level.
Boosts Immunity System
The Mural seeds are rich in minerals and vitamins that will improve the immunity system so you can fight against all kinds of diseases and health problems. This nut will help to develop the children’s immune system.
Treats Respiratory Problems
By using a few drops of priyalam oil will helps to clear the blocked nose. The Sara Paruppu seeds are good medicine to relieve nasal congestion and chest congestion. Sara Paruppu can give to children who have respiratory problems.
Purifies Blood
The Chironji seeds are very useful to purify the blood, it acts as the blood cleaner. As a result, it will improve blood circulation and it helps to remove the toxins and stress hormone in the bloodstream.
Prevents Inflammation
The mural oil and seeds have the anti-inflammatory property, that provides instant relief from the burning sensation in the various part of the body. the Chironji oil is used to relieve rashes, itches, blemishes, etc. This oil is effectively treating scars and various skin infections.
Treats Rheumatic Pains
The gum of the priyalam is to deal with several health problems. The gum is a dissolver in the cow’s milk is used to treat rheumatic pain. By using this Chironji seed, you can find the natural treatment for rheumatic pain.
Controls Diarrhea
The oil derived from the seeds of Chironji comes with astringent properties, this has the potential to regularize bowel movements and prevent IRB (Irritatable Bowel Syndrome). Also, Sara Paruppu oil helps to treat diarrhea by uniting the stool particles together. Adding a few drops of Sara Paruppu oil to ORS or fruit juice is the best way to consume.
Improves Sexual Health
Roasted mural seeds have the ability to stimulate the libido as they have aphrodisiac properties. Besides, these help to solve physical problems like impotence and premature ejaculation. Ingestion of roasted Sara Paruppu in combination with food or medicine improves the motility and quality of sperm. The reproductive system is strengthened when the roasted Chironji seed powder is consumed by mixed with milk.
Treats Ulcers
The root extract of the Chironji plant is widely used to treat mouth ulcers caused by high heat. Numerous findings on this root extract and studies on mice have shown positive results. In particular, because these extracts have wound-healing properties, they fight ulcers that form in the GI tract.
Inhibits Congestion
The oil derived from the Chironji plant has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Therefore, adding a few drops of this oil to the water helps to control chest and nasal congestion by inhaling the vapors generated. Its antioxidant properties help to regenerate the tissue layer during severe cold.
Benefits Skin
Chironji oil has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that not only act as an excellent moisturizer but also help prevent premature aging. In addition, applying this oil to the skin can easily prevent skin infections. Sara Paruppu powder, gram flour, and yogurt can be mixed together and used as an excellent scrub for the face. And mixing this powder with aloe vera promotes flawless and acne-free skin.
Other Benefits of Chironji
- These seeds are used in Ayurveda and Unani systems of medicine.
- It is loaded full of vitamins and minerals that are beneficial for your skin and hair.
- Chironji is good for pimples and acne.
- These seeds help to get flawless skin.
- These also act as a brain tonic and it is useful for many genitor-urinary problems such as gleet etc.
- It is mostly crushed and you can be mixed with milk to produce a face-pack applied regularly it provides a rare glow to the skin.
Side Effects
Chironji seed is very healthy and will not produce any side effects. It can be eaten by all age groups of people. Seek medical advice for the usage of pregnant women.
Harvesting & Manufacturing Methods
All our herbs are 100% natural that is harvested and dried manually to provide the freshness of the herb. It is pulverized without chemical interactions and is very safe to use.
Merlin –
Fresh and nutty. Very good.
Rajan –
Good quality 🙂
Mohammed Zain Hussain –
It is a really good product as I expected. Good taste
VD Bahuguna –
High-quality Chironji at reasonable price. It’s really fresh and perfect size.
Riya Punalekar –
Good product. But I think it’s a bit costly.