Low Sex Drive? Try These Super Nutritious And Healthy Seeds To Instantly Boost It
Also known as aliv or garden cress seeds, halim seeds are a rich source of iron, folic acid and fibre. Read here to know to how these seeds can help in boosting your libido and also help you get rid of lethargy.
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Has lethargy refused to get off your body despite being almost a week since Diwali festivities got over? You're not alone! Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar is here with the perfect detox food which has some amazing health benefits as well - the one and only halim seeds! Also known as aliv or garden cress seeds, these seeds are a rich source of iron, folic acid and fibre. In one of her recent posts on Instagram, Rujuta Diwekar mentions that if aliv or halim seeds can give a boost to your libido, mood, oxygenation to the brain and much more.
Speaking of halim or garden cress, it is a fast-growing edible herb which is related to mustard or watercress plan. It has a peppery, tangy flavour and aroma to it and is usually used to garnish foods. The plant can grow up to a height of 2 feet with minimal maintenance when undisturbed, and produces light-pink flowers and small seed pods when mature.
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Garden cress plant is an important source of calcium, vitamin C, vitamin E and vitamin A, along with iron and folic acid. High iron and protein content in garden cress plant makes it ideal for lactating mothers.