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Does Halim Seeds Have Side Effects?

Dear Doctor, Goodmorning.

my daughter is in 8th std and lil short in height, I got an information that giving 35 gms of halim seeds with 1.5 ltr milk will shoot up her ht in 3 months by 3 inches, but i am worried if there are any side effects of these seeds?

Tue, 20 May 2014
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Ayurveda Specialist 's  Response
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1. halim [garden cress ] seeds intake is known to regulate menstruation and is the best source of iron and is hence recommended in the treatment of iron-deficiency anemia. [ which will thus help to regulate/overcome any deficiency at her age]
2. Height of an individual also depends upon the height of the parents [genetic], if they have short stature, their siblings can/may have the same height.
PS. There is no such magic Ingredient in any herbal formula which can increase the length of bones
3. eat a healthy, balanced and nutritious diet and practice pranayam,yogasanas, back exercises that stretches the spine which helps in increasing height by 1”-2” inches. [but since she is in her puberty, intake of the seeds along with exercise may achieve the desired results]
4. side-effect of cress is that it is an abortifacient if used in excess, so garden cress should always be eaten in moderation if you are pregnant or trying to conceive. [not significant for her age but recommended]
. seeds have laxative properties, so taking in higher doses could lead to abdominal discomfort, an increased number of bowel movements and diarrhea.
. seeds may cause obstruction of the esophagus, intestines or bowel if taken in large doses or without enough liquid.
. seeds also may elevate the risk of excessive bleeding because it decreases clotting. People with bleeding disorders or taking medications or supplements with blood-thinning effects may need to be cautious.
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Does Halim Seeds Have Side Effects?

** 1. halim [garden cress ] seeds intake is known to regulate menstruation and is the best source of iron and is hence recommended in the treatment of iron-deficiency anemia. [ which will thus help to regulate/overcome any deficiency at her age] 2. Height of an individual also depends upon the height of the parents [genetic], if they have short stature, their siblings can/may have the same height. PS. There is no such magic Ingredient in any herbal formula which can increase the length of bones 3. eat a healthy, balanced and nutritious diet and practice pranayam,yogasanas, back exercises that stretches the spine which helps in increasing height by 1”-2” inches. [but since she is in her puberty, intake of the seeds along with exercise may achieve the desired results] 4. side-effect of cress is that it is an abortifacient if used in excess, so garden cress should always be eaten in moderation if you are pregnant or trying to conceive. [not significant for her age but recommended] . seeds have laxative properties, so taking in higher doses could lead to abdominal discomfort, an increased number of bowel movements and diarrhea. . seeds may cause obstruction of the esophagus, intestines or bowel if taken in large doses or without enough liquid. . seeds also may elevate the risk of excessive bleeding because it decreases clotting. People with bleeding disorders or taking medications or supplements with blood-thinning effects may need to be cautious.