Garden Cress Benefits

Also known as garden cress, it is a fast-growing edible herb. Garden cress seeds possess many properties such as nutritious, antioxidant, etc., and have been used in folk custom for hyperactive airway disorders, such as asthma, bronchitis, and cough [1]

The seeds contain many nutrients including plant phenolics, iron, folic acid, vitamins A, C, A, fiber and protein. It is also a supplement in the diet of lactating mothers to increase milk secretion in lactating women as well as help in regulating the menstrual cycle.

Cress seed oil is produced from cress seeds through the cold-pressing method. Cress seed oil contains a balanced amount of polyunsaturated fatty acids (46%) and monounsaturated fatty acids (37%). It is also an excellent source of alpha-linolenic acid, which serves as an alternative source of omega-3, especially for vegetarians [2]

The vitamin C in the oil protects it from rancidity and oxidation, giving it a longer shelf life.

Garden cress seed oil also contains natural antioxidants such as vitamin A, E and eugenol, which protect the body from free radical damage and perform free radical scavenging activities in the body [3]

Some studies have suggested that adding garden cress oil to salads could be helpful in prevention.

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Refrences

1. Najeeb-ur Rehma, Arif-ullah Khan, Khalid M. Alkharfy. Pharmacological Basis for the Medicinal Use of Lepidium sativum in Airways Disorders. NCBI. [Online] June 15, 2012. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3265128/.

2. Okpala, lessing. 15 ASTONISHING BENEFITS OF GARDEN CRESS (HALIM SEEDS). Global Food Book. [Online] 2015. https://globalfoodbook.com/15-astonishing-benefits-of-garden-cress.

3. Garden Cress Seeds: Tiny Nutrient Powerhouses. Nutmeds. [Online] 2018. https://www.netmeds.com/health-library/post/garden-cress-seeds-tiny-nutrient-powerhouses.

4. Paswan, Chandra Shekhar Singh and Vinod Kumar. The Potential of Garden Cress (Lepidium sativum L.) Seeds for Development of Functional Foods. [Online] 2017. https://www.intechopen.com/chapters/57028.

 
 

Potential Benefits of Cress Seed (Lepidium sativum)

  1. Garden Cress Seeds are beneficial in hyperactive airway disorders

Lepidium sativum are used in folk medicine for improving airway disorders like asthma and COPD. The symptoms of asthma can be remarkably lowered by taking Garden Cress seeds as the presence of an active compound aids in improving the lung function. It serves as good expectorant that helps in treating cough and sore throat. Cress seed mitigates hyper-active airway symptoms through a unique bronchodilator activities (anticholinergic, Ca++ antagonist and PDE inhibitory effects), which may explain its medicinal use in the hyperactive airways disorders, such as cough and asthma.

  • Good for Gut Health

The abundance of fiber in Garden Cress seeds is a potent laxative that helps in relieving the symptoms of constipation and indigestion. It also improves gastro-intestinal motility which in turn relieves the symptoms of indigestion and constipation. Eating it regularly helps in regularizing the bowel movements. Taken these seeds regularly can help clear the digestive tract effectively.

  • Beneficial for Lactating Mothers

Breast milk is extremely beneficial for infants since it is ideal for their nourishment and strengthening of their immune system. Garden cress seed possesses galactogogues property. It helps in the production of breast milk. Therefore, these seeds are a great addition to the diets of lactating moms.

  • Regulates Menstrual Cycle

Cress seed oil contains phytochemicals that are similar to estrogen, the hormone that plays various roles in the female body. The active ingredients in those seeds help in the regulation of the menstrual cycle

  • It is super rich in protein and other essential minerals such as iron and magnesium that prevent hair loss.
  • Boosts Memory

Garden Cress seeds are abundant in essential fats linolenic acids and arachidonic fatty acids and this combination of good fats functions as an excellent memory-booster.

Disclaimer: The information provided in the potential section of the blog is based on research conducted online several years ago and is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, and we do not claim responsibility for any health outcomes. Always consult with a healthcare professional before making any changes to your routine.