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Benefits of Timur: In the hilly areas of Uttarakhand, nature has given a treasure of such precious medicinal flora, which are still an important part of rural life and sometimes prove to be more effective than modern medicines. One of these medicinal plants is ‘Timur’, which is also known as ‘Timaru’ in the local language. It grows in the form of a prickly bush and its small round grains look like black pepper, but its taste and properties are completely different.
If sudden tooth pain starts and there is no medicine nearby, then keeping a grain of Timur in the mouth gives great relief. Chewing or sucking it slowly reduces pain in a few minutes. This grain produces light tingling and coolness in the mouth, which gives immediate relief to the teeth and gums. Not only this, the specialty of Timur is that it removes the odor of the mouth and gives freshness like brushing.
Timur is not only a cure for toothache, it is also considered extremely beneficial for the digestive system. Chewing it activates salivary glands, which improves digestion. This is the reason that there is a tradition of chewing Timur after meals in many mountainous areas. It also gives relief in problems like gas, indigestion and indigestion.
Timur has many medicinal properties. Along with its seeds, its bark and leaves are also used to make decoction, which is effective in many diseases like headache, cold, cough and joint pain. In Ayurveda, Timur is known as a powerful natural analgesic.
Renu Upadhyay, a local knowledgeable woman from Bageshwar, says that if you also want to take advantage of this medicinal plant, then Timur grains can be purchased from Saras Market or local herbal shops in Bageshwar. Its price ranges from 50 to 100 rupees for 100 grams. The special thing is that this grain does not deteriorate for a long time, so it can be kept safe for a long time in the domestic medicine box.
Timur is not only a medicine, but it is also a symbol of the tradition and natural knowledge of hill lifestyle. Timur is a great and reliable option for those who are looking for natural and cheap treatment. This is a home medicine that must be in every house.
