The canary seed is one of the most consumed seeds, belongs to the family Poaceae, its scientific name is Phalaris canariensis and it is original of the Mediterranean. At present it is cultivated almost all the world since it is the main food of the poultry.
The canary seedlings grow in the form of grass that looks like grass, its stems are cylindrical and hollow, its leaves are similar to those of wheat and have long pods. The seeds are wrapped in a shell and are brown with a glossy finish.
Studies have recently been carried out to find out the properties of canary seed since it was evident that in birds this seed provided many benefits. The most important finding was the presence of proteins that have stable amino acids that provide a very good health to the organism.
Properties and nutrients of canary seed:
– What’s more, the proteins contained in the birdseed are neither harmful nor difficult to digest.
– They have a powerful ability to recharge enzymes.
– It is an excellent source of antioxidants, which prevent aging and premature skin wear.
– Provides a lot of plant proteins.
– Enzymes in these wonderful seeds are a perfect natural remedy to reduce inflammation in internal organs like liver, kidney and pancreas.
– It is a very powerful pancreatic regenerator, helps to eradicate diabetes notably (in a short period of time).
– Eliminates cirrhosis by increasing the amount of hepatocytes in the liver, which ends the reduction of inflammation as well.
– Recharges the kidneys with enzymes, which help to eliminate excessive fluids.
– Prevents arteriosclerosis.
– Help with gout, edemas, gastritis and stomach ulcers.
– Perfect for the treatment of hypertension.
– It contains the enzyme lipase, which helps to clean harmful fats from veins, arteries, or simply from fat deposits.
– Extraordinary for obesity, cellulitis, swollen abdomen, etc.
– Contributes to abdominal toning.
– Makes a great snack.
– Helps to burn fat and reduce cholesterol. A good meal for weight loss or a diet to lower cholesterol.
– It has emollient properties.
– A great remedy for kidney and bladder conditions (cystitis), as it kills bacteria in the urinary tract.
– Refreshing.
How to consume them?
You can eat them as they come, in salads or smoothies, or even in soups or dressings. You can also make a nutritious enzymatic milk of canary seed as follows:
Canine milk:
Soak 5 tablespoons of birdseed seeds in fresh water overnight. In the morning, drain the water and place the soaked canary in the blender.
You can add soy milk and fruit if you wish, or simply mix and drink birdseed milk, sweetened with honey (not sugar).
This is a nutritious and energetic milk to start the day with (in the mornings), and to end the day, well (at night, drink hot).
It is very important that you do not sweeten this milk with sugar, as this is harmful and irritating to the body.
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