Chickpeas, Whole Black (Cicer Arietinum)

Description ShareTweetPinLinkedInPrintEmail Chickpeas, Whole Black (Cicer Arietinum) HERB COMMON NAME :  Chickpeas, Black HERB SCIENTIFIC NAME :  Cicer Arietinum OTHER NAMES :  Chanaka, Chole, Bengal Gram, Garbanzo beans, Kala Chana, Desi Chana, Desi Chickpeas, Ceci Neri, Kabuli, Safaid Beans, Kabuli Chana, Black Chana, Egyptian Pea, Kondaikadali, Senagalu, Kadala, Kadale, Shushkabrshta FAMILY :  Fabaceae Planet: Venus Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius Chakra: 1st Root Chakra (Muladhara) Energy: Yang Gender: Masculine Spirit Animal: Peacock   Parts Used:  Pea Seed Description:  SUPER FOOD – Black Chickpeas are small grains similar to yellow Garbanzo beans but tend to be smaller and range in color from dark brown to black. Black Chickpeas have a nutty flavor and firm texture, and are a staple in Mediterranean, Indian and Asian cuisines. They are a good source of bioactive compounds, particularly isoflavones, and are used to make hummus, falafel, flour, stews, curries, salads, and dips. They can be boiled, fried, roasted or stewed, and are high in protein, fiber, iron, manganese, carbohydrates, and vitamin B. The Isoflavones in Black Chickpeas are considered estrogenic polyphenols (structurally similar to estrogen) with potent anticarcinogenic properties. For women, it is also believed that Chickpeas are high in natural estrogen, which can help create hormonal balance and ease symptoms of menopause. The folate in chickpeas is thought to increase semen production and sperm count, and also reduce sperm deformities. The zinc found in chickpeas is also believed to promote optimum levels of testosterone and healthy sperm production. Black Chickpeas have a low glycemic load and less glycemic index with strong amylose which digests slowly. These elements assist in avoiding unexpected spikes in blood sugar, which may help type 2 diabetes. Black Chickpeas are rich in fiber and may help manage weight by producing a feeling of fullness in the stomach. Black Chickpeas are high in vitamin B6 and Zinc, which are beneficial for hair growth. They help build protein in the hair, which strengthens the hair follicles, prevents fallout of hair, and promotes hair growth. Black Chickpeas may also help prevent premature greying of hair. It is also believed to help dandruff and provide shine to the hair. Black Chickpea paste mixed with Turmeric can be used to cleanse the face, helping reduce age spots and brighten skin. Rich in alkaline properties, it is known for cleansing clogged skin pores from within and helping remove excess accumulation of oil. Black Chickpeas are believed to help alleviate fungal infections like ringworm that cause itchiness on the skin. Black Chickpeas are believed to be a natural to help jaundice. Soak dried Black Chickpeas overnight for over 8 hours. Rinse and place in a large pot covered with fresh water. Bring water to a boil for about 3 minutes, reduce heat and simmer covered for 60-90 minutes until tender. This will produce foam, so skim the water regularly. Historical Uses:  Super Food, low estrogen, menopause, female frigidity, diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, weight loss, baldness, hair loss, alopecia, gray hair, dandruff, age spots, anti-aging, skin irritation, itching, ringworm, male fertility, sperm production, jaundice, anti-fungal, fungal infection, acne, blackheads, low testosterone, male fertility, increased sperm, constipation Mystical Attributes:  Chickpeas are also used for favomancy, which is the practice of using beans to predict the future by scattering them and looking for patterns in the way they have spread out. A female fortune teller (a faladzinica) recites verses from the Quran over the beans before throwing them in three bursts, representing the past, present, and future. This old Iranian tradition is still practiced in Bosnia today. Mystical Intentions:  beauty, youth, fertility, conquest, prophecy, foresight, compassion, piety Taste & Smell:  Black Chickpeas have a nutty flavor and firm texture. Botany, Cultivation & Harvesting:  One of the earliest cultivated legumes, Black Chickpeas (also known as Garbanzo Beans) have been grown in India, the Middle East and parts of Africa for thousands of years. There is evidence that suggests Chickpeas may have been grown in Turkey 7,400 years ago. More than 50 countries grow Chickpeas and the major producers are Turkey, India, Pakistan, Australia, Ethiopia, Myanmar, Canada, Mexico, and the United States (primarily California). Considered a member of the pea family, Black Chickpeas grow best in tropical and subtropical climates with heavy rainfall. The Black Chickpea plant grows from 8 to 20 inches high, and has small feathery leaves on either side of the stem. They (like common green peas) grow in seedpods, each containing two to three seeds. Contraindications & Toxicity: Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding, or elderly. Black Chickpeas are high in fiber. Overeating fiber may lead to stomach pain, gas, and constipation. Allergy to chickpeas may cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and itching of the skin.   Constituents:  Isoflavones (Biochanin-A, Formononetin, Genistein, Daidzein) Sterol Minerals (Iron, Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorous, Sodium, Potassium, Zinc, Copper, Selenium, Manganese) Vitamins (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, Folate)     Sources: https://spiritartsandherbs.com/sources **IMPORTANT INFORMATON: Products are sold as curio items for entertainment purposes only and based upon historical and magical uses.  We do not imply or guarantee that any items provide specific abilities, powers, outcomes, remedies, or treatments. 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