Thursday, June 24, 2010

The medicinal uses of attar Part 2

Bukhur alters the moods to bring peaceful, tranquil, refreshing, uplifting & inspiring feelings

• Bukhur burning opens the mind to spirituality & divert from worldly impurities

• Bukhur burning wakes up the mind & encourages it in solitude

• Bukhur burning affords the mind leisure when it is busy

• Age does not affect the efficacy of Bukhur & its hhabitual use causes No harm

• Burning Bukhur is a soothing & uplifting activity.

• It is a good haemostatic, antiseptic and a good healing agent

• Applied on wounds & internally subsidies the inflammation of UTI & respiratory tract infections

• It dispels malicious & distressing psychic forces

• Improves memory

("Al Risalatil Nadirah Fil Attur al Fakhirah", Syedi Abdulqadir bin Qazi Habibullah, manuscript, Hiraaz, Yemen).

Roman and Greek used it in religious rituals. Once transported over a thousand miles up to the Mediterranean, before it could be traded on to Europe. Bukhur was used in vast quantities by the ancient Egyptians, and also by the Romans. History is rich with accounts of use of Bukhur in Biblical literature. It was one of the fragrances presented to the infant Essa Nabi and always found in used during religious ceremonies; amongst the People of the Books is Bukhur. After the fall of the Roman Empire the newly established Christian Church adopted several ceremonies -including the ritual burning of Bukhur. It is well recorded that it was the practice of all kings of England once a year to offer Bukhur and Myrrh on the Feast of Epiphany (Jan. 6th). In addition, Bukhur was widely used for important ceremonies, such as the consecration of churches and bishops. The Crusades brought a wide range of Arab and Barbers traditions and adopted as a beneficial. Then of course Spain was ruled for centuries under Muslims, again giving a most magnificent opportunity to spread the Muslim customs. Later on the Ottomans promoted the cultural heritage of Islam in the west through their military expeditions, which signs are still visible today.http://www.gmpsychi/ cs.co.uk/ adoratio. htmEach Bukhur formula has a different cleansing, healing or purifying effect. Using Bukhur is a powerful science or art of cultivating positive states of mind. Burning Bukhur is not just a way of masking unpleasant smells, but a way to refresh your heart and mind. Scent has a deeply subconscious impact, bringing back positive memories, or cultivating good thoughts and feelings. The Bukhur recipes are hundreds and even centuries old created from natural plant ingredients. Agarwood is prized as one of the finest aromatic woods burned for Bukhur purposes. There is nothing like Agarwood chips. It grows and is harvested in the wild in Southeast Asia. It is also known as Oud, Eaglewood, Jinko, or Kyara. One ounce of wood chips, chunks or larger pieces lasts a long time.



Sundhi Mitti:

The simplest example of aromatherapy is Attar Gill or Attar Khaki, known also as Sundhi Mitti, drawn from mud, which has the aroma of the first monsoon showers. It is also use as a medicine:

• Cure blood pressure and the flow of blood through nose owing to intense heat

("Al Risalatil Nadirah Fil Attur al Fakhirah", Syedi Abdulqadir bin Qazi Habibullah, Hiraaz, Yemen).



Zafraan

"Zaafran (Saffron) Attar" is a blend of Zafraan and Sandalwood. It is also used as an ingredient in many famous internationally renowned medicines. It has been used thousand of years by therapists and medical practitioners in herbal formulations and Ayurvedic medicines. Amongst them are:

• Favoring digestion and strengthens the function of stomach

• A sedative which combats cough & bronchitis

• Mitigates colic

• Insomnia

• Calming effect on infants during teething fits

• Favoring expulsion of gases accumulated in digestive tract

• An anti-spasmodic

• Regulates menstrual disorders

• Used in weakness for rejuvenation

• Excellent against headaches, when applied to the forehead

• As an anti-depressant

• As aphrodisiac for impotency

• Prolongs vitality

The medicinal uses of attar Part 1

Short history of the Attar: Attar is a specific type of fragrance product, first produced by the celebrated great Muslim physician and distinguished dignitary of the illustrious Fatemi Empire, "Al Shaikh al Raees", Abi Ali al Sina, generally regarded as the noble individual Doctor who ever lived. From the early days Attar has used in medicines as a main ingredient. Attar includes some individual essential oils, which are known as suitable for fragrance use, such as Sandalwood, Anbar and Patchouli (a kind of mint, available in Indian Subcontinent & China). If oil was made by cold rolling or traditional Daigh steam distillation, we call it true Attar. Attar is an Arabi word, which meaning "fragrance, scent, or essence". Historical records mention that the floral group primarily used for Attar manufacture was Rose, Bela, Jasmine, Champa, Molesari, Tuberose, Myrrh (especial kind of gum, use as fragrance in the Bukhur), Anbar, and Khus. The magnificence of its oriental fragrance takes the wearer to the world of magnificence and comfort, indulgence and passion, delight and fulfilment. It has a mesmerizing lasting effect and its overall oriental feel lasts long after it has gone. Its diffusive nature leaves a pleasant after effect. There are three important aspects of purchasing and using Attar and essential oils:

• Quality & purity

• Depth & elegance

• Safety in application & use

Oud/Agar/Aloes wood

"O fragrance of Jannat! Created by Oud"; "In Masajid & Mashahid; you are frequently used"

Oud/Agar/Aloes wood comes from trees that largely grow in Southeast Asia that have either died or been damaged. The very best Oud comes from trees that have been down for decades and sometimes even centuries! Oud is used in religious oriented ceremony almost by all religion. Tradition on Oud is that it is always being treated as a gift, even when purchased, because of its originality and rareness. It is coveted and traded between Unani, Chinese and Ayurvedic healers and exotic oil traders. It is a rare and limited attainment in any case. It seldom travels outside of the reach of a small group of traders and religious leaders. The standard quality of the Oud started with 200 US $ per 10 grams. Oud of Assam is the superior amongst other origins. Rasulullah (S.A.W.A.) used it on occasions. The tree is a large evergreen, 18-21 meters tall and 1.5-1.8 meters in girth, which grows in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, China, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, Vietnam, Myanmar and Thailand. The magnificent prince and cousin of celebrated Suleyhi Queen of Yemen; Mufaddal bin Abil Barakaat has mentioned its curative medicinal values in his celebrated work," Al Risalah Fee Khawaasil Attar". He described the use of Oud for medicinal purposes. It is used in various purposes. Some are following uses:

• As a stimulant

• As tonic and a calmative

• Against rheumatism

• Body pains

• Heart palpitations

• Cough

• Asthma

• Tuberculosis

• Breathing problem

• Stimulates the energy & boasts the spirit

• Cure of cold

("Al Risalatil Nadirah Fil Attur al Fakhirah", Syedi Abdulqadir bin Qazi Habibullah, Hiraaz, Yemen).



Mushk

Along with Rose it was one of the Attar most preferred by Rasulullah (S.A.W.A.).A large quantity of Mushk was available in the Khazana of Imam Husain, in Karbala. He offered Mushk to Ahl ul Bait and Ashaab on the night of Aashura, along with glad-tidings. For men, Jumua is the best day to wear Mushk. Magnificent and eminent Queen of Yemen, Syeda Arwa Sulayhi was an expert Attar creator. She introduced some rare fragrances, which became renowned soon among the monarchs of Arabia. She created a rare variety of Attar of Mushk, with the blend of rose and Oud. Mushk normally available in Tibet, Nepal and remote parts of Africa. Attar of Mushk has several medicinal values. Such as:

• Dizziness

• Fainting

• Heart palpitations

• Women have also used Mushk for a few days following the menstrual periods to repel Removal of the any negative imbalances of the psychic phase

• Re-balancing of the internal environment.

("Al Risalatil Nadirah Fil Attur al Fakhirah", Syedi Abdulqadir bin Qazi Habibullah, Hiraaz, Yemen).



Unbar

As the masculine counterpart to the Rose, Amber is known as the prince of scents. It is made to grind in the oil of Sandalwood (up in the bottle). It is produce in the low at right, the tail of the small fish. It is found on the beaches, and lighter than sea water, and before human work transforms them, looks like little attractive crude and dirty blocks. A few medicinal uses of the Unbar are following:

• It promotes a balanced action of all of the life-activating forces

• It has a moving force to divert the nerves towards relaxation.

("Al Risalatil Nadirah Fil Attur al Fakhirah", Syedi Abdulqadir bin Qazi Habibullah, Hiraaz, Yemen).



Bukhur

One of the fragrances presented to the infant Essa Nabi and always found in use during religious ceremonies, amongst the people of the Books is Bukhur. History is rich with accounts of use of Bukhur in Biblical literature. Bukhoor is the name of the fragrance smoke created by the burning chips of Agarwood or pieces of mix fragrance ingredients bind by sugar-syrup, when burnt slowly, produces a more concentrated smell. These chips are burnt in Bukhur burners to perfume the surrounding and clothing specifically on occasions in all seasons. Not only Anbiya Bani Israeel, but Rasulullah (S.A.W.A.), his Ahl ul Bait and Ashaab used Bukhur regularly and on the day of Jumua more specifically. Through the powerful Nabawi institution this Sunnat was largely promoted first in the nook and corner of the Arabia and afterward in the vast territory of Muslim world. It is traditional in Arabian Peninsula to pass Bukhoor around to the guest. The original location of the Bukhur preparation for centuries is exclusively the beautiful region of Yemen. It comes from the highest peak of Yemen, Shibaam, where famous shrine of celebrated Sirat-writer and historian, Syedna Idris Imaduddin is located. According to the valuable source of "Qaratees al Yamaniyah", during the period of Suleyhi Power, first from Sanaa and later Zeejiblah, a larger quantity of costly Bukhur along with other fragrances were regularly presented to the Al Haramyn al Sharefyn, Kabah and Rauzat al Nabawi. It was illustrious Queen of Yemen, Syedah Arwa Suleyhi, who sent loaded large wooden boxes of Bukhur to Najaf, Karbala and Misar in Ramazan, Muharram and Milaad occasions. When it was burnt the atmosphere of the sacred cities became very pleasant and people knew that the Gift of Yemen reached its destination. Similarly, while learned Suleyhi Queen Syedah Arwa conducted series of lectures on Science of Islam, behind the curtain, among the erudite scholars of Arabia as well as Indian Subcontinent, the Agarwood burner spread the fragrance, which created the atmosphere pious. Learned students achieved both the benefits simultaneously, spiritual knowledge with precious fragrance. Recently scholars of the West reported that uses of Bukhur for deep concentration provide the right mood for one successfully and people can concentrate for long periods at a time. Regular Bukhur users burn it in the morning, to set the mood and fresh the atmosphere. Also, after a meal, it relaxes and allows people to loosen-up & lighten-up. Some 225 years ago, a distinguished Intellectual of Yemen, Shaikh Abdulqadir bin Qazi Habibullah revealed in his book several benefits of Bukhur:

Breathing Therapy

The nose has a left and a right side; we use both to inhale and exhale.

Actually they are different; you would be able to feel the difference.
The right side represents the sun, left side represents the moon.
During a headache, try to close your right nose and use your left nose to breathe.

In about 5 Mins, your headache will go?

If you feel tired, just reverse, close your left nose and breathe through your right nose.
After a while, you will feel your mind is refreshed.

Right side belongs to 'hot', so it gets heated up easily, left side belongs to 'cold'.

Most females breathe with their left noses, so they get "cooled off" faster.

Most of the guys breathe with their right noses, they get worked up.

Breathing Therapy Makes u Relax

Do you notice the moment we wake up, which side breathes faster? Left or right? ?

If left is faster, you will feel tired.

So, close your left nose and use your right nose for breathing, you will get refreshed quickly.

This can be taught to kids, but it is more effective when practiced by adults.

My friend used to have bad headaches and was always visiting the doctor.

There was this period when he suffered headache literally every night, unable to study.

He took painkillers, did not work.

He decided to try out the breathing therapy here: closed his right nose and breathed through his left nose.

In less than a week, his headaches were gone! He continued the exercise for one month.

This alternative natural therapy without medication is something that he has experienced.

So, why not give it a try?

Saturday, June 19, 2010

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SOME REALLY GOOD, PRACTICAL AND HELPFUL DOMESTIC TIPS.

SOME REALLY GOOD, PRACTICAL AND HELPFUL DOMESTIC TIPS. And they really do work!






Ants Problem : Ants hate cucumbers. Keep the skin of cucumbers near the place or ant hole.


To get pure and clean ice : Boil water first before freezing.


To make the mirror shine : Clean with spirit


To remove chewing gum from clothes : Keep the cloth in the freezer for an hour.


To whiten white clothes : Soak white clothes in hot water with a slice of lemon for 10 minutes


To give a shine to hair : Add one teaspoon of vinegar to hair, then wash hair.


To get maximum juice out of lemons : Soak lemons in hot water for one hour, and then juice them.


To avoid smell of cabbage while cooking : Keep a piece of bread on the cabbage in the vessel while cooking.



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To avoid tears while cutting onions : Chew gum.


To boil potatoes quickly : Skin one potato from one side only before boiling.





To remove ink from clothes : Put toothpaste on the ink spots generously and let it dry completely, then wash.


To skin sweet potatoes quickly : Soak in cold water immediately after boiling.


To get rid of mice or rats : sprinkle black pepper in places where you find mice or rats. They will run away.

Why onions are good to eat?

The uses of onions are primarily in cooking, as it is the most abundant ingredient in most dishes. However, there are some medicinal uses of onion. Medicinal uses. Onion is used as a diuretic, expectorant and antiseptic. Onions are highly recommended to prevent cardiovascular disease, cancer, and infections. They appear to be effective against colds, heart disease, diabetes, and other diseases and contain anti-inflammatory, anticholesterol, and anticancer components. As with Garlic, Onions help prevent thrombosis and reduce hypertension, according to the American Heart Association.
Its therapeutic uses are as follows: - It removes the obstruction of any part of the body, expels the gases and strengthens the stomach. - It is a diuretic.- It is an anti-helminthic (helps destroy worms in intestine), if taken with vinegar.- Its inhalation is beneficial in the treatment of common colds. - Its oil is effective with alopecia (hair loss).- It can also be used as an expectorant and antipyretic- It normalizes the secretions of the stomach and pancreas. This is very effective in the treatment of Diabetes Mellitus.- It breaks small stones in the kidney and bladder if taken with honey.- It is effective in jaundice when taken with milk.

Monday, June 14, 2010

HERBAL REMEDIES

HERBAL REMEDIES
HERBAL REMEDIES
1.Boil the grinded garlic in the milk and when it becomes dense like cream then eat it. It provides great relief for paralysis patients.
2.Apply the grapes pulp on skin to prevent wrinkles.
3.Grate one lemon peel, saturate in warm water over night .Take one teaspoon 3 times a day with meals and cure arteriosclerosis
4.Add 500 Gms resins, 150gm sugar crystal, 1 gm saffron, 10 gm cardamom, a bowl and pestle to powder the things for cracked voice.
5.Take yeast mix well with lemon juice and apply gently on face, let it for few minutes you will get a pimple free beautiful skin.
6.Get rid of Asthma, mix 1 teaspoon of honey with half teaspoon of cinnamon and take at night before going to bed everyday.
7.Take a black radish hollow it out n add 1 teaspoon of honey. Let juices from the radish mix with the honey n drink mixture for cough.
8.Create a paste of fenugreek seed n apply on your face before going to bed n rinse it in the morning to get rid of acnes n black heads.
9.Put a piece of membrane from the inside of an eggshell on pimples. As it dries, it will draw the puss to the surface n blackhead removed.
10.Mix juice of one onion and a spoon of pure honey in equal quantity.Take 2 spoon of this mixture once a day for cure of high B.P
11.Mix baby oil and table salt equally. Massage this on face. The salt removes the dead cells and the baby oil softens the emerging skin.
12.Use sugar, some bar soap and spit. Mix a poultice and covered with a gauze pad. Within 20 minutes the bee sting dislodges and no pain.
13.A pinch of pepper powder mixed with common salt is an excellent cure against increased sensitiveness of the teeth.
14.Make a mixture of honey, finely grounded almond paste and little lime juice .It is excellent cleansing scrub.15.Placing slices of potato over eyes black circles can be removed.
16.Cinnamon can work wonders to control cholesterol levels. Boil little cinnamon in water, add honey and then drink while it is still hot.
17.In case of cough eat ajwain then drink Luke warm water, it provides relief.
18.Solution for dry skin,take carrot pulp and mix with honey,apply on skin and wait for 10 minutes.Wash with cool water.
19.Asthma patient can get great relief with this formula.Take 3-4 cloves of garlic,boil it in milk and drink it every night