Talbinah is actually a broth made from
barley. The broth is called
Talbinah because it is thin and white , similar to milk.
Barley is a rugged cereal grain from the grass family , it can grow up to 1 1/2 to 4 feet tall and flourishes in cool climates. It has not been established where exactly barley originated from , however it has been traced back to 7000BC Iran and 5000BC in the early Egyptian and Sumerian Writings.
barley was part of the staple diet in ancient Egypt . In 5th century AD Tibet , and Medieval Europe . Known to the ancient Greeks Roman and Chinese , it is from the most ancient of cultivate grains , it was the first domesticated grain in the Near East, then Syria , Palestine , Israel, Lebanon , Nd has been used for centuries in dishes ranging from bread , soup, and cereal.
The most common forms of
barley found today are Hulled
barley where only the outer husk is removed, Scotch
barley where the grain is husked and coarsely ground
, barley grits where the grain is hulled and cracked into medium course pieces , and pearl
barley where the bran is removed , Steamed and polished . The most nutritious and beneficial of these is the hulled
barley as the other forms lose a lot of their nutritional value through the different processing they go through. Pearl
barley is more commercial and widely available unlike the other forms which can mainly be found in health food stores.
It is more common that the
barley grain is used; however , unknown to many people, the green
barley leaves can be used too.
Barley consists of carbohydrates 55% starch, 15%
fibre, Proteins 12% lipids 3% and Micronutrients , Vitamins , minerals , flavonoids and anthocyanin . Amongst its vitamins and minerals are ;B1{ Thiamine }, B2{Riboflavin}, B3{Niacin }, B5[ Pantothenic }, B6,B9{Folate}, selenium , Iron , magnesium , Zinc , and Phosphorus . It also contains calcium and potassium . It constituents function as follows.
* Phytochemicals - natural plant-based chemicals - may reduce the risk of diseases such as heart diseases , diabetes and cancer.
* Soluble
fibre is effective in lowering blood cholesterol and can reduce the risk of heart diseases . It is also beneficial in slowing the absorption of sugar and reducing the risk for developing type 2 or non-insulin-dependent diabetes .
* Insoluble fiber is beneficial in helping the body maintain regular bowel function . It may also help lower the risk of certain cancers such as colon cancer.
* Starch - has softening and absorbent properties .
* Antioxidants - especially vitamin C and E protect cells damage caused by unstable molecules called free radicals .
Ibn Qayyam mentioned that
talbiah has the same benefits of barley water but it is even better . He said that it has a cleansing action and provides subtle nourishment. The
talbinah broth according to this great scholar and physician of Islam clears any bilious , phlegmy
humours that collect in the stomach and puts it at rest .
In modern times many discoveries have been made about this prophetic remedy of barley . It is now known that the starch contained in barley is especially useful for its emollient {softener } absorbent , anti anti- inflammatory and antiseptic properties making it beneficial in smoothing the intestinal mucosa and highly recommended for stomach pain or irritation .
B Vitamins are involved ,in the development and maintenance m of the nervous system they produce brain chemicals that affect the mood and they are Deficiency in B vitamins has been linked to depression .
There are many ways to utilise barley.
* For sadness, depression or for general well-being - drink talbina until health is regained .
To make talbina; add 1-2 tablespoons of 100% barley flour to a cup and a half of milk or water. Cook the mixture a low heart for roughly 5-10 minutes or until it reaches the consistency of broth, then, drink. The talbina can be sweetened with honey for a better taste.
* For sore throat-gargle with barley water .
* For stomach ache - drink two to three glasses of barley water .
* For Diabetes , per- diabetes or constipation - include barley as part of your regular diet.
Drink talbina regularly , add some barley grains to your favourite stew , use repiace your normal bread with barley bread .
* For Urinary Tract infection _ drink barley water several times a day , it flushes out the toxins and clears the urine .
* For help with cancer - make barley a regular part of your diet, in the from of talbina , barley water, and as a whole food in atews , bread meals etc.. deficiency in selenium can lead to cancers of the skin , stomach , colon , and breast. Barley is a good source of selenium which improves the skins elasticity and prevents free radicals .
* For constipation and anaemia - mix green barley powder , Start with 1/2 teaspoons once a day then increase to 2-3 teaspoons with water or juice and drink , it green barley extract can be bought in powder or pill from in specialised stores .
Please read the instructions carefully before taking nay supplement.
Though Barley is well tolerated the following cautions are to be taken .
* Gluten allergy -- barley should be avoided by people with celiac diseases and gluten intolerance .
* Type two Diabetes who take drugs to lower blood sugar may need to exercise some caution until the proper dosage is established .
The Truffe is a fleshy edible fungus that grows ungrounded , no or near the roots of trees. Its color varies from shades of white , gray to black and it is recognized by it distinct strong aroma.
There are many different types of truffle, the white variety has a creamy texture and clean taste unlike the black one which has an earthy
flavour similar to that of mushrooms and nuts but with a stronger aroma.
In Europe truffles are originally sniffed out by pigs due to the aroma they give off which is similar to that of the sex hormone found in boar saliva. Dogs are also trained to sniff them out as they do not eat the truffle upon finding them .
Truffles have been a delicacy since ancient times. It is used in soups and gravies amongst the Arabs as well as being boiled in milk or water . The desert Arabs used it as a meat substitute and recipes for them can also be found in the books of the Romans and Greek.
Truffles have a high nutritional value such that a sample of desert truffle from Saudi Arabia was founded to contain 27.2% protein , 7.4 % fat , 28 % carbohydrates ,13.2% crude fibre and 5.1 %ascorbic acid . High amounts of K and P And All essential amino acids were present in fair amounts , thus making it a great source for energy as suggested by Ibn Sinaa.
Application :_ The water from the Truffle is extracted and the eye is anointed with it . The method of extracting water from a truffle is as follows.
* Carve a hole into the top of the truffle as you would when coring an apple { making sure not to pierce the bottom so that the water can be collected }
* place the truffle onto a safe heat source with no flames such as hot coal or embers .
* Leave it to heat for about 5 to 10 mins or until you see the water collecting at the bottom.
* Extract the water using a sterilised syringe and preserve .
Senna is a shrub that grows to about 1 meter in height and is found in hot and humid climates . It has yellow flowers and papery pods which contain six to eight seeds in them . It grows in Western Arabia { Al- Hijaaz} and is harvested in countries like India and Pakistan .. Originally it was the Muslim who introduced Senna to European Medicine in the 9th or 10th century.
According to Ibn Al- Qayyim , other than being a laxative , senna relaxes the muscle and improves the hair , it also helps against lice , headache , rash and epilepsy .
Senna can be used for the hair in the same way that Henna is applied . The difference is senna does not color the hair like Henna. It makes the hair thick and glossy and improves the health of the scalp.
Today the leaves and pods of the senna plant are important ingredients of laxatives sold in most pharmacies . It is a recognized cure for constipation which beings to work 10 - 12 hours after ingestion . It detoxes the body and cleanses the colon .
Shihab Al-Babry Yassin a researcher in Egypt complied a chemical analysis proving the advantages of senna . In it he shows how senna s cured a patient who had bacteria in the stomach that was preventing iron absorption in his body. He was treated with cupping and senna as a detox to cleanse his stomach and colon . For further reading please refer to his book, Medicating with Senna , Aprophetic way of life .
For constipation - Boil a desert spoonful of Senna leaves with two glasses of water and brew for about 10 to 15 minutes or until it is reduced by half. Strain the leaves and drink the liquid before going to sleep.
For conditioning the hair- mix some Senna leaf powder with warm water until it becomes a paste Apply the paste to the hair and leave in for about 10 to 15 minutes before washing off.
The siwak is the Arabic word for the twigs of the Salvadora Persica also known as Arak tree or peelu tree , and is commonly referred to as miswaak in the west .
The siwaak is a natural toothbrush and dental floss . It comes from the Arak which is a small tree that grows up to 3 meters high its leaves are small , thick and oval in shape and its smell resemble that of mustard . It grows in hot climates such as Saudi Arabia , Yemen , Egypt , and the other Equatorial countries . Its twigs are usually cut to a hand span in length and of medium thickness . When siwaak twigs are not available , twigs from the olive tree or palm leaf stalks are used .
In 1988 a comprehensive survey carried out on several thousand Saudi school children reported that the low incidence of periodontal diseases recorded , was linked to the practice of using siwaak for oral hygiene .Among the factors being that siwaak contains tannin which helps to strengthen the gums .
The wrigley company carried out a study which was published in the journal of Agricultural and food Chemistry . In the study mints laced with miswaak extract were found to be 20 times more effective in killing bacteria in comparison to ordinary mints . After half an hour the mints laced with miswaak extract killed 60 % of the bacteria benefit of siwaak has been confirmed in the journal Oral medicine and dentistry where Dr. James Turner , of the Faculty of medicine in the Miswaak of the arack tree contains substances of which are sulphul and sitosterol B {or B-Sitosterol}, as well as sodium .
Many studies have been carried out on the siwaak attesting to the truth that the Messenger of Allah peace be upon Him spoke when he said that the siwaak is purifying for the mouth .
The mouth diseases department of Cairo University , the king Saudi University, The US National Library of Medical Service and others have documented their findings . However for the sake of brevity we will only mention some of the established benefits of the Miswaak .
* Due to its known antibacterial qualities siwaak is very good for killing bacteria build up in the mouth .
* it's soft fibres are gentle on the teeth and gums unlike the bristles on brushes and yet they remove the food and stains from the teeth very well .
* The fact that its bristles are parallel to the handle instead of perpendicular , enables better cleaning between the teeth.
* Stops bleeding and purifies the gums .
* Fights gum diseases .
* Creates a pleasant smell in the mouth .
* Removes bad breath and odour from the mouth .
* And fights plaque effectively .
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