Botanical Index No. 240

Chickpea

cicer arietinum

Medicinal Actions

Analysis pending research update.

Primary Conditions Treated

Anasarca Infection Infertility Leprosy Leukemia Mycosis Nausea Neuropathy Obesity Orchosis Periodontosis Pharyngosis Plaque Polyp Snakebite Sore Throat Spina Bifida Splenosis Sprain Stomatosis Stress Stroke Toothache Vomiting Wart Water Retention

General Dosage

Food farmacy at its best. Seeds, sprouts, young pods, young leaves, and the vinegar off the leaves all eaten by humans. Best for the heart say I; hummus with plenty of garlic and olive oil; sesame and parsley optional, but good.

Safety & Contraindications

Not covered. The oxalic acid may be contraindicated in people with calculus. Boulos notes that inadequately cooked chickpeas can cause paralysis such as the lathyrism.

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