How Charoli is Helpful to Us

 

Charoli the Dry Fruit

It is an evergreen tree which is generally native in India and can be found in abundance in the north-western part of the country. Now the Latin name of charoli is Buchanania lanzan and it is known by various names in the country. Primarily, charoli is known as Charoli, Chirauli, Chironji, Char, Boruda, Priyala, etc. It is an almond-shaped dry fruit, extracted from the bark of the charoli tree. It has a slight acidic taste compared to that of the almond and is consumed by roasting it in a light flame. The composition of dietary minerals are water(3gms), fat(59gms), protein(19-21.6gms), fiber(3.8gms), calcium(279mg), carbohydrates(12.1gms), iron(528mg), vitaminB2(0.53mg), vitamin C(5mg), phosphorus(528mg), vitamin B1(0.69mg). Other than this it also contains Maleic acid, cardanol, anacardic acid and water soluble extracts.

It is also popular because of its essence and freshness. It can be kept in an air-tight container for over 6 months and can be used fresh. There is generally no adulteration found in charoli. It is found is various colours such as black, white and cream. Enclosed in a hard cover, the inside of the fruit is extremely soft. The taste is a little acidic, almost like an almond. Generally before eating the seeds, they are toasted or roasted as this makes the flavours come out from them.

Commercial Uses

The use of charoli in the commercial markets ranges from food toppings to use in the preparation of medicines. They are used as toppings in cakes and add flavour to desserts and sometimes used to thicken meats and gravy. It is a perfect replacement for almonds because the oil that is extracted from the charoli has more household utility and medicinal properties as compared to the almond oil. The bark of the charoli tree generates a juice known as tannin which is used in the leather industry as well as in making wine and beer, and other pharmaceutical products. Sometimes this is also mixed with cow milk for better taste and acts as a disinfectant.

Charoli Health Benefits

• The oil that is extracted from the charoli seeds helps is relieving itching, blemishes, pain, rashes and other skin related problems.
• The oil is also used for application in the swelling of glands and cures other problems.
• It is used to cure blood infections and helps to improve the digestive system. It also treats diseases caused due to liver and gall bladder dysfunction.
• The juice that is extracted from the charoli helps to treat diarrhoea and chest pain.
• It is a perfect ointment for skin and helps to restore the glow of the skin even at old age.
• It also helps to quench thirst.
• It acts as a tonic and releases fatigue. It also helps one feel reenergised and has cardio-tonic properties. It helps to treat wounds.
• The seeds also act as a brain tonic and are useful in many genito-urinary problems like gleet etc.

Charoli Beauty Benefits

Since time immemorial, charoli seeds and the nuts have been used for making beauty products since they are extremely good for skin. Here are some of the things which can be done with charoli:

• The seeds are mostly crushed and mixed with milk to make a face-pack which when applied on a regular basis gives a rare glow to the skin. The charoli nuts are full of vitamins and minerals, and are beneficial for skin and hair.
• Charoli scrubs are highly beneficial for doing away with facial hair. Even if they do grow back, they will be the same colour as your skin and won’t be noticeable.
• It is good against pimples and acne, and most of the medicines for treating them use the seeds as their ingredients. It helps one get a flawless skin.