Thatimaram (Kannada), Panaimaram (Tamil), Borassus in English
Grows: in Tamil Nadu, Sri Lanka and Andhra Pradesh. Only available in summer for 2-3 month particularly during April and May. Grows even with dry weather and poor water supply. Lasts 500 to 600 years.
Uses: was used as material to thatch houses and build boats for river crossings seating up to 3 or 4 people
Benefits: the fruit has three parts to it when cut open. When consumed these relieve pittha, vatha and kapha. The inner part of the leaf and the fruit:
1. hydrates, sometimes providing fluid equal to a bottle of water
2. Clears the intestines by promoting digestion and bowel movements
3. Relieves back pain
4. Gives a lot of energy
5. Reduces body fat and cholesterol
6. Increases brain power to acquire more knowledge
7. Cleans bile
8. Builds strong hair
9. Gives bodily strength
Directions: eat four or five fruits a day
Blessings to all
Swami Ponnurangam
Doctorate in Astrology and Psychology
May 30th, 2023
Annapurneshwari Temple
Uses: was used as material to thatch houses and build boats for river crossings seating up to 3 or 4 people
Benefits: the fruit has three parts to it when cut open. When consumed these relieve pittha, vatha and kapha. The inner part of the leaf and the fruit:
1. hydrates, sometimes providing fluid equal to a bottle of water
2. Clears the intestines by promoting digestion and bowel movements
3. Relieves back pain
4. Gives a lot of energy
5. Reduces body fat and cholesterol
6. Increases brain power to acquire more knowledge
7. Cleans bile
8. Builds strong hair
9. Gives bodily strength
Directions: eat four or five fruits a day
Blessings to all
Swami Ponnurangam
Doctorate in Astrology and Psychology
May 30th, 2023
Annapurneshwari Temple
