Poppy Seeds / Khus Khus

Poppy seeds are kidney shape, small, and black. It is traditionally used in the Mediterranean and Middle East diets for thousands of years. These seeds come from the poppy plant. The botanical name of the poppy plant is Papaver somniferum which belongs to the Papaveraceae family.

The poppy seeds are a good source of dietary fiber, protein, magnesium, calcium, iron, sodium, zinc, vitamin A, and C. It also has some medicinal benefits, so it is used to balance blood sugar levels, blood pressure, maintain bone strength, regulate muscle and nerve function.