India, Dec. 17 -- Halim seeds, also known as garden cress seeds, are derived from a plant (scientific name Lepidium sativum) native to Egypt. They are now gaining popularity across the globe for their nutritional value. The seeds are especially popular in Asia, Europe and the United States.

Traditionally, garden cress, which belongs to the family of cabbage, cauliflower and Brussels sprout - the Brassicaceae family, was used in the treatment of conditions such as cough, diarrhoea, vitamin C deficiency, weak immunity and constipation

The seeds of this plant, which are small and reddish in colour, are full of nutrients such as iron, folate, fibre, vitamins C, A, E, and protein. Here is all you need to know.

Studies suggest that halim see...