Medicinal properties of Vidarikanda ( Pueraria Tuberosa )
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Medicinal properties of Vidarikanda ( Pueraria Tuberosa )
Pueraria tuberosa or
Vidarikanda (in Sanskrit ) belongs to
the family of Fabaceae. It is a perennial woody climber and has
huge tuberous roots. A fully grown plant measures 5-6 meters in
height. This plant bears white flowers with pink shade. It is
mainly found in India, Nepal and Pakistan. It is popularly known
as Indian Kudzu.
In ayurveda system of medicine, its roots are used for medicinal
purposes. The roots contain Steroids, Sugars, Amino acids and
Sterols. Researchers have evaluated the antimicrobial properties
of this plant.
According to texts of ayurveda Vidarikanda is heavy to digest
and increases moisture level of tissues and stickiness of
secretions. It is sweet to taste and this taste remains in all
stages of
digestion. It has tremendous cooling properties. Due
to these properties it alleviates pitta and
vata .
Medicinal properties of Vidarikanda
This tuber reduces dryness of body and eases bowel movement. It is
very useful in relieving
constipation.
It strengthens the body and boosts its immunity. This wonder herb
acts as
Rasayana
and helps to slow down ageing process.
Vidaarikanda rejuvenates
male reproductive system and
increases
quality and quantity of semen. This helps to
increase sperm count
and sperm motility.
This ayurvedic herb reduces vata and normalizes kapha. Due to these
properties
shukra dhatu increases. Shukra dhatu helps to
increase
hard erections, libido and sexual energy.
Vidaarikanda acts as an aphrodisiac and is known as vrishya. This is
used in vajikarana preparations.
It acts as a galactogogue and is very useful for nursing mothers.
Due to its diuretic properties, it is used as an ingredient in
ayurvedic diuretic preparations.
Consumption of this herb rejuvenates
skin and
increases fairness and
glow. It is widely used in diseases of
skin which cause
discoloration. As increases moistness of
skin it helps to reduce
dryness of skin
This herb rejuvenates whole body and increases muscle bulk.
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author Dr.SavithaSuri is an Ayurvedic Physician and web master of
http://www.ayurhelp.com
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