SCIENTIFIC NAME: Berberis aristata
HINDI NAME: Daruharidra
ENGLISH NAME: Indian Barberry, Tree Turmeric
FAMILY: Berberidaceae
SHORT DESCRIPTION
Daruharidra's fruit and stem are frequently utilised for their therapeutic properties. The fruit is edible and contains a lot of vitamin C. Daruharidra has a bitter and astringent taste after digestion, with dry and light properties, and a hot potency mode of action that helps digestion and metabolic functioning. Daru Haridra's pharmacological activity works by balancing the Kapha and Pitta doshas.
USES & HEALTH BENEFITS
- Helps to treat jaundice, enlargement of the spleen
- Aids in the management of leprosy, rheumatism
- Provides relief from fever, morning/evening sickness
- Liver protective action
- Also helps to manage malaria
- Has anti-diabetic action
- Helps to control heavy menstrual bleeding
PRECAUTIONS & SIDE EFFECTS
- Over usage can cause hyperacidity and gastritis.
- May lower blood sugar, so keep checking the sugar levels while taking this Ayurveda supplement.
- A local application might cause a hypersensitive reaction.
HOW TO USE
- Applying a paste of Daruharidra powder, honey, or rose water on burns aids in their recovery.
- Taking Daruharidra powder with honey or milk might assist with diarrhoea and menstrual bleeding.
- Because of its therapeutic properties, putting a paste of Daruharidra powder with honey or rose water on burns aids in a speedier recovery.
- Advised to use Daru Haridra supplementation under expert supervision for other health benefits.
