Health benefits of Arka (Roostertree)
Arka is mentioned in many Ayurveda treatments for diseases like fever, pain, inflammation, dyspepsia, diarrhea, worms, etc.
Anti-inflammatory, anti-diarrheal, anticonvulsant, analgesic, antitumor, anthelmintic, antioxidant, antimicrobial, oestro-genic, antinociceptive, and antimalarial properties are all present in the plant.
Among many other phytonutrients, the plant also contains uscharin, sitosterol, calactin, calotropin, and calotoxin.
Fever: The phytonutrients in Arka react positively to body temperature, particularly in cases of malaria and intermittent fever.
Diarrhea and food poisoning: Arka plant powder with a different decoction is useful in diarrhea and stomach infection.
Headache: Its bud and flower are beneficial for treating migraines and headaches.
Arthritic pain: It helps to reduce the pain and inflammation of the joints and arthritic pain.
Dyspepsia and indigestion: Taking it in small amounts can reduce hyperacid secretion and improve digestion.
Liver and spleen disorders: Arka is a better detoxification agent for the liver and spleen.
Kidney infection: After kidney surgeries, it helps to revive the body from infection.
Wounds and cuts: Infective, diabetic, and chronic wounds are better healed with the Arka.
Worms infestation: Especially for adults, roots are beneficial for worm infestations.
Tooth extraction: The Arka's latex makes tooth extraction easy.
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