Health Benefits of Lakucha (Monkey Jack Fruit)
Lakucha is mentioned in the treatment of diseases like liver tonic, purgative, wound-healing, anti-ulcers, arthritis, dysentery, and many more.
It has glycosides, artocarpin, oxyresveratrol, phenols, flavonoids, polyphenolic, glutathione, malondialdehyde, and many more.
It has antiviral, antiplasmodial, antiatherosclerotic, antifungal, antidiarrheal, antidiabetic, antibacterial, antimalarial, antituberculosis, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and many other properties.
Purgative: Lakucha Patra and fruit are used to induce purgation in cases of constipation and indigestion.
Ulcers: Lakucha bark and leaves help heal ulcers more quickly and regenerate healthier skin.
Wounds: Applications applied externally help with scrapes, bruises, and other wounds.
Stomachache: Its formulations are also used to treat stomach aches and improve digestion.
Liver problems: It is also used for bio-purification and to treat liver issues.
Dysentery: The plant is also used to treat different types of stomach pain and diarrhea.
Fungal infections: The antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties of monkey jack fruit bark help in the treatment of fungal infections.
Diabetes: Both blood sugar levels and urine frequency can be reduced with type 1 diabetes.
Tubercular infections: Monkey Jack Fruit is beneficial for tuberculosis, and other hazardous infections.
Hair and skin: Ripe fruit is consumed to improve skin and hair health.
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