Health Benefits of Pashanabheda (Bergenia ligulata)
Pashanabheda is quoted in Ayurveda for the management of diseases like kidney stones, urinary infections, anorexia, indigestion, flatulence, and many more
It has antilithic, diuretic, anti-bradykinin, antiviral, antipyretic, and many more properties.
It has berginin, afzelechin, gallic acid, lactones, quinones, sterols, tannins, terpenes, beta-sitosterol, catechin, leucocyanidin, tannic acid, and many other phytochemicals.
Kidney stone: The plant is well-known for its effectiveness in treating kidney stones and other kidney-related issues.
UTI: It is also beneficial for urinary infections, as well as burning and painful urination.
Backache: Pashanabheda is also helpful for backaches associated with gynecological issues.
Indigestion and flatulence: It contains numerous phytonutrients that aid in digestion and also reduce flatulence.
Anorexia: It has a sour and salty taste and is effective in treating low appetite and vomiting.
Leucorrhea: It is also included in many Ayurvedic formulations that help manage gynecological issues like leucorrhea.
Teething problems: In children, a paste made from the leaves is applied to the gums during tooth eruption to help relieve pain and inflammation.
Hemorrhoids: Pashanabheda decoction is beneficial for hemorrhoids, particularly when bleeding.
Wound healing: Its external applications are highly effective for healing wounds and cuts.
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