Other Common Names:
Scientific Name: Boerhaavia diffusa
English Name: Horse Purslane Root
Tamil Name: Saranai Ver, Charanai, Chattichcharanai / சரணை வேர், சரணை, சட்டிச்சரணை
Hindi Name: Salasabuni, Vishakhapara, Gadabani / सालासबुनि, विशाखापारा, गडबनी
Malayalam Name: Vellutha Thazhuthama / വെള്ളുത തഴുതാമ
Telugu Name: Tellagalijeru / తెల్లగాలిజేరు
Description:
Boerhaavia diffusa is the botanical name of punarnava (horse purslane) that belongs to the four o’clock plant family. Punarvana is a flowering species native to India and Southern America. It is a green leafy vegetable that has been often used for culinary purposes. The whole plant is edible and has different health benefits.
The other common names of punarnava are spreading hogweed, tarvine, hogweed, red spidering, kathilla, komma, Varshabhu, dohlisaturdi, motosatodo, sanadika, etc.
Nutrition Facts:
- Energy: 24 kcal
- Protein: 2.0 g
- Moisture: 91.3 g
- Fats: 0.4 g
- Iron: 38.5 mg
- Vitamin C: 70 mg
- Carbohydrates: 3.28 g
- Calcium: 100 mg
- Phosphorus: 30 mg
Health Benefits:
- This root act as a catalyst that can heal ulcers faster.
- It is an effective medicine that helps to treat urinary tract infections.
- The decoction of this root acts as a tonic for heart, liver, and kidney disorders.
- Beneficial in maintaining blood sugar levels and purifying the blood.
- Due to the mild laxative property of punarnava root, it helps in removing toxins from the body.
- The bioactive compounds present in the extract of punarnava root can reduce the cholesterol level in the blood.
- Applying this root juice to the eyes is beneficial in curing all eye problems.
- During menstrual periods, consuming punarnava root powder can cure menorrhagia and dysmenorrhea.
- The diuretic effect in this root can lead to reducing the burning sensation during urination.
- One of the best medicines for controlling obesity, improving metabolism, and reducing ama.
- It is the best solution for skin-related diseases like skin allergies, rashes, and itching.
Dosage of Punarnava Root:
Take 1 to 2 tablespoons of punarnava root and boil it with 2 tablespoons of water. Extract the juice and drink it twice a day before taking meals. It helps to get rid of liver disorders.
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