5 amazing health benefits of Prishniparni

Prishniparni (Uraria picta), also called Dabra, Pithavan, Dhavani, Chitraparni, Agniparni, and Sittirappaladi is an important herb in the Ayurvedic medicine system. It is one among Dashamoola- a combination of roots of ten medicinal herbs. It is found in Nepal, India, China, and Northern Australia. In India, it is widely found in Bihar, Orissa, and West Bengal. The amazing health benefits of Prishniparni has made it one of the prominent herbs in Ayurveda.

Prishniparni in Ayurveda

The root of Prishniparni plant is extensively used in Ayurveda for treating a variety of health issues. According to Ayurveda, Prishniparni balances all the three doshas- Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. It has a sweet-bitter taste and hot potency. The main chemical constituents of Prishniparni include alkaloids, saponins, flavonoids, glycosides, proteins, steroids, tannins, and phytosterols. It also has aphrodisiac, hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, antithrombotic, antimicrobial, and antidiarrheal properties. Here are a few amazing health benefits of Prishniparni.

Health benefits of Prishniparni  

Healthy bones

One of the biggest health benefits of Prishniparni is its ability to heal fractured bones. The plant extracts promote the early accumulation of phosphorus and more deposition of calcium. So, it is used for treating fractures. 

Boosting Sexual health

Prishniparni is a potent aphrodisiac. Consuming the root extracts of this plant helps improve sexual desire in men and improves strength. It improves fertility and is good for the reproductive system of both men and women.

Reducing fever

Prishniparni is an excellent herb for treating all kinds of fever. The root extracts of this herb are used in the treatment of chronic fever malaria, recurring fevers, and accompanying complaints of weakness.

Digestive health

Prishniparni is considered as a Deepana in Ayurveda. It promotes appetite, calms the digestive system, reduces swelling and other disturbances in the digestive system. It can also cure skin problems caused due to Vata and Kapha imbalance. 

liver health

Prishniparni is an excellent hepatoprotective herb. It has the ability to protect and heal the spleen and liver. The root extract of this herb is used in the treatment of spleen enlargement and liver problems and abdominal diseases. 

Prishniparni is one of the powerful ayurvedic herbs known to man, but not many people know about the amazing health benefits of Prishniparni. So, it is time we appreciate Prishniparni and the numerous health benefits that comes with it.

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