5 Fascinating Health Benefits of Baobab (Kalpavriskha).

Baobab (Adansonia digitata), commonly known as Kalpavriskha, tree of life, upside-down tree, and Gorakshi is a large multi-purpose tree that offers protection, provides food, clothing, and medicine as well. It is native to Africa and is found in Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, and Gujrat in India. A unique feature of this tree is that the tree swells greatly during the rainy season and will absorb 1000 litres of water and store it in its trunk. It also holds numerous medicinal properties and these fascinating health benefits of Baobab have made it one of the important herbs in the Ayurvedic system.

Health Benefit of Baobab in Ayurveda:

The bark, gum, fruits, and roots of Kalpavrishka are used in Ayurveda for its medicinal properties. According to Ayurveda, it reduces vitiated Kapha and Vata dosha. It has a sour and sweet taste and cold potency. The main chemical constituents of Baobab include steroids, flavonoids, epicatechin, campesterol, tocopherol, adansonin, and amino acids. It also has anti-sickling, diuretic, antibacterial, anti-diabetic, hepato-protective, anti-inflammatory, and anti-viral properties. Here are a few fascinating health benefits of Kalpavriskha.

Health Benefits of Baobab

1. Baobab for Diarrhoea

One of the biggest health benefits of Baobab is its ability to treat diarrhoea. The Baobab pulp and powdered bark are mixed with buttermilk and consumed for the relief of diarrhoea and dysentery.

2. Health Benefits of Baobab for Swelling

The chemical constituents present in the leaves of the Baobab tree are loaded with anti-inflammatory properties. The paste obtained from grinding the leaves of this plant can be applied externally on the affected area to get rid of painful swellings.

3. Baobab for Overall Strength

The leaves and fruit pulp of Baobab are loaded with essential nutrients including vitamins, fatty acids, and minerals. In fact, it has been referred to as a ‘superfood’ and consuming this improves overall strength.

4. Baobab for Low Urine Output

Baobab is an excellent diuretic. The leaf, fruits, and bark of the Kalpavriskha plant are given to patients who are suffering from bladder inflammation and urinary retention to promote urination. 

5. Baobab for Respiratory Disorders

The dried fruit pulp, flowers, and leaves of the Baobab plant is an excellent herb for treating respiratory disorders. An infusion of the leaves and flowers are useful for bronchial asthma, and other respiratory disorders.

Baobab is a multipurpose tree that packs numerous health benefits. But unfortunately, it is often underappreciated and is lesser known to the people. So, it is time we appreciate the fascinating health benefits of Baobab and use it for the betterment of our health.

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