5 impressive health benefits of Kutki

Kutki (Picrorhiza Kurroa), also called Yellow Gentian, Katuki, Kadu, Chakraangi, and Arisha is an amazing Ayurvedic herb. The name Kutki literally translates to the word ‘Bitter’. This plant is small, leafy, and contains pale or purplish-blue flowers. This herb is native to India and is distributed in many regions of Asia. It is commonly found in the Himalayan region from Kashmir to Sikkim. The impressive health benefits of Kutki have made it one of the important herbs in the Ayurvedic system.

Kutki in Ayurveda

The root of Kutki is extensively used in Ayurveda for treating various health issues. According to Ayurveda, Kutki balances both Kapha and Pitta dosha. It has a bitter taste and cold potency. The main chemical constituents of Kutki include D-mannitol, Apocynin, Phenol glucosides, and glycosides. It also has antipyretic, digestive, hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, and pain-relieving properties. Here are some of the impressive health benefits of Kutki.

Health benefits of Kutki

Great herb for treating Jaundice

One of the biggest health benefits of Kutki is its ability to treat jaundice. Consuming this herb helps to reduce the increased amount of bilirubin in the blood caused due to jaundice and helps treat jaundice.

Promotes digestive health

Kutki is loaded with stomachic and digestive properties that promote the overall health of our digestive system. It also helps fight against various problems like abdominal pain, chronic constipation, and colic pain.

Helps relieve breathing issues

According to Ayurveda, Kutki is a ‘Shwaas’- It pacifies aggravated Kapha dosha in the body and provides relief from congestion. It is very effective in the treatment of asthma, flu, common cold, and cough.

Kutki for treating Arthritis

Kutki is helpful for treating rheumatoid arthritis due to its anti-inflammatory property. It helps reduce joint swelling by inhibiting the production of inflammation-causing chemicals. 

Beneficial for managing Vitiligo

According to Ayurveda, vitiligo is caused due to the imbalance of Pitta in the body that ultimately causes depigmentation of the skin. Consuming Kutki helps balance Pitta dosha in the body and thus controls the symptoms of vitiligo.

Kutki is an amazing medicinal plant that is native to India. But the uses and health benefits of the Kutki are still unknown to many people. So, it is time that we realize the full potential of this herb and use it for the betterment of our health.

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