Scientific name: Pueraria tuberosa
Family name: Fabaceae
Vidarikand a perennial herb which is commonly known as Indian Kudzu. The tubers (roots) of this rejuvenating herb are mostly used as an immunity booster and restorative tonic. Roots of Vidarikand helps to increase the flow of mother’s milk and also increases both quality and quantity of semen in males that increase its count and mobility due to its spermatogenic property. Edible tubers of Vidarikand are also used to manage chest pain, rheumatism, and fever.
Taking it with milk after meals will provide you with maximum benefits.
Incorporating Vidarikand in your diet rejuvenates skin and increases glow
Chemical composition: The host of bioactive constituents present in Sadabahar include reserpine, ajmalicine, catharanthaine, lochnerin, serpentine, lochnericin, vinorelbine, vincamine, and vindesine.
Properties:
Rasa- Tikta (Bitter), Kashaya (Astringent)
Guna- Laghu (Light), Ruksha (Dry), Tikshna (Sharp)
Veerya- Ushna (Hot)
Vipaka- Katu (Pungent)
Karma- Kapha, Vata
Benefits:
Coronary artery disease-Vidarikand is useful in managing Coronary heart disease due to its antioxidant property. The antioxidants present in Vidarikand fight against the free radicals. This prevents the formation of blood clots which improves the flow of blood to the heart, thereby reducing damage to the heart and subsequently the risk of Coronary heart disease
Diabetes-Vidarikand help in managing Diabetes due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It helps reduce the blood sugar levels and also prevents damage to pancreatic cells, which leads to enhanced insulin secretion and sensitivity.
kidney disease-Vidarikand possess antioxidant property and helps protect the kidney against damage. This helps in the management of diabetic nephropathy (kidney damage due to diabetes) The antioxidant property of Vidarikand removes free radicals from our body and improves oxygen exchange in the kidney cells
Hypertension (high blood pressure)- Vidarikand help in managing high blood pressure due to its antioxidant property. The antioxidant property of Vidarikand helps remove free radicals from the body which prevents damage to blood vessels. It can also reduce blood pressure by widening the blood vessels and improving blood flow.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease-Vidarikand helps in managing Stomach inflammation (gastritis) due to its analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antiviral and antibacterial properties. It helps in reducing pain and inflammation in the stomach by reducing the production of certain inflammation-causing chemicals. It also inhibits the production of gastric acid in the stomach and gives relief from acidity
Is Vidarikand safe?
Yes it is safe to take purified Vidarikand.
Contraindication: Large amounts can cause very low blood pressure. Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Periwinkle is should not be taken.