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Kadechirait (25 Gm) - Dhanvantari Herbals
Kadechirait (काडेचिराईत) is a Marathi term that refers to Chirayata (Swertia chirayita), a medicinal herb widely used in Ayurveda and other traditional medicine systems in India. It is commonly known as "bitter stick" or "Indian Gentian".
About Chirayata (Kadechirait)
- Botanical Name: Swertia chirayita.
- Origin: Native to the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
- Appearance: An erect, annual plant, about 0.5 to 1.5 meters high, with a long, erect stem and opposite, lanceolate leaves. It has numerous small, yellowish-green flowers with purple or greenish-white hair.
- Taste: Known for its extremely bitter taste, attributed to compounds like amarogentin, swertiamarin, and swerchirin.
- Parts Used: The whole plant, particularly the dried stems, leaves, and twigs, are used for medicinal purposes.
Traditional uses and benefits (as per Ayurveda)
Chirayata is a highly valued herb in Ayurveda and other traditional medicine systems for its numerous health benefits, including:
- Detoxification: May help remove toxins from the body.
- Fever Management: Used for various types of fever due to its anti-pyretic (fever-reducing) properties.
- Liver Support: Beneficial for liver disorders and protecting the liver.
- Digestive Aid: Improves digestion, stimulates appetite, and helps with stomach problems.
- Skin Health: Beneficial for skin problems like acne, reducing inflammation and preventing infections.
- Blood Sugar Management: May help regulate blood sugar levels, especially when taken with the right prescription.
- Immune Support: Strengthens the immune system, helping the body fight infections.
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