Vekhand powder (50 Gm) - Dhanvantari Herbals
Vekhand powder: uses, benefits, and precautions
Vekhand powder, also known as Calamus powder or Sweet Flag powder (Acorus calamus), is an Ayurvedic herb used for various purposes.
Here's a breakdown of its uses and benefits:
1. For cough and cold relief
- Vekhand powder may help relieve coughs and colds by clearing nasal congestion and promoting respiratory comfort.
- Mix a small pinch of Vekhand powder with warm water to create a paste. Apply it to the chest and back of infants with cough and cold, allowing it to sit for 10-15 minutes before wiping off. This can be done once daily.
2. For skin health
- Vekhand powder can be used to treat skin infections and pimples.
- Apply a paste of Vekhand powder and water to the affected area to soothe itching and promote healing.
- It also possesses anti-inflammatory properties that can alleviate skin inflammation, redness, and rashes.
- Vekhand powder can be used as an exfoliant to remove dead skin cells and revitalize the skin.
3. For babies
- Vekhand powder has been traditionally used in Ayurveda for babies, primarily for its soothing and healing properties.
- Colic and Gas Relief: A tiny pinch mixed with warm water or breast milk can be gently rubbed around the baby's navel to soothe the digestive system and relieve colic and gas.
- Congestion and Cough Relief: Apply a paste of a small pinch of Vekhand powder and warm water on the baby's chest and back for 10-15 minutes to clear nasal congestion and relieve cough.
- Boosting Immunity: A paste of Vekhand powder and water can be applied gently on the baby's soles once a week to help strengthen the immune system.
- Improving Speech and Memory: Some believe it can help improve speech clarity and memory in young children, according to Amazon.in.
4. Other uses
- Vekhand powder may also help in managing joint pain and inflammation.
- It can improve bone density and overall bone health.
- It can reduce muscle spasms and cramps.
- It promotes healthy digestion and provides relief from digestive disorders.
- Some claims suggest it may improve speech and memory, according to Amazon.in.
- There's also a belief that it might help manage anxiety and depression.
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