SCIENTIFIC NAME: Embelia ribes

 

HINDI NAME: Vidanga

 

ENGLISH NAME: False Black pepper

 

FAMILY: Primulaceae

SHORT DESCRIPTION

Vidanag is an amazing Ayurvedic herb with a usable part being fruit and roots which has an astringent-pungent taste with hot potency and tridosha pacifying action. It works as a digestive, appetizer and worm-killing mechanism. Vidana has medicinal and nourishing characteristics, making it an ideal Ayurvedic herb for overall health improvement.

USES & HEALTH BENEFITS

• Manages worm infestation
• Blood purifier
• Provides relief in vomiting, nausea, indigestion
• Manages constipation
• Cardio-protective
• Anti-helminthic
• Anti-oxidant improves skin health
• Anti-depressant 

PRECAUTIONS & SIDE EFFECTS

• Overdose may cause gastritis and acidity due to its hot potency.
• Avoid taking it during pregnancy and breastfeeding period.
• To avoid hypersensitivity, mix vidanga powder with coconut oil or rose water before applying it to the affected skin area.

HOW TO USE

• Take Vidanga churna on a daily basis to help control weight by reducing cholesterol levels and boosting the body's metabolism.
• To enhance skin complexion, add Vidanga seed paste and rose water to the skincare regime.
• For worm infestation, take ¼ -½  teaspoon Vidanga churna with honey or lukewarm water, preferably after meals.
• Sprinkle or dust vidanga powder on the affected area, in case of eczema and ringworm infection.