SCIENTIFIC NAME: Hemidesmus indicus
HINDI NAME: Anantamool, Sariva
ENGLISH NAME: Indian Sarsaparilla
FAMILY: Apocynaceae.
SHORT DESCRIPTION
Anantmool, also known as "The Eternal Root," gets its name from its extensive roots that extend deep down. Anantmool has the ability to balance all three doshas and is one of the greatest detoxifying herbs, cleansing the body from the inside out. It helps to balance the Pitta Dosha due to its cool potency and sweet flavour.
USES & HEALTH BENEFITS
- Improves digestion
- Nourishes the skin & hair
- Blood purifier
- Anti-inflammatory
- Detoxifying action
- Used as medhya dravya
PRECAUTIONS & SIDE EFFECTS
- If you are currently on antihypertensive and antidiabetic drugs and using Anantamool on a daily basis, keep an eye on your blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Avoid taking anantmool in kidney disease, chronic liver condition, pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Overdosage can cause stomach irritation, running nose and breathing difficulties.
HOW TO USE
- Anantmool extract helps to balance out skin tone and texture, as well as functions as a natural cleaner to impart radiance to the complexion.
- It is recommended to wash hair with a decoction of its roots since it encourages hair development and functions as a fantastic cleaner.
- Under expert supervision, take anantmool for a skin issue and as a blood purifier.
