SCIENTIFIC NAME: Berberis aristata

 

HINDI NAME: Daruharidra

 

ENGLISH NAME: Indian Barberry, Tree Turmeric

 

FAMILY:  Berberidaceae

SHORT DESCRIPTION

Daruharidra's fruit and stem are frequently utilised for their therapeutic properties. The fruit is edible and contains a lot of vitamin C. Daruharidra has a bitter and astringent taste after digestion, with dry and light properties, and a hot potency mode of action that helps digestion and metabolic functioning. Daru Haridra's pharmacological activity works by balancing the Kapha and Pitta doshas.

USES & HEALTH BENEFITS

• Helps to treat jaundice, enlargement of the spleen
• Aids in the management of leprosy, rheumatism
• Provides relief from fever, morning/evening sickness
• Liver protective action
• Also helps to manage malaria
• Has anti-diabetic action
• Helps to control heavy menstrual bleeding

PRECAUTIONS & SIDE EFFECTS

• Over usage can cause hyperacidity and gastritis.
• May lower blood sugar, so keep checking the sugar levels while taking this Ayurveda supplement. 
• A local application might cause a hypersensitive reaction.

HOW TO USE

• Applying a paste of Daruharidra powder, honey, or rose water on burns aids in their recovery.
• Taking Daruharidra powder with honey or milk might assist with diarrhoea and menstrual bleeding.
• Because of its therapeutic properties, putting a paste of Daruharidra powder with honey or rose water on burns aids in a speedier recovery.
• Advised to use Daru Haridra supplementation under expert supervision for other health benefits.