Kadukkai in Tamil or Haritaki in Hindi or Myrobalan/inknut in English is an amazing herb that is extensively used in the preparation of many ayurvedic medicines. Ayurveda, the traditional Indian medicine, has long used the dried fruit of this tree.
It is one of the three ingredients which make Triphala. Kadukkai is a time-tested herb that acts as a natural cleanser and removes toxins from the body.
Health Benefits of Kadukkai or Myrobalan
Digestive Support
Kadukkai has laxative properties and gives good relief from many digestive problems like constipation, dysentery, diarrhea, indigestion, acidity and is also used in inducing appetite. Maintaining a healthy diet is possible since it increases digestive functions in the body.
Remedy for cough and cold
Kadukkai can be used to treat colds and coughs in kids and adults. It can either be taken with honey or Athimathuram.
Managing diabetes
Kadukkai is good for lowering blood sugar levels. Hence it is good for diabetes people. Mix ½ teaspoon powder with ½ teaspoon karunjeeragam powder in 1 glass of hot water and consume at bedtime.
Weight loss
Due to its cleansing effect (removal of toxins) kadukkai is useful for controlling obesity and weight loss. Consider kadukkai powder in your weight loss journey. Together with healthy eating and regular exercise, it can help you shed weight as it removes toxins from your body.
Healthy Gums
Kadukkai is very good for treating dental problems like bleeding gums, other gum diseases, infections and teeth problems. Once you brush your teeth and gums, massage them with kadukkai powder. After massaging well, leave it for a minute. Rinse your mouth with water. You can do it regularly to strengthen your gums. You can also mix kadukkai powder with hot water and maintain dental health by gargling with this mixture regularly.
Kadukkai for hair health
Kadukkai powder can be used to treat a variety of hair problems and maintain the health of your hair. Consuming kadukkai powder in water can effectively prevent hair loss. Triphaladi oil contains kadukkai as a key ingredient. When used regularly, trihphaladi oil maintains the dark color and health of hair.
Kadukkai for skin and face
Kadukkai is an amazing natural skin cleanser. When taken internally, kadukkai powder can remove toxins from the body, causing your skin to glow.Mix the required kadukkai powder with little water and make a paste and apply the paste on the acne-affected area on your face. It helps you fight acne and other skin diseases.
In Conclusion
Kadukkai when taken in the right quantity will not have side effects. Always use pure kadukkai powder.
VEYR Kadukkai Powder is made from deseeded dried KAdukkai fruit. It is antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and is the best natural agent for detoxification, hence improves quality of life.
