PONNANAKANNI
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Botanical name:
Alternanthera sessilis Linn
Action:
Alterative, Cooling
Uses:
Treatment of Cataract, Corneal diseases, Liver disorders, Ano-rectal diseases
Part used:
Whole plant
Method of preparation:
Fried with ghee, pepper and salt
Dosage:
As needed
Duration:
40 days
Diet regimen:
Tamarind should be avoided
Benefaction:
Increases body lustre, helps cure eye diseases and increases longevity
Note: Consulting a qualified siddha physician is mandatory for optimal results
References:
1. A hand book of common siddha kayakalpa (Rasayana) herbs for healthy life, CCRAS, Dept.of AYUSH, Ministry of Health and Family welfare, New Delhi, 2008
2. K.S.Murugesa Mudaliar, Siddha Materia Medica (Medicinal Plants Division), Directorate of Indian Medicine & Homeopathy, Chennai-106,2013 ,P-716
