Basella alba (Kodipasalai)

KODIPASALAI

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Botanical name:

Basella alba Linn                                                                      

Action:

Demulcent, Cooling, Diuretic, Laxative

Uses:

Treatment of excessive heat and thirst and also scanty urination (Oliguria)

Part used:

Leaf

Method of preparation:

 Prepared as curry and taken along with food

Dosage:

As needed

Duration:

40 days

Diet regimen:

Salt to be avoided

Benefaction:

Increases sexual desire and gives strength to the body

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- 330