Ashwagandha is a Sanskrit name that describes the smell of Horse/Ashwa. In English, it is referred as Winter Cherry. It tastes bitter and smells pungent. The roots, seeds and leaves of this medicinal plant are widely used in Siddha medicine as a treatment for a wide range of diseases and ailments. It is mostly used to treat disorders such as insomnia, loss of appetite, sexual disorders etc. It has the following properties to name a few:
Diuretic
Antioxidant
Mild sedative
Aphrodisiac
Tonic
Rejuvenator and many more properties.
In Siddha medicine, Ashwagandha has been widely used to treat a variety of diseases. Here are some of the uses of Ashwagandha as Siddha Cures:
Treatment of nerve disorders
Ashwagandha is efficient to treat nerve disorders in Siddha medicine when its powder is consumed with sugar candy.
Weight Gain
The consumption of Ashwagandha along with milk helps in increasing the body weight gradually. It serves as a healthy supplement for the body.
Treatment of Swelling, Wounds and Edema
The fresh leaves and roots of Ashwagandha can be used to heal swellings and wounds effectively. Grinding the leaves and roots to form a paste and applying it on the affected area gives relief from the pain and aids in faster recovery. Edema can also be reduced when the paste is applied along with dried ginger.
The use of Ashwagandha in Siddha medicine is because of its good antioxidant properties that are vital to prevent lung, colon and breast cancer.
Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Ashwagandha when heated with Cow urine forms an ointment. This ointment can be used to lessen rheumatoid pain and reduces Edema as well. Patients suffering from Parkinson’s disease are also treated with Ashwagandha in Siddha Medicine.
Rejuvenator
Ashwagandha in Siddha medicine has been widely used to assist in growth and development of the body to stay healthy and young.
Ashwagandha as a Siddha cure is also helpful in controlling the blood flow rate and helps control the anxiety and depression issues.
In Siddha medicine, Ashwagandha has its uses in increasing the sperm count and helps deal with the problem of premature ejaculation. It also helps to reduce male impotency considerably.
Siddha benefits the human body in many ways. Starting from using natural products to the absence of side effects, Siddha medicines are certainly a gentle way of treatment of ailments that shows promising results. The above information is aimed at educating and enlightening the readers about the medicinal uses of Ashwagandha in Siddha medicine. Under no circumstance should the information provided be used as a substitute to a Doctor’s consultation.
