Boerhavia difussa or commonly known as Punarnava is a tropical crawling root plant, with bioactive compounds in both leaves and root and used in Ayurveda and other traditional medicines.
Boerhavia Difussa is a plant of enormous importance in the purview of its chemical and therapeutic properties and grows throughout India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Burma and many other tropical countries.
The word Punarnava literally means "the re-newer" or the one which renews the body as BD tends to revitalize and renew the body systems.
Historically, BD has been used for its anti-diabetic and diuretic properties; in other parts of the world has also been used for pain relief, anti-inflammation and treating indigestion.
Almost all anti-obesity medications contain punarnava as one of its ingredients.
Few benefits of Punarnava:
- diuretic
- suppresses proliferation of immune cells ( harmful during flu season but beneficial if the immune system is hyperactive)
- re-establishes brain power
- anti-proliferation effect on some cancer cells
- anti-oxidant properties
- anti aging
- disease prevention
- life strengthening activities
- chemical analysis gives a variety of chemical constituents, namely, rotenoids, flavonoids, xanthones, purine nucleoside, lignans and steroids.
- role in disorders of reproductive system, gastrointestinal system, respiratory system, urinary system, cardiovascular system and cancer
- immune modulation
- hepatic protection
- treats obesity
- improves appetite
- maintains effective kidneys function
- blood purifier
- beneficial in treating Asthma
- treatment of Anemia, nervous weakness, paralysis
- constipation
- treats cough
- the roots help in killing intestinal worms
- heart tonic
Personally I have taken few times Punarnava during the time when I was having problems with my kidneys - lupus nephritis stage IV. Punarnava was of course prescribed by my homeopathic doctor and I must say it had beautiful results with me. My kidney function improved after taking Punarnava,
Complement C4 and C3 improved and my total protein and albumin levels increased.
Punarnava it's a natural medicine I would gladly suggest from all my heart to anyone with kidney disease but please you should always discuss with your doctor before taking.
Punarnava is a laxative, dosage should be determined by a qualified medical professional. Children below 12 of age and pregnant women should not take Punarnava.
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