Exploring Ayurvedic Wisdom: Daruharidra Benefits and Side Effects

The findings suggest that Daruharidra has anti-granuloma and anti-inflammatory properties that help prevent inflammation. The findings suggest that Daruharidra helps treat inflammatory diseases. It is used externally as a paste to relieve pain and inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis. Its filtered decoction is used to relieve pain, inflammation and wash the eyes. 

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Studies show that Daruharidra has hepato-protective, cardiovascular, anticancer and antimicrobial properties. It has also been detected to have activities like antispasmodic, antidiarrheal and antimalarial which is effective in herbal formulations. Therefore, it is used during diarrhea. Grind Daruharidra and mix it with honey. The child should consume it to treat stomach infection or diarrhea.

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This fruit has the ability to reduce HbA1c (Hemoglobin A1c) which is important for controlling blood glucose levels. Additionally, this fruit helps control blood glucose which may be caused by the activation of carbohydrate metabolizing enzymes. So if you are suffering from diabetes then you should consume Daruharidra.

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Consuming Daruharidra in combination with berberine and curcumin has anticancer effects in MCF-7, A594, Jurkat, Hep-G2 and K562 cells. These have high anti-tumor properties. This combination is a potential treatment for cancer.

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Daruharidra is a valuable remedy for treating bleeding piles. It is given with butter in a dose of 33 to 100 centigrams. A diluted solution can also be used externally to treat piles. Also, the root bark of Daruharidra contains berberine which has antifungal, antibacterial, antioxidant and antiviral activities.

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Daruharidra is used for good results in treating eye diseases. It is mixed with butter and alum or opium or lime juice and applied externally on the eyelids to treat eye infections and other eye diseases. When mixed with milk, it can be effectively used as a lotion in conjunctivitis.

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Indian barberry can help reduce excessive blood pressure during menstruation. Hence it is used in doses of 13 to 25 grams to relieve pain and cramps during menstruation.

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It is as effective as quinine in malarial fever. It is particularly useful in relieving pyrexia (increased body temperature). Its bark and root bark are given as a decoction. The decoction is given in doses of 25 to 75 grams twice or thrice a day.

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In skin diseases, it is usually given in doses of 13 to 25 grams. The decoction of its bark and the root bark are effective as a purgative for acne, ulcers and wounds, as it helps in quick healing of wounds.

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