After the Covid pandemic, Ayurvedic treatment has started getting more priority not only in India but all over the world. Everyone tries to know about the benefits of home remedies and herbs. Ayurveda includes many herbs, including Sarpagandha. It is generally considered a snake repellent plant, because due to its fragrance, snakes run away from this plant. It is considered a medicinal plant in Ayurveda. In such a situation, today through this article we are going to tell you about the benefits, disadvantages and treatment methods of Sarpagandha.
Benefits of Sarpagandha
Use of Sarpagandha helps a lot in controlling high blood pressure. It helps in reducing BP by affecting the nervous system.
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Let us tell you that it also works as a natural sleep inducing medicine. It helps in inducing sleep by calming the excitement of the brain. Sarpagandha is especially beneficial for those people who are suffering from insomnia.
Along with this, Sarpagandha is also known as a brain tonic to some extent. Because it helps in calming nervousness, tension, restlessness and irritability.
This medicine is also considered beneficial in schizophrenia, psychosis and other mental problems. It should always be used on the advice of a doctor.
It is believed that Sarpagandha is very beneficial for men. Because along with reducing sexual weakness caused by stress, it also removes fatigue caused by insomnia.
Disadvantages of Sarpagandha
If a person has low BP, then consuming Sarpagandha can make the patient’s condition worse. Consuming it can cause conditions like fainting and dizziness.
It is believed that if Sarpagandha is taken in extract form for a long time, it can promote negative thinking. Especially people suffering from mental health should use it with caution.
Use of Sarpagandha for a long time and in large quantities can have negative effects on the lungs. Which can affect the ability of the lungs to work.
Consuming Sarpagandha in excess can cause lipid loss, which can increase the problem of erectile dysfunction in men.
Who should not use Sarpagandha
People who have low BP should not use Sarpagandha.
If there is problem in breathing at night, then these people should also not use it.
Even if you have heart disease, you should not consume Sarpagandha.
Pregnant and breastfeeding women should also not consume it.
Children and elderly people should avoid giving Sarpagandha without doctor’s advice.
How to consume Sarpagandha
Let us tell you that you can consume Sarpagandha in many ways. But it should not be used without doctor’s advice. You can feed it to the patient in the form of powder or tablet. It is more beneficial to take Sarpagandha powder with honey or lukewarm water. Keep in mind that only 500 mg to 1 gram can be given in a day or once or twice a day.
Disclaimer: The suggestions in this article are for general information. Do not take these tips and information as advice from a doctor or medical professional. In case of symptoms of any disease, definitely consult a doctor.
