Yavasa (Alhagi camelorum)

The roots, stem, and twigs of the Yavasa plant contain certain elements that have significant medicinal qualities, according to Ayurveda.^(HR/1)

Due to its Ropan (healing) and Sita (cooling) properties, applying Yavasa powder with milk or rose water helps reduce skin infections, skin rashes, and speeds up wound healing, according to Ayurveda. Topical application of Yavasa powder with coconut oil may also provide relief from pain and inflammation caused by arthritis, as it has anti-inflammatory properties.Yavasa powder consumption helps improve digestion and thus provides relief from constipation.

Yavasa is also known as :- Alhagi camelorum, Javaso, Javasa, Kappa tumpa, Turuche, Punaikanjuri, Kanchori, Chinnadoolagondi, Dhanvaya sam

Yavasa is obtained from :- Plant

Uses and benefits of Yavasa:-

As per several scientific studies, uses and benefits of Yavasa (Alhagi camelorum) are mentioned as per below^(HR/2)

• Constipation and Piles : Due to its ability to balance Pitta and Kapha doshas in the body, Yavasa promotes digestion and reduces the risk of constipation, as well as providing relief from the symptoms of hemorrhoids/piles such as irritation, itching, redness, soreness, and swelling around the anus.
• Stomatitis : Yavasa Kwatha (decoction) aids in the treatment of stomatitis-related redness of the mucous membranes of the mouth (painful swelling of mouth and lips). Because of its Kashaya (astringent) and Sita (cool) characteristics, gargling with Yavasa kwatha provides fast treatment for stomatitis.
• Cough and Cold : Yavasa also boosts immunity, making it easier to battle infections. Because of its Kapha-balancing properties, it aids in the treatment of respiratory issues such as the common cold, cough, asthma, and bronchitis.
• Arthrits : When massaged into the affected area with any massage oil, Yavasa helps to relieve inflammation and pain. This is because it has the ability to balance Pitta in the body.
• Piles : Because of its Kashaya (astringent) and Sita (cool) properties, Yavasa powder helps to minimise swelling and pain of piles mass when applied externally.
• Headache : Because of its Sita Virya function, the Powder of Yavasa can help relieve headaches when administered as a nasal drop (cold in potency).
• Wound : Due to its Ropan (healing) and Sita (cooling) properties, Yavasa powder helps to prevent skin infection, skin rashes, and wound healing.

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Precautions to be taken while using Yavasa:-

As per several scientific studies, below precautions should to be taken while taking Yavasa (Alhagi camelorum)^(HR/3)

• Yavasa should be taken in recommended dosage and duration; a high dose can cause stomach upset or diarrhea.
• The paste should be applied to pile mass (lumps at the base of the rectum) only under medical supervision.

Special precautions to be taken while taking Yavasa:-

As per several scientific studies, below special precautions should to be taken while taking Yavasa (Alhagi camelorum)^(HR/4)

• Breastfeeding : During nursing, Yavasa should only be administered under medical supervision.
• Pregnancy : During pregnancy, Yavasa should only be used under medical supervision.
• Allergy : If your skin is hypersensitive, apply fresh Yavasa paste to it with milk or rose water.

How to take Yavasa:-

As per several scientific studies, Yavasa (Alhagi camelorum) can be taken into the methods mentioned as per below^(HR/5)

• Yavasa Churna : Take one fourth to half teaspoon Yavasa churna. Mix with honey or water after take after lunch and also supper.
• Yavasa Kwatha : Take one teaspoon Yavasa powder. Added with four cup water and also steamed till five to ten min. Remove from warmth, strain the solution, include honey as well as mix it well. Have it once or twice a day after taking food.
• Yavasa Powder(With milk or rose water) : Take oneteaspoon Yavasa Powder Blend with milk or climbed water and make a paste. Apply on the skin daily or thrice a week.
• Yavasa Powder(With coconut oil) : Use the powder on heap mass (swellings at the base of the anus) with coconut oil or take under clinical guidance when used externally.

How much Yavasa should be taken:-

As per several scientific studies, Yavasa (Alhagi camelorum) should be taken into the amounts mentioned as per below^(HR/6)

• Yavasa Churna : One fourth to half teaspoon twice a day.
• Yavasa Powder : Half to one teaspoon or as per your requirement.

Side effects of Yavasa:-

As per several scientific studies, below side effects need to be taken into consideration while taking Yavasa (Alhagi camelorum)^(HR/7)

• There is not enough scientific data available about side effects of this herb yet.

Questions asked frequently Related to the Yavasa:-

Question. Is Yavasa beneficial for weight gain?

Answer. There isn’t enough scientific proof to back up Yavasa’s role in weight growth.

Yes, Yavasa may help with weight gain caused by a lack of or poor digestion, which leads to internal weakness. Yavasa’s Deepan (appetiser) and Balya (strength provider) characteristics aid in weight management by promoting internal strength and enhancing digestion.

Question. Is Yavasa helpful in vertigo?

Answer. There isn’t enough scientific data to back up Yavasa’s role in vertigo.

Question. Is Yavasa useful in syncope(temporary loss of consciousness)?

Answer. There isn’t enough scientific data to back up Yavasa’s role in syncope (temporary loss of consciousness).

Syncope is caused by a Vata dosha imbalance, which can cause nerve weakening or disruptions. Yavasa aids in the management of syncope by supplying nerve strength through its Balya (strength provider) function, which helps to alleviate syncope symptoms.

Question. Can Yavasa be used in Rheumatoid arthritis?

Answer. Yavasa has anti-inflammatory and anti-rheumatic effects, therefore it may help control rheumatoid arthritis. It helps to lessen the pain and inflammation associated with rheumatism by decreasing the mediators that cause inflammation (such as histamine, 5 HT, and others).

Question. Can Yavasa be used in haemorrhagic disorders?

Answer. There isn’t enough scientific data to back up Yavasa’s role in hemorrhagic illnesses.

Yes, Yavasa may be useful in the treatment of hemorrhagic illnesses caused by a Pitta dosha imbalance. Yavasa’s Pitta balancing and Sita (chill) characteristics aid in the management of hemorrhagic illnesses by reducing blood loss and cooling the affected area.

SUMMARY

Due to its Ropan (healing) and Sita (cooling) properties, applying Yavasa powder with milk or rose water helps reduce skin infections, skin rashes, and speeds up wound healing, according to Ayurveda. Topical application of Yavasa powder with coconut oil may also provide relief from pain and inflammation caused by arthritis, as it has anti-inflammatory properties.