In this shloka it is mentioned that shatavari is heavy to digest, unctuous in nature, cold, bitter and sweet in taste. This herb increases strength and digestive fire and is also beneficial for eyes. It increases the sperm count, beneficial for breast related disorders. It acts as a rejuvenative, useful in diarrhea, Vata and Pitta disorders and inflammation. It alleviates tumors, cardiac ailments and disorders of the colons. The sprouts of shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) are light that balances the three doshas and beneficial in hemorrhoids and tuberculosis.
Reference: Bhava Prakasha Nighantu, Guduchiyadi Varga, Shloka No. 186-188
Shatavari has been used in Ayurveda since ancient times to support the overall health, especially for the females as a support for the reproductive system where the pitta dosha is the dominating one. It is regarded as the best rejuvenating tonic for the female reproductive system. This herb is not only useful for young girls but also helpful for the old women during their natural phases of life such as reproductive and menopause.
Its botanical name is Asparagus racemosus and belongs to the family Asparagaceae.
In the English language, it is known as the buttermilk, wild asparagus, and climbing asparagus.
NAMES IN OTHER LANGUAGES
- Hindi name: Shatavari
- Punjabi name: Chottukelu
- Gujarati and Marathi name: Shatavari
- Arabic name: Shakakul
- Malayalam name: Nunggarei
- Bengali name: Satamuli
- Konkani name: Shatavari
- Urdu name: Satawar
DESCRIPTION
Shatavari is a thorny herb that grows up to the height of one to two meters. Its roots are light pale to brown in color. Leaves are like pine needles, uniform and small in shape. Flowers are white colored with small spikes. Its fruit is purple to black in color. The phytochemicals such as alkaloids, isoflavones, shatavarins, etc present in it promote good health and strengthen the immune system.
PART USED
It's roots and leaves are commonly used for therapeutic purposes.
NUTRIENTS PRESENT IN SHATAVARI
Nutrients present in Shatavari are manganese, cobalt, copper, and zinc. Besides minerals, it also contains vitamins like ascorbic acid and vitamin A. The essential fatty acid such as gamma-linolenic acid present in it is used for the treatment of diabetes mellitus, arthritis, heart disease, and high cholesterol levels and depression.
WHAT ARE THE AYURVEDIC AND MEDICINAL PROPERTIES OF SHATAVARI?
Ayurvedic Properties Are:
- Rasa (Taste): Madhura (sweet) and tikta (bitter)
- Guna (Qualities): Snigdha (oily) and guru (heavy)
- Veerya (Potency): Sheeta (cold)
- Vipaka (Resultant): Madhura (sweet)
- Karma (Effect on dosha): It pacifies vata and pitta dosha
Medicinal Properties:
- Immunomodulatory
- Anti-inflammatory
- Anti-cancerous
- Anti-diabetic
- Antidiarrheal
- Aphrodisiac
- Anti-candida
- Antimicrobial
- Adaptogenic
- Antidepressant
WHAT ARE THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF SHATAVARI?
1. Infertility
Infertility has become a common problem these days that usually affects 10 to 20% of couples. Being an effective tonic it is used for both males as well as females to overcome the sexual diseases. It enhances the sexual activity in males, maintains the hormonal imbalance and treats various sexual disorders like erectile dysfunction, etc.
In females, it increases the libido, reduces the inflammation, enhances ovulation process and maintains the hormonal balance. It also prevents the miscarriage and prepares the womb for conception. After the delivery, it maintains the hormonal level and normalizes the uterus. Shatavari is also useful in other female related disorders like dysmenorrhea, irregular menstruation, and premenstrual syndrome. It can be taken during menstruation.
2. Immuno-stimulant
Its roots and root extracts play an important role in stimulating the immune cells that fight against infection and kills the infection causing germs. During infection, the immunity gets suppressed and this herb stimulates the immune system which speeds up the recovery from the disease.
3. Dysentery
Various researchers have stated that Shatavari is used as an herbal remedy for treating dysentery and diarrhea. It works as an antidiarrheal that reduces the frequency of stools and gastrointestinal motility. It is due to the presence of flavonoids that reduces the excretion of fluids and electrolytes in the stools.
4. Lactation
Shatavari has been used in Ayurveda system of medicine for enhancing the breast milk in the lactating mothers. It contains a hormone called prolactin that promotes the secretion of milk. Its root powder is given for enhancing the milk production. The level of this hormone is 3 times more in the pregnant woman than those who are not using Shatavari.
5. Liver Disease
Shatavari plays an important role in protecting the liver against diseases caused due to the toxins, drugs and free radicals which raises the liver enzymes in the blood. Increased levels of enzymes indicate the damage of liver. This herb reduces free radicals and improves the liver's health. Its roots are very helpful in the regeneration process of the liver.
6. Gastric Ulcers
Shatavari plays an important role in treating gastric ulcers that are formed on the inner lining of the stomach. These ulcers cause symptoms like diarrhea, pain, vomiting, spasms, and cramps. Increase in the level of free radicals causes the formation of ulcers, thus Shatavari increases the antioxidant enzymes and protects against the harmful action of free radicals.
7. Stress and Depression
Shatavari is an adaptogenic herb that improves the ability of the body to adapt the stress. This herb improves the production of chemicals that have anti-depressant and anti-stress activities. It has calming effects on the brain and the body that makes feel relaxed.
VARIOUS FORMS OF SHATAVARI IN WHICH IT CAN BE USED
It can be used in the form of capsules, tablets, churna.
DOSAGE
Shatavari Churna - 3 to 6 grams per day.
And Shatavari Capsules - 1-2 capsules twice daily with milk or water.
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