Sitafal Scientific Name
Annona squamosa
Sitafal Other Names
English: Custard Apple, Sugar apple, Sweet sop
Hindi: Sharifa, Seetaphal
Sanskrit: Sitaaphala
Tamil: Seetapazham, Cintamaram
Hindi: Sharifa, Seetaphal
Sanskrit: Sitaaphala
Tamil: Seetapazham, Cintamaram
What is Sitafal?
Sitafal, more commonly known as Custard Apple, is a popular fruit that manages a variety of diseases. It is rich in fiber, antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins. Furthermore, Sitafal helps to relieve constipation by promoting bowel movements because of its laxative properties. Due to the antioxidants found in Sitafal leaves, it also helps to manage diabetes and might help enhance insulin production. Furthermore, it helps with high blood pressure due to the potassium and magnesium that promote the dilation of blood vessels that improves blood flow. It may help prevent wrinkles, acne and maintain a healthy glowing skin.
Common forms of Sitafal
Seeds, leaves, shoots, and flowers
Sitafal is commonly used for:
- Reducing morning sickness
- Healthy weight-gain
- Regulating blood pressure
- Relieving constipation
- Reducing stress
- Boosting fetal development in pregnant ladies
- Cleansing toxins from the body
- Relieving dental problems
- Preventing miscarriage
Sitafal Dosage
Powder: ¼-½ teaspoons twice a day.
Root decoction: 40-50 ml
Fruit pulp: 40-50g
Root decoction: 40-50 ml
Fruit pulp: 40-50g
Sitafal Side-effects and Warnings
Common side-effects: Not known.
Not so common side-effects: Not known.
Pregnant or Nursing Mother: Sitafal seeds should be avoided during pregnancy as it has toxic effects.
Children: Not known.
Warning:
Avoid consuming Sitafal seeds as they may be toxic.
Not so common side-effects: Not known.
Pregnant or Nursing Mother: Sitafal seeds should be avoided during pregnancy as it has toxic effects.
Children: Not known.
Warning:
Avoid consuming Sitafal seeds as they may be toxic.