English: Country mallow, Indian Mallow Hindi: Kanghi, Kakahi, Jhili, Atibala, Tara Kanchi, Itawari Arabian: Masthul Gola Farsi: Darakhtashaan Sanskrit : Rishyaprokta, Kankatika, Balika, Rishagandha, Bhuribala
What is Atibala?
Atibla also known as Atibala literally means “great strength”. It is an is an ayurvedic herb that has body strengthening properties. The plant possesses anti-inflammatory, antihyperlipidemic, diuretic, hepatoprotective, hypoglycemic, immunomodulatory, analgesic, antimicrobial, anti-malarial, wound healing, and anti-diarrheal properties. The roots, flowers, leaves, bark, stems, and seeds are used in Ayurvedic medicines.
Common forms of Atibala
Root, Bark, Leaves, Flower, Stem, Seed, Powder
Atibala is commonly used for:
Treating male sexual dysfunction
Aiding malnutrition
Reducing the pain from Osteoarthritis
Treating Ulcers
Aiding urinary tract infections
Healing wounds
Reducing wrinkles
Treating toothaches
Aiding piles
Fighting dysentry
Treating fever
Relieving allergy
Treating Leprosy
Atibala Dosage
Powder: ¼ to ½ teaspoon a day or as per your requirement.
Atibala Side-effects and Warnings
Common side-effects: Not Known. Not so common side-effects: Not known. Pregnant or Nursing Mothers: Due to a lack of research, consult a physician before taking Atibala during pregnancy or lactation. Children: Not known. Warning:
Due to a lack of research, patients with heart disease and diabetes should consult a physician before taking Atibala.
Chinmayi is a Nutritionist turned Marketer, with Masters in both Marketing and Nutrition. Her focus is to combine her knowledge to understand and evangelize Ayurveda.
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