PUNARNAVA (BOERHAVIA DIFFUSA)
Nepali Name: पुनर्नभा, Punarnabha
Scientific Name: Boerhavia diffusa
Hindi Name: पुनर्नवा / शोथहीन / गदहपूरना (Punarnawa)
Traditional Uses:
1. Bitter: Acts as a bitter tonic.
2. Stomachic: Supports digestive functions.
3. Diuretic: Promotes urine production, aiding in detoxification.
4. Laxative: Facilitates bowel movements.
5. Expectorant: Assists in expelling mucus from the respiratory tract.
6. Diaphoretic: Promotes sweating, useful in fever.
7. Emetic: Induces vomiting, aiding in purging toxins.
8. Root Purgative: The root is specifically known for its purgative properties.
9. Anthelmintic: Effective against intestinal worms.
10. Asthma: Used in the management of asthma symptoms.
11. Oedema: Addresses swelling, particularly in the context of fluid retention.
12. Anaemia: Helpful in conditions of low red blood cell count.
13. Jaundice: Supports liver function and aids in jaundice management.
14. Ascites: Used in cases of abdominal swelling due to fluid accumulation.
15. Anasarca: Addresses generalized swelling throughout the body.
16. Internal Inflammation: Useful in conditions involving internal inflammation.
17. Improving Vision: Employed for enhancing eyesight.
Process of Use:
1. Root Purgative: Prepare a decoction using the root and consume it for its purgative effect.
2. Anthelmintic: Crush the roots and administer in a suitable form to expel intestinal worms.
3. Asthma: Inhale the steam from a decoction made with the herb or consume it as a tea.
4. Oedema, Anaemia, Jaundice: Prepare a tonic or infusion from the plant parts and consume regularly.
5. Ascites, Anasarca: Infuse the herb in hot water and drink to alleviate swelling.
6. Internal Inflammation: Consume the herb in various forms like powder, decoction, or as directed by an Ayurvedic practitioner.
7. Improving Vision: Incorporate the herb into a formulation or consume it as recommended for vision enhancement.
