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Gokshura is a small hairy shrub which grows in abundance in pasture lands, roadsides, especially in warm regions. According to Ayurveda, gokshura comes from two Sanskrit words: go<\/i><\/em>\u00a0(cow) and akshura<\/i><\/em>\u00a0(hoof). This is because the small fruits look like hooves of cows, with little spines and lots of big thorns on them.<\/p>\n Here are some ways to use gokshura\u00a0for certain health benefits:<\/p>\n 1. Boost libido: <\/b><\/strong>Gokshura helps in boosting sexual desire in women with hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD)[8]. It is also useful for maintaining testosterone (sex hormone) levels in males. Gokshura is also known to lower the risk of erectile dysfunction as it strengthens the penile tissue and enhances erection[1][2].<\/p>\n How to use:<\/i><\/em><\/p>\n -Take 1\/2 teaspoon of gokshura powder. 2. Lower the risk of kidney stones: <\/b><\/strong>Gokshura helps prevent the formation of kidney stones as well as maintain proper function of the kidneys[1].<\/p>\n How to use:<\/i><\/em><\/p>\n -Take 1\/2 teaspoon of gokshura powder. 3. Manage diabetes:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0An active compound present in gokshura called saponin has antioxidant properties which help in lowering blood glucose level.[1].<\/p>\n How to use: 4. Maintain heart health: <\/b><\/strong>It\u00a0protects\u00a0the heart cells and may even improve the function of the heart after a heart attack[1][3].<\/p>\n How to use: 5. Regulate blood pressure: <\/b><\/strong>Gokshura has the potential to control blood pressure due to its diuretic activity. It can be taken by patients with mild to moderate hypertension mainly associated with fluid retention. Gokshura\u00a0helps lower systolic pressure, diastolic pressure, mean arterial\u00a0pressure and improves heart rate[1][4][5].<\/p>\n How to use: 6. Lower cholesterol: <\/b><\/strong>An animal study suggested that gokshura can help lower the level of triglycerides (fat), LDL or the bad cholesterol and increase the level of HDL or good cholesterol. This is due to the presence of phenolic compounds in gokshura which help prevent the storage of triglycerides and enhance its utilisation for energy production[1][6].<\/p>\n How to use: Some important tips:<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n References<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n 1. Chhatre S, Nesari T, Somani G, et al.Phytopharmacological overview of Tribulus terrestris<\/i><\/em>.Pharmacogn Rev.2014;8(15):45\u201351.<\/p>\n 2. Do J, Choi S, Choi J, et al.Effects and mechanism of action of a Tribulus terrestris <\/i><\/em>extract on penile erection.Korean J Urol.2013;54(3):183-8.<\/p>\n 3. Samy RP, Pushparaj PN, Gopalakrishnakone P.A compilation of bioactive compounds from Ayurveda.Bioinformation.2008;3(3):100\u2013110.<\/p>\n 4. Murthy AR, Dubey SD, Tripathi K.Anti-hypertensive effect of Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris<\/i><\/em>) A clinical study.Anc Sci Lif.2000;19(3-4):139\u2013145.<\/p>\n 5. Jiang YH, Guo JH, Wu S, et al.Vascular protective effects of aqueous extracts of Tribulus terrestris<\/i><\/em>. on hypertensive endothelial injury.Chin J Nat Med.2017;15(8):606-614.<\/p>\n 6. Khan S, Kabir H, Jalees F, et al.Antihyperlipidemic potential of fruits of Tribulus terrestris.<\/i><\/em>Int J BiomedRes.2011;2:98\u2013101.<\/p>\n 7. Ulbricht CE.Natural Standard Herb & Supplement Guide.1st ed.2010.<\/p>\n 8. Akhtari E,\u00a0Raisi\u00a0F,\u00a0Keshavarz\u00a0M,\u00a0et al.Tribulus terrestris\u00a0<\/i><\/em>for treatment of sexual dysfunction in women: randomized double-blind placebo – controlled study.Daru. 2014; 22(1): 40.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
\n<\/i><\/em>-Boil it in 1 cup (250ml) of milk.
\n<\/i><\/em>-Cool it to room temperature and drink it twice a day.
\n<\/i><\/em>-Continue this for 1-2 months for best results.<\/i><\/em><\/p>\n
\n<\/i><\/em>-Mix it with 1 teaspoon of honey.
\n<\/i><\/em>-Take it twice a day.
\n<\/i><\/em>-Continue this for 1-2 months for best results.<\/i><\/em><\/p>\n
\n<\/i><\/em>-Take 1\/2 teaspoon of gokshura powder.
\n<\/i><\/em>-Add it to a glass of water and stir well.
\n<\/i><\/em>-Drink it twice a day.
\n<\/i><\/em>-Continue this for 1-2 months for best results.<\/i><\/em><\/p>\n
\n<\/i><\/em>-Take 1\/2 teaspoon of gokshura powder.
\n<\/i><\/em>-Boil it in 1 cup (250ml) of water.
\n<\/i><\/em>-Cool it to room temperature and add 1 teaspoon of honey.
\n<\/i><\/em>-Drink it twice a day.
\n<\/i><\/em>-Continue this for 1-2 months for best results.<\/i><\/em><\/p>\n
\n<\/i><\/em>-Take 1\/2 teaspoon of gokshura powder.
\n<\/i><\/em>-Boil it in 1 cup (250ml) of water.
\n<\/i><\/em>-Cool it to room temperature.
\n<\/i><\/em>-Drink it twice a day.
\n<\/i><\/em>-Continue this for 1-2 months for best results.<\/i><\/em><\/p>\n
\n<\/i><\/em>-Take 1\/2 teaspoon of gokshura powder.
\n<\/i><\/em>-Boil it in 1 cup (250ml) of water.
\n<\/i><\/em>-Cool it to room temperature.
\n<\/i><\/em>-Drink it twice a day.
\n<\/i><\/em>-Continue this for 1-2 months for best results.<\/i><\/em><\/p>\n\n
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