Kasmard
Kasmard
Kasmard, also known as Kasondi, is an erect herb found all over India. It is widely used for its medicinal benefits.
Kasmard helps in managing symptoms of asthma due to its anti-allergic properties. It is also beneficial in diabetes as it lowers blood glucose levels due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. As per Ayurveda, Kasmard helps in reducing the symptoms of cough and asthma due to its Ushna (hot) nature and Vata-Kapha balancing properties. Consuming Kasmard juice after meals help in managing cough.
Kasmard helps in wound healing as it accelerates the process of wound contraction and closure due to its antioxidant properties. It also has antimicrobial properties that help in preventing skin infections. A paste of Kasmard leaves can be applied to the affected area to get rid of skin problems[2][5-7][10].
Kasmard helps in managing symptoms of asthma due to its anti-allergic properties. It is also beneficial in diabetes as it lowers blood glucose levels due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. As per Ayurveda, Kasmard helps in reducing the symptoms of cough and asthma due to its Ushna (hot) nature and Vata-Kapha balancing properties. Consuming Kasmard juice after meals help in managing cough.
Kasmard helps in wound healing as it accelerates the process of wound contraction and closure due to its antioxidant properties. It also has antimicrobial properties that help in preventing skin infections. A paste of Kasmard leaves can be applied to the affected area to get rid of skin problems[2][5-7][10].
What are the synonyms of Kasmard?
Cassia occidentalis, Kasarih, Arimard, Kasoundi, Kasondi, Kasundri, Kasonji, Doddatagache, Anesogate, Alevure, Kasundro, Peyavirai, Nattandagarai, Kasinda, Peddakasinda, Kalkashunda, Thulo Tapre, Kasvinda, Rankasvinda, Ponnaviram, Karintakara, Mattantakara, Coffee Weed, Coffee Senna, Stinking Weed, Weed Coffee, Styptic Weed, Karkash[1].
What is the source of Kasmard?
Plant Based
Benefits of Kasmard
Skin Infections
Skin infections generally occur due to an imbalance of Pitta dosha. This might lead to some conditions like itching, irritation or sometimes burning. Kasmard inspite of being Ushna (hot) in nature, helps manage skin infections due to its Pitta balancing properties. This helps in healing up of skin problems, thus providing relief.
Tips for using Kasmard in skin infections
a. Take few leaves or seed of Kasmard.
b. Grind them to make a paste.
c. Apply it on the affected area once or twice a week
To get rid of skin problems.
Skin infections generally occur due to an imbalance of Pitta dosha. This might lead to some conditions like itching, irritation or sometimes burning. Kasmard inspite of being Ushna (hot) in nature, helps manage skin infections due to its Pitta balancing properties. This helps in healing up of skin problems, thus providing relief.
Tips for using Kasmard in skin infections
a. Take few leaves or seed of Kasmard.
b. Grind them to make a paste.
c. Apply it on the affected area once or twice a week
To get rid of skin problems.
Precautions when using Kasmard
Breastfeeding
Modern Science View
Since enough scientific evidence is not available for the external use of Kasmard during breastfeeding. So, it is advisable to avoid or consult a physician before using Kasmard during breastfeeding.
Pregnancy
Modern Science View
Since enough scientific evidence is not available for the external use of Kasmard during pregnancy. So, it is advisable to avoid or consult a physician before using Kasmard during pregnancy.
How to use Kasmard
Kasmard paste for skin infections
a. Take few leaves or seed of Kasmard.
b. Grind them to make a paste.
c. Apply this paste on the affected area once or twice a week to get rid of skin problems.
a. Take few leaves or seed of Kasmard.
b. Grind them to make a paste.
c. Apply this paste on the affected area once or twice a week to get rid of skin problems.
Frequently asked questions
Modern Science View
Kasmard is believed to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-viral properties. These may be due to the presence of important health-benefiting elements like carbohydrates, flavonoids, alkaloids, terpenes and resins. The presence of flavonoids and resins might be responsible for its anti-inflammatory properties. Whereas, alkaloids are known to help in decreasing blood pressure, balancing the nervous system in case of mental illness. Furthermore, terpenes
suggests the possession of anti-viral properties[5].
suggests the possession of anti-viral properties[5].
References
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- Fidele N, Joseph B, Emmanuel T, et.al.Hypolipidemic, antioxidant and anti-atherosclerogenic effect of aqueous extract leaves of Cassia occidentalis Linn (Caesalpiniaceae) in diet-induced hypercholesterolemic rats.BMC Complement Altern med.2017;17(76):1-11.
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- Vadnere GP, Somani R, Singhai AK.Antiasthmatic potential of aqueous extract of Cassia occidentalis.Planta medica.2006;72(11):297.
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- Aragao TP, Lyra MMA, Silva MMB, et.al.Toxicological reproductive study of Cassia occidentalis L. in female Wistar rats.J Ethnopharmacol.2009;123(1):163-166.
- Yadav JP, Arya V, Yadav S, et.al.Cassia occidentalis L:A review on its ethnobotany, phytochemical and pharmacological profile.Elsevier.2010;81:223-230.
- Sheeba M, Emmanuel S, Revathi K, et.al.Wound healing activity of Cassia occidentalis L. in albino Wistar rats.Int J Integr Biol.2009;8(1):1-6.
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