Description

As newer luxuries, habits and short-cuts come up in life, so does newer diseases and health conditions. But nature keeps astonishing us by proving to be that pharmacist who thought and acted well ahead of his time! Thoothuvalai is one such great gift kept aside for us by our Mother Nature.

Thoothuvalai, known by its botanical name Solanum Trilobatum and commonly called in English as “Purple Fruited Pea Egg Plant” is one of the important medicinal plants called as kayakalpa herb in siddha medicine.

Based on the Indian Siddha system of medicines Thoothuvalai is an effective remedy for Asthma, Cold, sinus Cough, lung diseases and Flu. Prevents throat infections, reduces throat irritation and improves appetite. This herb is also used in the treatment of tuberculosis and long standing cold. Possesses antioxidant and hepato-protective activity.

Thoothuvalai is also used for treating Nervous problems, Bronchitis, Skin diseases and Ear problems. This herb is said to improve children’s mental abilities and memory power.

Health Benefits of Thoothuvalai

1. FOR RESPIRATORY PROBLEMS

Thoothuvalai is widely used in the treatment of tuberculosis, bronchial asthma, difficulty in breathing, sinus, chest congestion and other respiratory problems. Thoothuvalai with its anti-inflammatory properties and anti-microbial activity helps asthma patients with a fresh breath of life.

2. FOR STRENGTH, STAMINA, MEMORY AND MENTAL ABILITIES

In Ayurveda, Toothuvalai is considered as a natural steroid that could improve one’s strength, stamina and mental abilities. It is also known to improve memory and hearing.

3. FOR DIABETES

In an average human life cycle subject to the modern lifestyle choices, diabetes has become a common problem. Thoothuvalai has been found to be helpful in the management of diabetes. The anti-oxidant property of the plant comes to play here as the ethanolic extract of the plant helps manage levels of blood glucose.

4. FOR COLD, COUGH AND THROAT IRRITATION

Thoothuvalai is traditionally used to treat diseases like sinus, tuberculosis and other lung diseases. It is rich in calcium, good for the bones.

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