What Are the Benefits of Changeri Ghas, and How Is It Used in Ayurveda? - #11609

Alright, Changeri Ghas, or Oxalis corniculata, is a fascinating one in Ayurveda! You're right, it's well-regarded for its digestive and anti-inflammatory perks. Its sour taste (part of the 'Amla Rasa') helps balance Vata and Kapha doshas, which can support digestion. Yeah, it’s pretty awesome for issues like acidity and indigestion. You'd typically use it by making a juice of the fresh leaves. A tablespoon before meals could work wonders for digestion. Just don’t go overboard; too much might cause discomfort, like with anything really. Now, talking about the liver, Changeri is ya know, quite a helper for detox. It helps enhance your Agni (digestive fire), supporting efficient metabolism and elimination of toxins. For liver health, a decoction made from its leaves could be quite effective. Generally, a cup taken once a day should suffice, but listen to your body. As for diarrhea and dysentery, Changeri's got good reputation. Its astringent property helps in tightening tissues and controlling loose motions. For balancing gut flora, it helps soothe the inflammation that causes diarrhea. You might make a powder from its leaves. Half a teaspoon with warm water could be taken twice daily till symptoms improve. It's nifty but if symptoms persist, def check with a doc. Skin-wise, yeah, you're onto something. It's used externally for its cooling properties and aid in wound healing. It can be applied as a poultice directly onto the wound. Its antibacterial action helps prevent infection. Now, any herb's got precautions. Changeri generally safe, but high doses might lead to digestion issues, like nausea or bloating, cuz it has oxalic acid. Better to avoid in large amounts if you’re prone to kidney stones or have impaired kidney function. If someone’s pregnant, nursing, or has severe health conditions, a quick chat with healthcare expert before jumping in on herbs is smart. For some folks, it could take a few days to a week to see effects, but consistency is key in Ayurveda. If you ever try it, hope it goes well, but always start small.