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Health benefits of Asafoetida Powder By Sylvia012

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Asafoetida Powder have been renowned for its

therapeutic value as well as utilized in number of herbal treatments for a number of illnesses. Asafoetida is

definitely the native of Iran and part of the Ferula species of plants. It is utilized in numerous Indian dishes

since it is a source of pungent flavor.

Asafoetida word originates from the Persian word “asa” and also the Latin” foetida” that roughly results in

Fetid smelling resin. Its different titles are devil!s dung stin"ing gum asant food of the gods and lots of

other names in various languages. It features a pungent and unpleasant smell within the raw form however

when coo"ed it increases the taste as well as flavor of the recipe. A pinch of asafoetida is included with food

preparations composed of potatoes lentils peas etc. It may cause serious diarrhea as well as vomiting

when it!s consumed raw. Asafoetida can be found in three forms li"e tears mass as well as paste. #ears is

the finest form of resin and therefore are rounded or even flattened in shape $ to %& mm in diameter and

dull yellow or grayish in color. #he common commercial form is 'ass asafetida. It includes tears converted

into a more or less uniform mass generally combined with fragments of root earth etc. #he paste form also

includes e(traneous matter.

Health benefits of Asafoetida Powder 

Asafoetida is a great anti)inflammatory as well as an anti)o(idant agent which will help in reducing various

stomach associated problems together with aiding in the whole process of digestion. It may also assist in

avoiding cancer as well as se(ually transmitted diseases. #he element of asafoetida usually utilized is the

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gum resin that is obtained from its roots offered it is at least * years old. #his particular gum is e(tracted

generally in the summer months simply by cutting away the stem of the plant and ma"ing effective slices

from the roots where the gum stays accumulated.

Listed below are some +ealth benefits of Asafoetida Powder

1. Asthma and Bronchitis

,ith the aid of the asafoetida powder agitated nerves because of the symptoms of bronchitis asthma and

whooping cough could be calm down due to its anti)microbial property. #a"e a teaspoon of asafoetida

powder and blend it with - tsp honey tsp betel leaf /uice along with a 0uarter spoon of white onion /uice.

,henever you are troubled by the signs of such illnesses consume this medical combination.

2. Repellant

#he pungent smell "eeps away insects which includes flies and mos0uitoes. 1umerous have used asafoetidaaround their yards and gardens to avert stray dogs cats and rabbits. #he odor might also repel individuals

so best not be used on a first date.

3. Toothache

Asafoetida li"ewise helps to cure toothache. 'a"e a combination of powdered asafoetida and lemon /uice.

2ab a cotton swab within the solution and put it on the cavity of aching tooth. #he pain appeared to

decrease by the great degree.

4. Stomach Disorders

3tomach disorders may also be successfully healed through this herb. It is among the best treatments

obtainable for flatulence and most digestive powders include large 0uantity of asafoetida in them. In case of

flatulence as well as distension of the stomach asafoetida ought to be mi(ed in hot water along with a pad

of cloth steeped in it can be utilized for compressing the abdomen.

5. Spasms

It is utilized to reduce spasms within the bowel due to its antispasmodic property. Asafoetida assists children

and adults struggling with internal worms and various types of internal parasites. Also problems li"e long)

term fatigue candidiasis as well as wea"ness of the digestive system. Asafoetida may also deal with the

cases of nervous disorders in "ids.

6. Hysteria

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#he herb is a superb medication for hysteria. +ysterical attac"s could be avoided by breathing in of this

gum. A mi(ture created by - grams of the gum along with -& ml of water is really a valuable enema per

rectum for treating hysteria whenever oral dosage not recommended.

7. hildren!s Disorders

4sing this type of herb nervous disorders of children may also be treated. 5uropeans thin" that a small

piece of this gum hung around a child!s nec" would protect it from numerous illnesses particularly germs

which can be responsive to the pungent odor.

". #pi$m

#hose who are dependent on opium may be treatable with this particular herb that serves as an antidote.

#he sedating 0uality of asafoetida causes it to be a highly effective treatment for high blood pressure levels.

#he oil e(tracted from this plant is recognized to reduce the levels of total cholesterol in your body.

%. &omen!s Ailments

'any gynaecological difficulties in females /ust li"e sterility unwanted abortion pre)mature labor

abnormally painful difficult and e(cessive menstruation and leucorrhoea are handled by this herb. About -

centigrams of gum fried in ghee combined with -& grams of goat!s fresh mil" along with a tablespoon of

honey needs to be provided % times daily for the month. It increases the secretion of progesterone

hormone. Asafoetida is usually very theraputic for ladies after childbirth due to its anti flatulent and digestive

properties.

1'. (mpotency

#he herb is additionally utilized in the management of impotency. About 6 centigrams of asafoetida ought to

be fried in ghee and combined with honey along with a teaspoon of fresh late( of banyan tree. 7efore

sunrise this mi( ought to be ta"en once daily for *& days. Additionally it is regarded as a particular

medication for spermatorrhoea and early e/aculation.

Side e))ects o) Asa)oetida *o+der

#he uncoo"ed asafoetida herb is "nown to cause symptoms li"e nausea and vomiting in various patients.#he

continual utilisation of the herbal remedies created from the asafoetida over can cause irritation within the

throat it can result in the accumulation of gas within the abdominal region it may cause diarrhea and it will

also result in the growth and development of a definite burning sensation while urinating in patients.,omen

that are pregnant should avoid using this herb in all forms throughout the term of pregnancy as you possibly

can side effects can disturb the pregnancy.

#he herb is "nown to cause miscarriage and it!s also commonly "nown as to affect the periodicity of the

menstrual cycle

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