VidariKand or Vidarikanda or Vidari or Indian kudzu or Pueraria Tuberosa is praised in ayurvedic texts for its benefits in males. It helps in erectile dysfunction, and low sperm count (oligospermia) and is used in vajikarana therapy for men.
This plant has a botanical name Pueraria tuberosa . This is a perennial woody climber belonging to Fabaceae family.
It is characterized by robust tuberous roots with a full height of 5 to 6 meters when maturely grown up. It has white flowers with a shadow of pink.
This herb is commonly grown in India, Pakistan, and Nepal. Its medicinal properties are praised by ayurveda acharyas. Most importantly the roots or tubers of this plant are used for many medicinal purposes. The roots of Vidarikand are equipped with sterols, amino acids, sugars, and steroids. The plant has been researched to contain antimicrobial properties.
Texts of ayurveda explain the benefits of this plant as follows.
Ayurveda stated clearly in its texts that Vidarikanda improves tissues moisture level and dampness of secretions. It was also claimed that Vidarikanda is heavy to digest and is characterized by a sweet taste which persists throughout the digestion stages. Its cooling properties help lessen Vata and Pitta.
Vidaarikanda contains numerous medicinal properties that are useful in treating skin diseases, the male reproductive system, constipation, muscle enhancement, and much more. Highlighted below are the medicinal properties of Vidaarikanda and their corresponding benefits:
Improves Male Reproductive Health
Vidaarikand helps revitalize the male reproductive system and boosts semen quality and quantity and as well as assists in increasing sperm motility and sperm count.
This herb normalizes Vata and Kapha, and these properties help to increase shukra dhatu. This shukra dhatu is studied to be helpful in improving libido, strong erections, and sexual power.
It functions as an aphrodisiac property and is widely known as vrishya in texts of Ayurveda. This herb is utilized in the preparation of vajikarana Therapy. This herb is used along with other stamina and energy-boosting ayurvedic medicines like kapikacchu (mucuna), gokshura (Tribulus), shatavari, etc to improve sexual functions in males. Rejunol capsule with shilajit is an Ayurvedic medicine to boost stamina and energy. This capsule contains the most potent stamina and energy-boosting ayurvedic herbs.
Helps to Gain Healthy Weight
It rejuvenates the full body and improves muscle bulk. This herb boosts body energy. It is used in ayurvedic treatment for weight gain or brumhana therapy.
Relieves Constipation
Vidaarikanda roots are effective in alleviating constipation by minimizing body dryness and making bowel movement free.
Enhances Skin Glow
Regular use of this herb revitalizes skin and boosts skin glowing and fairness. Due to this quality, Vidaarikanda is popularly employed in skin diseases resulted from discolouration.
Increases Breast Milk
Vidarikanda is a good medicine for nursing mothers due to its galactagogue affinity.
Very Good Rasayana or Anti Ageing
Due to its medicinal properties, it functions as Rasayana to decelerate the ageing process by boosting body immunity and strengthening the overall body.
Acts as Mutrala or Diuretic
Ayurvedic diuretic preparations use Vidarikanda as an ingredient because of its diuretic properties
Conclusion
The roots of Vidarikanda are the most important part of this plant used to make different types of herbs to treat and increase one health condition or others in Ayurveda medicine. However, when preparing this herb, ensure you follow the necessary hygienic procedure such as washing and other related processes. It is advisable to keep this herb in continuity for the continuous medicinal benefits of the plant.
