About Shatavari

The main points regarding Shatavari are given as follows:

Latin name: Asparagus racemosus

Sanskrit name: Shatavari

Family: The Liliaceae 

Useful Parts: Tuberous Roots

Climbing plants would be said to be characterized by either straight or hooked spines.

Flowers: Clusters of tiny, aromatic, white flowers are produced.

Fruits: Red berries that are plump and resemble little cherries.

Stem &  Branches: fluffy leaves on dark green, woody stems.

Ayurvedic Properties

Rasa

Sweet (Madhura), Bitter (Tikta)

Guna

Heavy (Guru), Oily (Snigdha)

Virya

Cold (Shita)

Vipaka

Sweet (Madhura)

Doshakarma

Balances Vata & Pitta Dosh

Health Benefits

Female Wellness & Energy: It supports uterine strength, conception, breastfeeding, and the regulation of hormones.
Revitalising Tonic: It enhances vitality and overall health while providing the body with a revitalising effect.
Antioxidant & Healer of the Gut: It protects from ulcers, reduces oxidative stress, and enhances digestion.
Blood Purifier & Detoxifier: It improves circulation, helps in flushing out toxins, and improves the functioning of the kidney.
Immunity Booster: Builds up immunity and improves the body resistance.

Traditional Uses

For Nursing Mothers:

5g with milk a day.

For Rejuvenation (Rasayana Effect):

Encouraging consumption so as to secures health.

For gynecological issues:

Discharges in the vagina are assisted and miscarriage threats are cured.

For menopausal relief:

Use with sugar and ghee.

Scientific Research & Studies

  • 📊 Antioxidant Defense Augmentation: Superoxide dismutase, catalase & ascorbic acid levels raised.
  • 🩸 Lipid Peroxidation Lowering: Oxidative stress prevented.
  • 💊 Anti-Gastric Ulcer: Gut-health promoted.

Home Remedies

Increase Breast Milk
Drink warm milk mixed with 5g of Shatavari powder daily.
Mixed with honey and ghee.
Shatavari juice and coconut water.