About Shatavari

Sanskrit Name: Shatavari
Latin Name: Asparagus racemosus
Family: Liliaceae
Useful Part: Tuberous Roots
Tuberous Climber: With straight or hooked spines.
Flowers: Small, white, fragrant, arranged in clusters.
Fruits: Fleshy, red berries, resembling small cherries.
Stem & Branches: Dark green woody stem with feathery leaves.

Ayurvedic Properties

Rasa (Taste)

Sweet (Madhura), Bitter (Tikta)

Guna (Properties)

Heavy (Guru), Oily (Snigdha)

Virya (Potency)

Cold (Shita)

Vipaka (Post-digestive effect)

Sweet (Madhura)

Doshakarma

Balances Vata & Pitta Dosh

Health Benefits

Women’s Health & Vitality: Supports lactation, hormonal balance, fertility, and uterine strength.

Revitalizing Tonic: Rejuvenates the body, boosts energy, and promotes overall well-being

Antioxidant & Gut Healer: Protects against ulcers, reduces oxidative stress, and supports digestion

Blood Purifier & Detoxifier: Enhances circulation, flushes out toxins, and improves kidney function

Immunity Booster: Strengthens the immune system and enhances the body’s natural defenses.

Traditional Uses

For Nursing Mothers:

5g with milk daily.

For Rejuvenation (Rasayana Effect):

Daily consumption boosts overall health.

For Gynecological Issues:

Helps with vaginal discharge & miscarriage risks.

For Menopausal Relief:

Taken with sugar and ghee.

Scientific Research & Studies

  • 📊 Boosts Antioxidant Defense: Increases superoxide dismutase, catalase & ascorbic acid.
  • 🩸 Reduces Lipid Peroxidation: Helps in preventing oxidative stress.
  • 💊 Effective Against Gastric Ulcers: Promotes gut health.

Home Remedies

For Increasing Breast Milk

Mix 5g Shatavari powder with warm milk & drink daily

For Digestion & Immunity: Mix with honey & ghee.

For Ulcer Relief: Take Shatavari juice with coconut water.