New Delhi, 21 May (IANS). Sitaphal, also called Sharifa. It is also called Custard Apple or Sugar Apple in English. It is sweet in taste and cools in taseer, which proves to be a great option for summer days. The more beneficial the Sitaphal is, the more beneficial its tree leaves are also beneficial. Its leaves contain nutritious elements such as rich vitamins, minerals, calcium, potassium, fiber and antioxidants. Its leaves are always green which are very beneficial for our health. Let us tell you about the medicinal properties and use of Sitaphal and its leaves.
In various texts of Ayurveda, such as Charak, Sushruta Samhita and Ashtanga Hridayam, Sitaphal is considered the best fruit of medicinal importance. Its intake keeps the body healthy and strength also increases. It is used to treat many diseases. For women who have been delivered, it is quite useful. If those women consume one to two grams of Sitaphal root powder, then there can be a lot of problems like more problems in periods, balance and joint pain etc. Vitamin-B6 is found in plenty in Sitaphal, which reduces the risk of heart disease.
If there is a problem of high blood pressure, then definitely consume Sitaphal. With the help of magnesium and calcium present in it, somewhat can be overcome. At the same time, it makes bones strong by completing the lack of calcium in the body. Use of Sitaphal is very beneficial to avoid the risk of anemia. It can be used to maintain cholesterol level. It helps to protect against heart disease, stroke and heart attack by balanceing cholesterol level. Apart from this, it is also beneficial in asthma problem.
The juice of leaves rich in vitamin-C is beneficial for the stomach. It relieves the skin from acne, freckles, stains and spots. At the same time, the anti-bacterial properties found in it prevent acne from spreading. The bark of its tree contains tannin, which is used to make medicines. Grind the seeds coming out of this fruit and apply its paste on the head, causing the head lice and the hair remains black. Drinking its leaf tea also removes diarrhea, constipation and indigestion.
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