Год выпуска: 2012 Автор: Vaibhav Gaikwad, D.H. Patel, Ashok Shelke Издательство: Страниц: 84 ISBN: 3659200786 Описание Chlorophytum borivilianum is the scientific name of Safed musli which was derived from the Greek word Chloros- green and Phyto-Plant. Safed musli belongs to Liliaceae family in Chlorophytum genusMainly its tuberous roots are used in Ayurvedic medicines. Roots are used for the preparation of a nutritive tonic used in the general sexual weakness. Safed Musli offering cure for many ailments and health related problems. The origin of Safed musli, a wild herb, can be traced back to the Aravallis, the oldest mountain ranges of the continent, from where it spread to the nearby areas. It is a rich source of alkaloids, vitamins, proteins,carbohydrates, steroids, saponins, potassium, calcium, magnesium, phenol, resins and polysaccharides. The steroid and saponin contained in safed musli is stigmasterol which acts to improve the hormones like corticosteroids and testosterone in the body. It is considered as a wonder drug in the Indian system of medicine due to its aphrodisiac and natural sex... |