Acalypha indica, also called as Indian Nettle and Indian copperleaf, is one of the most effective home remedies for various health conditions. Commonly found on the sides of the streets in this part of the world, acalypha indica has immense health benefits to offer.
Properties of Acalypha Indica
There have been many researches on the medicinal properties of acalypha indica. According to a study, this magical herb possesses amazing healing properties.
- Anti-inflammatory (reduces swelling and pain)
- Antibacterial (destroys and prevents bacteria)
- Antioxidant (prevents negative impacts on cells, protein and DNA)
- Antimicrobial (destroys and prevents bacteria, virus and fungi)
- Antiallergic (prevents allergy)
- Analgesic (relieves pain)
- Antidiabetic (regulates blood glucose levels)
- Anti-ulcer (prevents ulcer)
- Anti-cancer (prevents cancer)
- Anti-obesity (reduces excess fat)
- Anti-venom (neutralizes the venom)
- Hepatoprotective (protects liver)
- Anthelmintic (destroys intestinal worms)
- Wound healing
Medicinal Properties of Acalypha Indica
Acalypha indica has been used for centuries as a cure for various health conditions. Here are some of the most important health benefits of acalypha indica:
- Heals wounds
- Cures inflammation
- Relieves cold
- Aids in curing respiratory conditions including asthma
- Acalypha indica is an effective home remedy for skin problems including acne and ezcema. It is used since ancient times to treat skin infections.
- Helps to achieve flawless skin tone
- Relieves headache
- Cures joint pain
- Boosts immunity
- Cures digestive disorders
- Removes intestinal worms
- Helps to regulate healthy blood glucose levels
- Out of the many benefits of acalypha indica, it's efficacy in curing stomach ulcer is lesser known.
- Helps to cure piles
- Supports kidney health.
- Helps to maintain liver health.
- It is effective for dandruff and hair fall. The herb helps to promote hair growth naturally.
- It is an effective anti-venom.
- Acalypha indica is effective for removing unwanted facial hair.
How to Use Acalypha Indica?
Before using leaves of acalypha indica, rinse them well in running water.
- Take a fistful of acalypha indica leaves, add them to a glass of water and bring to boil. Once the water starts boiling, reduce the heat and simmer for a couple of minutes. Remove from heat, filter and drink. This herbal drink is effective for cold, cough and intestinal worms.
- Apply paste of acalypha indica on the wound site to speed up healing. You can also add turmeric to the paste.
- To remove unwanted facial hair, add turmeric powder to acalypha indica paste and apply on face. Let the paste dry. Gently exfoliate and rinse your face well.
- Take a fistful each of acalypha indica and neem leaves and grind them. Apply the paste on your scalp and hair. Wash your hair after half an hour. Do it twice a week for healthy hair growth.
Side Effects of Acalypha Indica
Though acalypha indica is generally considered safe, it may cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea in some people.
Those with G6PD (Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase) deficiency may experience hemolysis on using acalypha indica.
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