Insulin Plant Herb Uses, Benefits, Cures, Side Effects, Nutrients
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General Name
Insulin Plant
Glycemic Index / Load
Fiery Costus, Insulin Plant
Botanical Name
Costus Cuspidatus, Costus Igneus
Insulin Plant Cures
Action of Insulin Plant
Nutrients in Insulin Plant
Side Effects, Risk Factors of, and Cautions for Insulin Plant
Consumption of Insulin Plant should be avoided by Pregnant or Lactating women.
Description
Fiery Costus is a plant.
It is perennial.
It grows in a tropical climate.
It grows upto 60 Cm.
It belongs to Costaceae family.
Best used for Diabetes.
On the web, you might come across Jarul as Insulin plant, but actually, they both are different. The leaves of Jarul has horizontal linings from the centre whereas Insulin Plant bears vertical curves around the centre line of the leaves.
Materia Medica for Insulin Plant
Insulin Plant General
Insulin Plant is a magical cure for Diabetes. It is so effective, that consumption of its leaves reduces the Blood Sugar level.
It also maintains the Cholesterol level which is usually high due to Diabetes.
The leaves are Antiinflammatory. It promotes the smooth airflow in the lungs. Thus, helps to alleviate the Symptoms of Bronchitis and Asthma.
It exhibits Antioxidant properties which help to decrease the Oxidative stress and damage to healthy cells. In short, it is a Cancer preventive herb.
It is a good Diuretic. The decoction prepared with Insulin Plant leaves increases the Urination. It also provides relief from Fever.
The paste of leaves is good for the Skin. It tightens and increases the elasticity of the skin. It is effective for Candidiasis of the Nails and Hair.
It also provides relief from Pain by reducing the sensitivity of Nerves.
The Antibacterial, Antimicrobial, and Antiseptic nature prevent the growth of harmful bacteria and microbes.
It takes good care of the Liver and Kidneys.
Single HerbCrush dried leaves of Fiery Costus to make powder. Have half tsp of it twice a day.
OR : Chew one fresh leaf of Fiery Costus twice a day.