Shatavari (Asparagus)

Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus, Shatavari, Asparagus)

Part used: root

Fabrics: affects all tissue elements

Systems: circulatory, reproductive, respiratory, digestive

Action: nourishing, emollient, menstruation, rejuvenating

Shatavari - literally “having a hundred husbands” (its tonic and rejuvenating effects on the female genital organs, according to beliefs, makes it possible to have a hundred husbands). It is the primary Ayurvedic anti-aging herb for women - the same as Ashwagandha for men (although both plants have some effect on both sexes).

The root of this plant balances all three doshas, ​​especially Pita, cleanses the blood, strengthens the immune system, and enhances the production of milk and sex hormones.

Shatavari is an effective emollient for dry and inflamed mucous membranes of the stomach, lungs, kidneys and genitals. Thanks to these properties, it is good for ulcers, and given its ability to relieve thirst and promote the retention of fluids in the body, it is indicated for chronic diarrhea and dysentery. Increases the secretion of milk and semen.

This is a good dietary supplement for women who are going through menopause or who have had a hysterectomy because it contains a lot of female sex hormones. Nourishes eggs and increases their ability to fertilize.

Cautions: severe slagging of the body, copious mucus