Common & Uncommon Names

• Botanical Name: Picrorhiza Kurroa
• English Name: Picrorrhiza, Hellebore, Yellow gentian
• Hindi Name: Kutuki

Other Uncommon Names:

Kuru, Kadu, Garbage-Hindi, Khanekhaswael, Katu Rohini, Bal-kadu, Katuki, Kadugu-rohini, Kali kutki, Katuka Rogani.

Properties

• Rasa (Taste): Bitter
• Guna (Characteristics): Dry, Light
• Virya (Potency): Cool
• Vipaka (Post Digestive Effect): Pungent

Best Source:

North-Western Himalayan region from Kashmir to Kumaun and Nepal and Garhwal regions in India. It is found in Nepal, China, India, Pakistan and Bhutan.

As per ayurveda:

According to Ayurveda (Science of life) If Pitta (Fire) gets accumulated in the body then body & urine color gets changed to yellow. So by balancing the high Pitta (Fire) it helps to get regular color to the body and urine. Herbs with cooling properties help to pacify the high pitta (fire).

It helps to support healthy liver function. It also acts as a mild laxative & also helps in naturally cleansing the blood.

High quality extract and powders of ayurvedic herb from its natural habitat. Free from gluten, soya, dairy, binder, preservatives or artificial colors.

Composition:

High quality powder of ayurvedic herb from its natural habitat. Free from gluten, soya, dairy, binder, preservatives or artificial colors.

Best Use With:

• For healthy Body Temperature: The decoction of Kutki Powder with “Neem Powder” is useful to maintain normal body temperature.
• For healthy liver functions: Take 1 tsp of Kutki powder with an equal amount of Honey regularly.

Directions for Use:

Serving Size: Take 2 to 4 Gms (One-third to half teaspoon) 2 times a day Kutki Powder with water 1-2 hrs after meals. Take the first dose after breakfast. If you are mixing with other herbs, use Kutki proportionately or consult your healthcare provider.

Ayurvedic Lifestyle (Healthy Tips)

• Nutritional diet
• Yoga
• Morning walk
• Peaceful mind
• Restful sleep

Foods to Favor

• Fresh fruits [pomegranate, kiwi, grapes, papaya, pineapple]
• Green vegetables [cabbage, bottle gourd, beetroot, garlic, green peas]
• Pomegranate juice
• Green tea
• Honey
• Soup of black grams
• Lemon
• Curd
• Soup of green grams
• Food rich in bitter taste

Foods to Avoid 

• Fried heavy meal that take too much time for digestion
• Alcohol
• Rajma [kidney beans]
• Sea food
• Excessive acidic food
• Salty food
• Bakery products

Do’s

• Eat a high fibrous diet.
• Drink plenty of water.
• Choose organic food.
• Eat fresh leafy vegetables.

Don’t

• Avoid excessive sugary drinks or products.
• Avoid unnecessary stress or worries.
• Avoid packed food that contains oils.

Precautions

• Pregnant/Lactating women, children or any with Known pre-existing condition should take under the advice of a healthcare provider. Keep away from the reach of children.

Classical References

• Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India
• DravyaGuna Vigana
• Dhanwantri Nighantu\

SCIENTIFIC REFERENCES:

• Atal CK, Sharma ML, Kaul A, Khajuria A. Immunomodulating agents of plant origin. I: preliminary screening. J Ethnopharmacol 1986;18:133-141.
• Subedi BP. Plant profile: Kutki (Picrorhiza scrophulariiflora). Himalayan Bioresources 2000;4.
• Weinges K, Kloss P, Henkels WD. Natural products from medicinal plants. XVII. picroside-II, a new 6-vanilloylcatapol from Picrorhiza kuroa Royle and Benth. Justus Liebigs Ann Chem 1972;759:173-182.

Reference Classical or Govt. Approved Books

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