Benefits of Chiretta (Swertia)

Chiretta Plant

Chiretta (Swertia) 

is a plant that is native to South Asian countries such as India and Sri Lanka. The leaf and underground stem are used to make medicine. It has a bitter taste and is greatly valued in both Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine. Here are some ways that Chiretta can be used as a natural remedy.

Swertia chiretta, or Andrographis paniculata, or Chiraita as it is acknowledged in India, is an herb that is fetching better recognition by Western herbal practitioners. It is traditionally used to stimulate digestion and liver activity. It is also known to help with

infections. The entire plant is used in remedies. It is known to be an anti-inflammatory, bitter tonic, immune system stimulant, and it protects the liver.

The herb Chiretta has a unusual therapeutic profile. Not only does it support and strengthen the liver, it also stimulates the immune system. This herb will protect your liver from infection and damage from toxic substances in your body. It will also make your body more able to fight off and oppose infections. This is especially true of viral infections. For this reason, it is used mostly as an immune system enhancer by Western practitioners.

In the past, Chiretta has mostly been used to help liver problems. But, lately, its immune-enhancing properties have begun to make it a key remedy against many types of infections. These can include upper respiratory infections such as colds and influenza. There have been several clinical trials that have shows that chiretta can reduce the symptoms and even hasten recovery in people who suffer from sinusitis, colds and throat infections. These studies have shown that chiretta is as effective as paracetemol for relieve the symptoms of flu and fever. It will work best if it is taken for several days.

This herbal remedy is also very helpful to those suffering from gastrointestinal problems. It will work for such disorders as food poisoning, gastroenteritis, and diarrhea. If you are taking chiretta for liver disorders, it is best to consult with your doctor or another professional. You can take this herb with milk thistle for liver problems, as they work well together.

Be careful not to take too much of this herb. It is possible that it will cause digestive discomfort. Do not take chiretta if you are pregnant or nursing.

The natural remedy chiretta has been used for a very long time in Eastern medicine. It also become well known by Western herbalists in recent years. If you choose to take chiretta for any reason, please be sure to consult with your physician before starting. You do not want it to counteract any other medicines you are currently taking.

Using natural medicines is a good way to take control of your health. Just be careful and research the medicines you use. If you have any doubt, your doctor or pharmacist should be able to help you.

How to use Chiretta(Swertia chiretta)

Swertia chiretta, which is extremely bitter to taste, is best used as a tincture. However, chiretta is also available in tea form. Chiraita also forms an ingredient in the imported Chinese patent medication Tian Xian. In India, dried Chiraita is soaked overnight in water (about ½ cup) then the filtered water is taken empty stomach in the morning.

Here is a word of caution. People who are suffering from any kind of gastric or duodenal ulcers should not use this herbal medication as it promotes the secretion of gastric juices.

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