Punarnava Powder

Punarnava, also known as hogweed and scientifically known as Boerhavia diffusa, is a highly esteemed Ayurvedic herb known for its potent rejuvenating and detoxifying properties. 

AyurRx Punarnava powder is a fine, natural supplement derived from the dried Punarnava plant. Known for its diuretic properties, Punarnava helps flush out toxins, reduce water retention, and manage conditions including edema and urinary tract infections. The herb has anti-inflammatory properties, which are effective in reducing joint pain and inflammation. Punarnava supports heart, kidney, liver, and joint health and aids in weight management. It helps balance the body's fluids and reduces bloating and discomfort.

Punarnava powder can help rejuvenate the body, promote detoxification, and support overall wellness. Mixing it with water or juice can easily incorporate it into your daily routine, offering a natural and holistic approach to maintaining health and vitality.

 Indications

1. Enhances overall health and vitality.
2. Support proper functioning of the heart, kidneys, and liver.
3. Helps reduce joint pain and inflammation and promote joint health.
4. Promotes healthy weight management.
5. Supports the healthy elimination of urine and comfortable fluid levels in the tissue.

Pharmacology

1. Diuretic: Drugs increase the passing of urine
2. Hepatoprotective: Protect liver cells
3. Anti-inflammatory: Inhibits inflammation
4. Renoprotective: Protect renal cells
5. Anti-diabetic: Helps reduce diabetes
6. Anti-bacterial: Helps treat bacterial infections
7. Immunomodulatory: Modifies the immune system's activity to help the body fight disease
8. Anti-stress: Reduce stress

Ingredients

Each package contains Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa) powder 4 Oz

Properties

• Rasa: Madhura(Sweet), Tikta(Bitter), Kashaya(Astringent)
• Guna: Laghu(Light), Ruksha(Dry)
• Veerya: Ushna(Hot)
• Vipaka: Madhura(Sweet)
• Effect on doshas: Tridosha Samaka

Dosage: 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon once or twice a day

Combination benefits

1. Punarnava powder, along with honey, helps improve reproductive health.
2. External application of Punarnava powder with mustard oil helps manage joint pain.

Contraindications: Punarnava is not recommended for those who are pregnant or nursing or for children under the age of 12.

Ayurvedic Description

Punarnava means “something that renews or replenishes the body” and is used in ancient medicine to rejuvenate the body. It has three distinct tastes—Madhura, Tikta, and Kashaya—and a sweet taste after digestion. It is light and dry in nature, has hot potency, and balances all three doshas. 

In Ayurveda, punarnava is known for its shothahara(reduces swelling) and diuretic action. It is useful in anemia, cardiac disorders, abdominal pain, joint pain, and inflammation. Punarnava improves taste and digestion, speeds up wound healing, and is useful in chest injury.

Climate & Region

Boerhavia diffusa is a perennial creeping weed, prostrate, or ascending herb with spreading branches up to 1 m long. 

In India, Punarnava is found in warmer parts of the country and up to 2,000 m altitude in the Himalayan region. It is commonly found abundantly in waste places, ditches, and marshy places during rains. The plant is also cultivated to some extent in West Bengal. It is also spread across various regions of Africa, North and South America, Myanmar, and China.