Shankhpushpi goes by the botanical name Convolvulus Pluricaulis. It carries numerous health benefits and has been used in Ayurveda for centuries. It is also called morning glory because it blooms early in the morning. Apart from acting as a memory booster, Shankhapushpi also plays a major role in the treatment of diseases. In Ayurveda, it is used as a medicine for all three doshas — Pitta, Vatta and Kapha doshas. This medicinal herb has specific arrowhead-shaped leaves and bulb-shaped blue or white flowers. It brings good fortune and health. It is believed that the milky-white flowered plant is extremely beneficial for treating a host of ailments and increasing one’s lifespan. Let us take a look at some of the health benefits of this medicinal herb.
Boon for heart: One of the prime advantages of this medicinal herb is that it reduces high blood pressure quickly, as per a report published in NCBI. It also treats many types of heart-related diseases. The presence of Ethanoic acid in Shankhapushpi reduces fatty acids in the body. This greatly reduces the risk of heart attacks, strokes, heart block and blood clots in arteries.
Tonic for brain: Research has proved that the Shankhapushpi is used for the sharpening of the brain. It contains antioxidants and flavonoid compounds which stimulate the central nervous system. This helps in increasing the cognitive ability of the brain. It also plays a big role in removing mental fatigue from our brain. That means Shankhapushpi works as a tonic for the heart as well as the brain due to the composition of the important nutrients in its flower.
Smooth Skin: Shankhapushpi is a very powerful tool in fighting skin infections. Shankhapushpi contains many types of antioxidants which remove free radicals from the skin. Hence, consumption of Shankhapushpi is beneficial in diseases like ringworm, scabies, itching, eczema, sunburn, and psoriasis.
Shankhapushpi is also useful in the treatment and prevention of other diseases like ulcers, epilepsy and diabetes.
