Varun
Varun
Varun is a famous diuretic Ayurvedic herb. It is also a good blood purifier that helps to maintain homeostasis (healthy and a stable state of a living being).
Varun might help relieve constipation due to its laxative property as it loosen stools and promote bowel movement. It is also found to be useful in case of gout due to its anti-inflammatory property as it reduces joint pain and inflammation. Applying Varun leaves paste on abscess- affected area helps reduce the pain and inflammation.
According to Ayurveda, adding Varun powder along with honey to your daily diet helps improve appetite due to its Deepan (appetizer) property.
It is advisable to use Varun only under medical supervision if you are taking antihypertensive drugs due to its diuretic activity[2].
Varun might help relieve constipation due to its laxative property as it loosen stools and promote bowel movement. It is also found to be useful in case of gout due to its anti-inflammatory property as it reduces joint pain and inflammation. Applying Varun leaves paste on abscess- affected area helps reduce the pain and inflammation.
According to Ayurveda, adding Varun powder along with honey to your daily diet helps improve appetite due to its Deepan (appetizer) property.
It is advisable to use Varun only under medical supervision if you are taking antihypertensive drugs due to its diuretic activity[2].
What are the synonyms of Varun?
Crataeva nurvala, Baruna, Barna, Varana, Vayvarno, Varano, Varuna, Bipatri, Mattamavu, Neervalamara, Neermatalam, Vayavarna, Haravarna, Baryno, Barnahi, Maralingam, Bilvarani[1].
What is the source of Varun?
Plant Based
Benefits of Varun
1. Urolithiasis
Urolithiasis is the stone formed in the urinary tract. According to Ayurveda, it is considered as Mutrashmari. Mutrashmari (renal calculi) is a disease of Vata-Kapha origin which causes Sanga (obstruction) in the Mutravaha Srotas (urinary system). Urinary stones are classified on the basis of doshas as Vata, Pitta, Kapha and treatment is given accordingly. Varun is one of the herbs which helps to break renal calculi and reduce the size of the stone. This is because of its Asmaribhedan (penetration) property. Varun also helps to expel it out it because of its Mutral (diuretic) nature.
Tips:
a. Take ½-1 teaspoon Varun powder.
b. Have it with honey after taking food.
2. Urinary Tract Infection
Urinary tract infection is described under the broad term of Mutrakcchra in Ayurveda. Mutra means ooze and krichra mean painful. Thus, dysuria and painful urination are called as Mutrakcchra. In the case of urinary tract infection, Varun helps to control burning sensation. This is because of its Mutral (diuretic) effect. It increases urine flow and reduces the symptoms of UTI like burning sensation during urination.
Tips:
a. Take ½-1 teaspoon Varun powder.
b. Have it with honey after taking food.
3. Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a common cause of lower urinary tract symptoms in aging men. In Ayurveda, BPH is similar to Vatasthila. In this condition, aggravated Vata gets localized in between urinary bladder and rectum. This produces a dense fixed firm glandular swelling called Vatashtila or BPH. Taking Varun helps to balance Vata and control the size of the prostate gland. It also helps to reduce the symptoms like painful or frequent urination due to its Mutral (diuretic) nature.
Tips:
a. Take ½-1 teaspoon Varun powder.
b. Have it with honey after taking food.
4. Loss of appetite
Varun helps to improve appetite when it is made a part of the daily diet. In Ayurveda, loss of appetite is due to Agnimandya (weak digestion). It is caused by an aggravation of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha doshas leading to incomplete digestion of food. This causes insufficient secretion of gastric juice in the stomach resulting in loss of appetite. Varun stimulates digestion and improves appetite. This is due to its Deepan (appetizer) property.
Tips:
a. Take ½-1 teaspoon Varun powder.
b. Have it with honey after taking food.
Urolithiasis is the stone formed in the urinary tract. According to Ayurveda, it is considered as Mutrashmari. Mutrashmari (renal calculi) is a disease of Vata-Kapha origin which causes Sanga (obstruction) in the Mutravaha Srotas (urinary system). Urinary stones are classified on the basis of doshas as Vata, Pitta, Kapha and treatment is given accordingly. Varun is one of the herbs which helps to break renal calculi and reduce the size of the stone. This is because of its Asmaribhedan (penetration) property. Varun also helps to expel it out it because of its Mutral (diuretic) nature.
Tips:
a. Take ½-1 teaspoon Varun powder.
b. Have it with honey after taking food.
2. Urinary Tract Infection
Urinary tract infection is described under the broad term of Mutrakcchra in Ayurveda. Mutra means ooze and krichra mean painful. Thus, dysuria and painful urination are called as Mutrakcchra. In the case of urinary tract infection, Varun helps to control burning sensation. This is because of its Mutral (diuretic) effect. It increases urine flow and reduces the symptoms of UTI like burning sensation during urination.
Tips:
a. Take ½-1 teaspoon Varun powder.
b. Have it with honey after taking food.
3. Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a common cause of lower urinary tract symptoms in aging men. In Ayurveda, BPH is similar to Vatasthila. In this condition, aggravated Vata gets localized in between urinary bladder and rectum. This produces a dense fixed firm glandular swelling called Vatashtila or BPH. Taking Varun helps to balance Vata and control the size of the prostate gland. It also helps to reduce the symptoms like painful or frequent urination due to its Mutral (diuretic) nature.
Tips:
a. Take ½-1 teaspoon Varun powder.
b. Have it with honey after taking food.
4. Loss of appetite
Varun helps to improve appetite when it is made a part of the daily diet. In Ayurveda, loss of appetite is due to Agnimandya (weak digestion). It is caused by an aggravation of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha doshas leading to incomplete digestion of food. This causes insufficient secretion of gastric juice in the stomach resulting in loss of appetite. Varun stimulates digestion and improves appetite. This is due to its Deepan (appetizer) property.
Tips:
a. Take ½-1 teaspoon Varun powder.
b. Have it with honey after taking food.
Recommended Dosage of Varun
- Varun Powder - ½-1 teaspoon or as per your requirement.
- Varun Capsule - 1-2 capsules twice a day.
How to use Varun
1. Varun Capsule
a. Take 1-2 Varun Capsule.
b. Swallow with water twice a day.
c. Repeat daily to control urinary tract infection.
2. Varun Powder
a. Take ½-1 teaspoon Varun powder.
b. Have it with honey after taking food.
a. Take 1-2 Varun Capsule.
b. Swallow with water twice a day.
c. Repeat daily to control urinary tract infection.
2. Varun Powder
a. Take ½-1 teaspoon Varun powder.
b. Have it with honey after taking food.
Benefits of Varun
1. Wound healing
Vaun helps in quick healing of wound, decreases swelling and brings back the normal texture of the skin. This is due to its Ropan (healing) property.
Tips:
a. Take 1/2-1 teaspoon Varun bark powder.
b. Make a paste with coconut oil.
c. Apply on the affected area for quick healing of wound.
2. Anti-wrinkle
Wrinkles are due to aging, dry skin and lack of moisture. According to Ayurveda, it is due to an aggravated Vata. Varun helps in controlling wrinkles and increases moisture content in the skin because of its Snigdha (oily) nature. A paste of Varun bark, when used with honey can give you a glowing skin.
Tips:
a. Take 1/2-1 teaspoon Varun bark powder.
b. Make a paste with coconut oil.
c. Apply on the affected area to control wrinkle.
Vaun helps in quick healing of wound, decreases swelling and brings back the normal texture of the skin. This is due to its Ropan (healing) property.
Tips:
a. Take 1/2-1 teaspoon Varun bark powder.
b. Make a paste with coconut oil.
c. Apply on the affected area for quick healing of wound.
2. Anti-wrinkle
Wrinkles are due to aging, dry skin and lack of moisture. According to Ayurveda, it is due to an aggravated Vata. Varun helps in controlling wrinkles and increases moisture content in the skin because of its Snigdha (oily) nature. A paste of Varun bark, when used with honey can give you a glowing skin.
Tips:
a. Take 1/2-1 teaspoon Varun bark powder.
b. Make a paste with coconut oil.
c. Apply on the affected area to control wrinkle.
Precautions when using Varun
Patients with heart disease
Ayurvedic View
Use Varun only under medical supervision if you are taking antihypertensive drugs. This is due to the diuretic property of Varun.
Recommended Dosage of Varun
- Varun Powder - ½-1 teaspoon or as per your requirement.
How to use Varun
1. Varun Bark Powder
a. Take 1/2-1 teaspoon Varun bark powder.
b. Make a paste with coconut oil.
c. Apply on the affected area for quick wound healing.
a. Take 1/2-1 teaspoon Varun bark powder.
b. Make a paste with coconut oil.
c. Apply on the affected area for quick wound healing.
Frequently asked questions
Ayurvedic View
Taking Varun improves digestion and helps to digest the food easily. This is due to its Ushna (hot) nature.
Modern Science View
Yes, Varun may be useful in managing kidney stones. Varun contains a component that reduces the tendency of stone-formation in the kidneys. It also promotes the removal of kidney stones[3][4].
Modern Science View
Although enough scientific evidence is not available, in traditional medicine, Varun may be useful in managing benign prostate enlargement. It has anti-inflammatory property and it also improves flow of the urine[4-6].
Modern Science View
Although enough scientific evidence is not available, in traditional medicine, Varun may be useful in stimulating appetite. It also increases biliary secretions, which may be helpful in promoting digestion[6][7].
Modern Science View
Enough scientific evidence is available to support the role of Varuna Flower in nasal bleeding.
Modern Science View
Yes, Varuna helps relieve constipation due to its laxative property. It loosens stools and promotes bowel movement[8].
Ayurvedic View
Constipation is a condition which generally occurs due to weak or poor digestion. This leads to the formation and accumulation of toxins in the body in the form of Ama (toxin remains in the body due to incomplete digestion). Varuna helps to manage constipation due to its Deepan (appetizer) and Pachan (digestion) properties. It improves digestion and prevent the formation of toxins in the body.
Modern Science View
Yes, Varuna is useful in gout as it contains certain constituents which has anti-inflammatory properties. These constituents inhibits the activity of protein responsible for stimulating inflammation and manages pain and inflammation associated with gout[9].
Ayurvedic View
Yes, Varuna might be helpful in the condition of gout. According to Ayurveda Gout occurs due to an imbalance of Vata dosha and results in the inflammation or swelling in the affected area. Varuna helps to manage symptoms of gout like inflammation or swelling due to its Vata balancing and Sothhar (anti-inflammatory) properties.
Modern Science View
Although enough scientific evidence is not available to support the role of Varuna in blood disorders; however it might help in some blood disorders due to its blood purifying property[10].
Ayurvedic View
Yes, Varuna might be beneficial in blood disorders due to its Kashaya (astringent) property. It helps to purify the blood and prevents certain conditions that occur due to impure blood (like acne or boils on the skin).
Modern Science View
Yes, Varuna might help in abscess(collection of pus in body tissues) due to its blood purifying and anti inflammatory properties. A paste of Varun leaves or skin bark can be applied topically to manage the pain and inflammation related to abscess[6].
Ayurvedic View
Abscess is a condition which occurs due to an imbalance of Vata-Pitta dosha and result into inflammation and pus formation. Varuna helps to manage Abscess due to its Sothhar (anti-inflammatory), Kashaya (astringent) and Vata balancing properties. It reduces the symptoms like inflammation and prevent further occurrence of abscess.
Tips
1. Take 1/2-1 teaspoon Varun bark powder.
2. Make a paste with coconut oil.
3. Apply on the affected area for better results.
Tips
1. Take 1/2-1 teaspoon Varun bark powder.
2. Make a paste with coconut oil.
3. Apply on the affected area for better results.
References
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