How does Andrographis paniculata help to fight common cold, improve immunity and provide many other benefits?

Andrographis paniculata is a common herb plant found through out the world but more commonly used in India for various kinds of health treatments. This is largely used in various herbal and ayurvedic medicines where it has been successful in treating various problems. The Indian Name of the Andrographis paniculata is Kalmegh. The Botanical Name is Andrographis Paniculata. It has many other names also like Kalmegh, Andrographis, Kiryat, senshinren, kirata. It grows largely in India and grows in sunny and moist places mainly in Assam and Himachal Pradesh.

Andrographis paniculata improves immunity

The Andrographis paniculata is an herb which is also known as a common called 'Alui'. This medicine is given to infants to fight cold and cough. The Andrographis paniculata has been used widely in India for centuries by various Ayurvedic practitioners. The roots and leaves of Andrographis paniculata help to treat various digestion related problems and also the complex ones like hepatitis. The Chinese have used the Andrographis paniculata for treating various kinds of gastrointestinal problems and also throat infections. There have been arguments that the Andrographis paniculata has a direct antimicrobial activity. But the various tests and clinical experiments have proved that the Andrographis paniculata has no such activity and it is an herb that stimulates the immune system.

Like many herbs the Andrographis paniculata also has the unique property of fighting bacteria. It helps the body to fight bacteria and its related diseases also. The Andrographis paniculata has less anti bacteria properties compared to most herbs but it does have the best effect in fighting and reducing the effects of diarrhea and various other problems that arise from similar bacterial infections. The Andrographis paniculata also has expectorant elements which help in promoting the mucus discharge. The mucus is very dominant in the respiratory system and leads to chronic diseases when not treated on time. By reducing the mucus discharge the Andrographis paniculata helps to get rid of cough thus clearing the throat and respiratory organs and enhance easy breathing.

Uses of Andrographis paniculata

The plant Andrographis paniculata helps to promote and improve digestion. The chemical and elements in the roots and leaves of the plant help to improve over all digestion. The Andrographis paniculata is a Hepato-protective plant. This means that the Andrographis paniculata helps to protect our liver and gall bladder. The Andrographis paniculata is also has vermicide properties, which means that the intake of this herb helps to kill various kinds of intestine worms and also aid in the normal functioning of the intestine.

Andrographis paniculata and its anti-inflammatory properties

The Andrographis paniculata has anti-acne properties and benefits. It helps to reduce pimples and also helps in preventing pimples to reoccur. The juice of the Andrographis paniculata can be had and also be applied directly on the affected area. The Andrographis paniculata is an Analgesic plant. The Andrographis paniculata helps in curbing pain and acts as a pain killer. The anti-inflammatory properties of the Andrographis paniculata help to reduce the swelling in various body parts and also in cutting down the exudation from capillaries.

Other benefits ofAndrographis paniculata

The Andrographis paniculata helps to reduce the blood sugar level in our body thus making it and ideal choice for diabetic patients. It also helps to improve and enhance our immune system which helps to fight various kinds of diseases and also relief from common ailments like cough and cold. The Andrographis paniculata has laxative properties which help in bowel elimination and clearing the stomach from various kinds of problems like constipation. This herb also acts as a sedative. It is a very soothing herb, and though it has mild sedative properties it does help the body to relax from various kinds of pains and swelling problems.

The Andrographis paniculata is a herb which has amazing healing and curing properties. Though the herb is also available in various medicated form it can be easily found in herbal stores for a natural remedy. The medicated form should not be taken without permission from a doctor as that form may have side effects. Most of these herbs do not have side effects when taken in their natural forms and limited quantity as too much of any thing can be harmful.