Vijaysar
Vijaysar
Vijaysar is widely used in Ayurveda as a “Rasayana”(rejuvenating) herb. The bark of Vijaysar has significant importance in Ayurveda in managing “Diabetes” and is also known as “The miracle cure for Diabetes”. It has a bitter and astringent taste and possesses antibiotic, hypoglycemic, astringent, antidiarrheal and anti-hemorrhagic properties. It is also useful in the management of boils, sores, elephantiasis, leucoderma, diarrhea, dysentery, rectalgia (pain in anus or rectum), cough and graying of hair[1-3].
What are the synonyms of Vijaysar?
Pterocarpus marsupium, Indian kino tree, Malabar kino, Bijasar, Asan, Bijaka, Asanaka, Aajar, Piyasala, Pitasala, Asana, Lal Chandeur, Venga, Bibala, Piashala, Chandan Lal, Channanlal, Vengai, Yegi, Vegisa, Beejak, Peetsaar, Priyak, Sarjak
What is the source of Vijaysar?
Plant Based
Benefits of Vijaysar
1. Diabetes
According to Ayurveda, Vijayasar is good for managing high sugar level by improving the metabolism due to its Tikta (bitter) and Kapha-Pitta balancing properties.
2. Diabetes complications
Vijayasar also helps manage diabetic related symptoms like frequent urination, excessive thirst, fatigue and overeating due to its Kashaya (astringent) property.
3. Bleeding disorder
Vijayasar helps control bleeding disorders due to its Pitta pacifying and Kashaya (astringent) properties.
4. Obesity
Vijayasar helps reduce fat, eliminate toxins from the body and improve metabolism due to its Kapha or Ama (toxic remains in the body due to improper digestion) reducing properties.
5. Gastrointestinal disorders
Vijayasar shows good result in irritable bowel syndrome, diarrhea, and indigestion due to its Ama (toxic remains in the body due to improper digestion) reducing and Kashaya (astringent) properties.
According to Ayurveda, Vijayasar is good for managing high sugar level by improving the metabolism due to its Tikta (bitter) and Kapha-Pitta balancing properties.
2. Diabetes complications
Vijayasar also helps manage diabetic related symptoms like frequent urination, excessive thirst, fatigue and overeating due to its Kashaya (astringent) property.
3. Bleeding disorder
Vijayasar helps control bleeding disorders due to its Pitta pacifying and Kashaya (astringent) properties.
4. Obesity
Vijayasar helps reduce fat, eliminate toxins from the body and improve metabolism due to its Kapha or Ama (toxic remains in the body due to improper digestion) reducing properties.
5. Gastrointestinal disorders
Vijayasar shows good result in irritable bowel syndrome, diarrhea, and indigestion due to its Ama (toxic remains in the body due to improper digestion) reducing and Kashaya (astringent) properties.
Precautions when using Vijaysar
Advice from Experts
Ayurvedic View
Use Vijaysar in small amounts if you have constipation because it makes constipation worse due to its Kashaya property.
Breastfeeding
Ayurvedic View
Consult your doctor while taking Vijaysar during breastfeeding.
Patients with diabetes
Ayurvedic View
Vijaysar may interfere with blood sugar levels. So it is generally advisable to monitor your blood sugar level while taking Vijaysar along with antidiabetic medicines.
Pregnancy
Ayurvedic View
Consult your doctor while taking Vijaysar during pregnancy.
Recommended Dosage of Vijaysar
- Vijaysar Churna - ¼-½ teaspoon twice a day.
- Vijaysar Capsule - 1-2 capsules twice a day.
How to use Vijaysar
1. Vijaysar Churna
a. Take ¼-½ teaspoon of Vijaysar churna.
b. Swallow it with lukewarm water twice a day preferably before meals.
2. Vijaysar Capsule
a. Take 1-2 Vijaysar capsules.
b. Swallow it with lukewarm water twice a day preferably before meals.
3. Vijaysar Glass Tumbler
a. Put the water into the Vijaysar tumbler at night.
b. Let that water sit in the tumbler for 8-10 hours.
c. The water will turn brown in color.
d. Drink this brown colored water on an empty stomach in the morning to manage diabetes.
a. Take ¼-½ teaspoon of Vijaysar churna.
b. Swallow it with lukewarm water twice a day preferably before meals.
2. Vijaysar Capsule
a. Take 1-2 Vijaysar capsules.
b. Swallow it with lukewarm water twice a day preferably before meals.
3. Vijaysar Glass Tumbler
a. Put the water into the Vijaysar tumbler at night.
b. Let that water sit in the tumbler for 8-10 hours.
c. The water will turn brown in color.
d. Drink this brown colored water on an empty stomach in the morning to manage diabetes.
Benefits of Vijaysar
1. Skin Infection
Vijaysar has an excellent effect on inflammation, swelling and any type of skin infections due to its Kashaya (astringent) property.
2. Wound
Vijaysar also gives relief from pain and swelling in case of wound due to its cold potency.
3. Toothache
Vijaysar bark can be used for managing toothaches due to its Kashaya (astringent) effects.
4. Premature Hair Greying
Vijayasar helps control premature hair greying due to its Pitta balancing and Kashaya (astringent) properties.
Vijaysar has an excellent effect on inflammation, swelling and any type of skin infections due to its Kashaya (astringent) property.
2. Wound
Vijaysar also gives relief from pain and swelling in case of wound due to its cold potency.
3. Toothache
Vijaysar bark can be used for managing toothaches due to its Kashaya (astringent) effects.
4. Premature Hair Greying
Vijayasar helps control premature hair greying due to its Pitta balancing and Kashaya (astringent) properties.
Precautions when using Vijaysar
Allergy
Ayurvedic View
Use Vijaysar leaves juice or Vijaysar powder with coconut oil or rose water if your skin is hypersensitive.
Recommended Dosage of Vijaysar
- Vijaysar Juice - 1-2 teaspoon or as per your requirement.
- Vijaysar Paste - ¼-½ teaspoon or as per your requirement.
- Vijaysar Powder - ½-1 teaspoon or as per your requirement.
How to use Vijaysar
1. Vijaysar Powder
a. Take ½-1 teaspoon of Vijaysar powder.
b. Mix it with water to form a paste and apply evenly on the affected area.
c. Let it sit for 5-7 minutes.
d. Wash thoroughly with tap water.
e. Use this remedy 1-2 times a week to control inflammation and swelling.
2. Vijaysar Leaves Juice
a. Take 1-2 teaspoon of Vijaysar leaves juice.
b. Mix it with honey and apply evenly on the affected area.
c. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
d. Wash thoroughly with fresh water.
e. Use this remedy 1-2 times a day for faster wound healing.
a. Take ½-1 teaspoon of Vijaysar powder.
b. Mix it with water to form a paste and apply evenly on the affected area.
c. Let it sit for 5-7 minutes.
d. Wash thoroughly with tap water.
e. Use this remedy 1-2 times a week to control inflammation and swelling.
2. Vijaysar Leaves Juice
a. Take 1-2 teaspoon of Vijaysar leaves juice.
b. Mix it with honey and apply evenly on the affected area.
c. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
d. Wash thoroughly with fresh water.
e. Use this remedy 1-2 times a day for faster wound healing.
Frequently asked questions
Modern Science View
Vijaysar is considered as a rich source of phenolic compounds, alkaloids, tannins, proteins, liquiritigenin and isoliquiritigenin. These constituents are responsible for its anti hypoglycaemic, antidiarrheal and anti-hemorrhagic properties.
Modern Science View
The shelf life of Vijaysar wood is approximately 3 years.
Modern Science View
The price of Vijaysar wood ranges from Rs. 150-700.
Modern Science View
No, there is no need to stop your prescribed medications or adjust the dosage. You can use this tumbler as an adjuvant to your daily life. However, it is advisable to monitor your blood sugar level regularly.
Modern Science View
Yes, drinking water in Vijaysar wood tumbler is good for managing diabetes[4].
Modern Science View
Vijaysar has anti-diarrhea activity and helps manage symptoms of diarrhea. One of the studies state that the heartwood extract of Vijaysar significantly reduced the frequency and severity of diarrhea due to the presence of flavonoids[5].
Modern Science View
Yes, drinking water from Vijaysar wood tumbler might help manage diabetes. Vijaysar is considered to have anti-diabetic property due to the presence of flavanoids. Studies state that epicatechin, a flavonoid isolated from the bark of Vijaysar helps to improve insulin level as well as protects and regenerates β-cells involved in insulin production[6].
Tips:
1. Keep water in the tumbler of Vijaysar overnight.
2. You can drink the water the next day.
3. The tumbler might turn the color of water into reddish brown but will be neutral in taste.
4. In case you are on anti-diabetes drugs, examine your blood sugar levels regularly as Vijaysar might lower the blood sugar levels drastically.
Tips:
1. Keep water in the tumbler of Vijaysar overnight.
2. You can drink the water the next day.
3. The tumbler might turn the color of water into reddish brown but will be neutral in taste.
4. In case you are on anti-diabetes drugs, examine your blood sugar levels regularly as Vijaysar might lower the blood sugar levels drastically.
Modern Science View
Although the exact mechanism of action is not know, one of the researches state that Vijaysar might help manage skin disorders like leucoderma[7].
References
- Tiwari M, Manik Sharma, Khare HN.Chemical constituents and medicinal uses of Pterocarpus Marsupium Roxb.Flora and Fauna.2015;21(1):55-59.
- Devgun M, Nanda A, Ansari SH.Pterocarpus marsupium Roxb: A comprehensive review.Pharmacognosy Review.2009;3(6):359-363.
- Vikaspedia. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India initiative.2018.
- Halagappa K, Girish HN, Srinivasan BP.The study of aqueous extract of Pterocarpus marsupium Roxb. on cytokine TNF-α in type 2 diabetic rats.Indian J Pharmacol. 2010;42(6):392–396.
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