Agatsya Herbal : Vidanga Churna

Acharya Charaka has delineated Vidanga as the best among the ‘Krimighna’ dravya ie herbs

that destructs the worms. It also acts as an Anti oxidant , Blood purifier and Rejuvenator.It is

called as ‘False black pepper’ as its external appearance mimics pepper.

Botanical name: Embelia ribes Burm. F.

Family: Myrsinaceae

Part used: Fruit

Rasa: Katu,Kashaya

Guna: Laghu, Ruksha, Tiksna

Veerya: Ushna

Vipaka: Katu

Balances Kapha and Vata doshas.

Vidanga benefits:

•  Is the best herb to treat worm infestation ; bacterial,fungal infestation
•  Treats impaired digestion
•  Useful in skin disorders
•  Useful in the management of Diabetes, Urinary disorders
•  Improves appetite,relieves abdominal pain and bloating,distension
•  Relieves Constipation.