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Varahikand

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वाराही कंद – Kadu Kanda- Air potato
Gainthi, Dukar-Kand, Varahi, Aerial Yam

 

Dioscorea bulbifera

 

Varahikand (Tuber)

 

100gm

 

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Description

Varahikand are aphrodisiac, tonic, and used for treating sore throat, boils and swellings, dysentery, piles, ulcers, cough, leprosy, diabetes, asthma and syphilis. They are also used against tumor.

Health Benefits

  • Helps to Improve Appetite.
  • Supports to Promote Healthy Digestion.
  • Supports to Reduce Cholesterol level.
  • Supports to Improve insulin sensitivity.

Dosage 

  • Take 1 teaspoon powder twice a day or as directed by the ayurvedic practitioner.

1. Bhāvaprakāśa Nighaṇṭu – Varāhikanda: Dravya-paricaya

Sanskrit Śloka

वराहिकन्दो मधुरः गुरुर्बल्योऽतिवृष्यकः।
वातघ्नो बृंहणो ज्ञेयः शुक्रदौर्बल्यनाशनः॥

Meaning

Varāhikanda is sweet and heavy, highly strengthening and aphrodisiac; it pacifies Vāta, nourishes tissues, and alleviates seminal debility.

Table 1.Clinical Takeaway (Ayurvedic Perspective)

Aspect Description
Rasa Madhura
Guṇa Guru, Snigdha
Vīrya Uṣṇa
Vipāka Madhura
Karma Bṛṃhaṇa, Vṛṣya, Balya, Vātahara
Best Indications Seminal debility, infertility, weakness, Vāta disorders
Part Used Tuber (Kanda)
Classical Domain Vājīkaraṇa & Bṛṃhaṇa Cikitsā

Table 2. Summary of Classical Ayurvedic Actions (Sanskrit Karma)

Karma Meaning
बृंहण Tissue nourishing
बल्य Strength promoting
वृष्य Aphrodisiac
वातहर Pacifies Vāta
शोथहर Anti-inflammatory

Table 3. Doṣa Action vs Systems Biology Interpretation

Doṣa Action Biomedical Interpretation
Vāta-Śāmaka Neuromuscular support
Kapha-vardhana Anabolic nutrition
Ojas-vardhana Immunomodulation
Dhātu-puṣṭi Tissue regeneration

Table 4. Safety and Toxicology

Classical Warning Modern Correlate
Aśodhita use Toxicity risk (dioscorine)
Excess intake GI & neuro symptoms
Pregnancy Avoid internal use
Processing Mandatory Śodhana

Table 5. Dosage, Part Used, Indications, Best Time, and Therapeutic Benefits

Part Used Ayurvedic Dosage (Adults) Indication Best Time Therapeutic Benefits
Śodhita tuber powder 3–6 g/day Debility Morning Strength
Decoction 40–80 ml Inflammation Morning Anti-inflammatory
Capsule As directed Vitality After meals Bṛṃhaṇa
Dietary (processed) As advised Rasāyana Daytime Nourishment

6. Scientific Interpretation Summary

The Ayurvedic attributes of Varāhikanda—Madhura–Tikta Rasa, Guru–Snigdha Guṇa, Uṣṇa Vīrya, Madhura Vipāka, and Bṛṃhaṇa–Vṛṣya Karma—correlate with modern findings demonstrating steroidal-saponin–mediated anabolic, adaptogenic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory effects, while underscoring the necessity of proper detoxification.

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  • Certified Manufacturing Unit
  • Best Quality Raw Herbs Growing and collecting from local area.
  • Empowered by Numbers of Tribal Farmers in South Gujarat.

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  • Natural Products, No Artificial Flavours, Colors or Preservative.
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  • Ethically Sourced Organic Herbs.
  • Promoting and encouraging local Tribals to protect and growing important Herbs.

Take care

  • Store in a cool and dry place.
  • Avoid direct Sunlight.
  • Keep out of reach from Children.

Cautions

  • Food supplements must not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet.
  • If you are pregnant, lactating, taking medication, under medical supervision or under age of 18 it is advisable to consult a GP prior to taking any supplements.
  • Discontinue use and consult a GP if any adverse reactions occur.
  • Do not exceed stated dose.

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