Description
Kadu (Kutki) is a rhizomes of the Picrrorhiza kurrea plant. Kadu is a powerful antioxidant plant having hepatoprotective activity due to its picrrorhizine. Kadu along with Kariyatu powder gives excellent result in chronic and acute fever, Diabetes and in body pain.
Kutki (Katuki) not only detoxifies the liver and blood, it simultaneously strengthens this vital organ while enhancing cellular growth and tissue regeneration. It is useful in serious conditions such as Hepatitis C and cirrhosis of the liver; but can also be utilized in the more common issues of sluggishness, toxic build-up, excessive heat, and inflammation.
Kutki, is a great option as an herbal antibiotic, Pitta pacifier, anti-inflammatory agent, detoxifier, and antimicrobial powerhouse. Kutki can also be used as a main herbal component to any weight-loss program as this bitter agent is great for increasing the digestive fire, promoting healthy elimination, and boosting the metabolism.
How to use Kutki:
- For Liver Health: Take 1/2 tsp. Kutki and 1/2 tsp. Chirayta with 1 Tbsp. Aloe Vera Juice and 1 tsp. honey. Take 3 times daily with meals.
- For Elevated Blood Sugar: Take 1/2 tsp. Kutki with 1/2 tsp. Chirayta and 1 tsp. each Amla and Turmeric. Mix in 1/4 cup of warm water and take before each meal.
- For Clear Skin: Take 1 tsp. Tikta Ghrita melted in 1/2 cup hot water. Take first thing each morning on an empty stomach. If available, add 1/4 tsp. Kutki and 1/4 tsp. Turmeric for added benefit.
- For Parasites: Take 1/2 tsp. Kutki with 1/2 tsp. Vidanga and 1/2 tsp. Indrajav mixed in 2 tsp. of honey. Take 2 times daily before meals.
- For Asthma and Allergies: Take 1/2 tsp. Turmeric, 1/2 tsp. Ginger and 1/4 tsp. of Kutki. Mix in raw, local honey and add 1/4 cup warm water. Take 3 times daily after meals.
- For Arthritis: Take 1/4 tsp. Kutki, 1/2 tsp Ginger and 1 tsp. of Castor Oil. Mix together with warm water and take before bed each night.
