Bamboo helps fight baldness
March 2011
Many think that bamboo helps only in the construction and paper
industries. But what many do not know is that bamboo has a number of
medicinal properties too.
Apart from it being a well known medicinal curative
for stomach problems, which incidentally even animals know, bamboo
helps in the regeneration of hair on the scalp. It is indeed a boon
for those going bald.
Bamboo has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries.
It is also used in Ayurvedic and Unani preparations. Bamboo is used
for a number of ailments ranging from simple tooth problems to
venereal diseases like gonorrhea. It has been found to increase
sperm count and reduce infertility.
Studies have shown that bamboo contains a number of
minerals and vitamins. Ayurvedic and Unani doctors often prescribe
bamboo, especially Bambusa arundinacea, for tuberculosis, leprosy
and internal bleeding.
Bamboo leaves, tender shoots and the roots are used in herbal
formulations. A sugary substance called manna obtained from bamboo
is also useful. Bamboo churna is readily available in herbal stores.
Home Remedies
* Those suffering from hair loss and baldness may try bamboo root
ash and jasmine oil. Take the bamboo root, wash it with water, dry
it and obtain its bhasma by burning it. Filter the bhasma and keep
the mix in a clean, dry bottle.
Take a small quantity of bamboo root ash and mix it
with a tablespoon of jasmine flower oil. Gently rub it against the
scalp. This promotes hair growth and prevents hair fall.
* Manna obtained from bamboo, if taken in a small quantity, will
help in increasing sperm count.
* Bamboo root ash can be used as a natural tooth
powder.
* Those suffering from indigestion may try
bamboo shoot juice. Even fresh bamboo leaves are good for fighting
stomach ailments. Animals too often eat grass to get rid of
hairballs from their stomach.
* Decoction obtained from bamboo leaves helps to control diarrhoea
and fight parasites in the digestive tract.
Note: Those allergic to certain herbs should avoid them
Disclaimer: Consult a professional before trying herbal formulations
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