Yeshtamadhu

Name: Yeshtamadhu Powder
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Also known as Mulethi or Licorice. The word ‘Yeshta’ infers to ‘wood’ and ‘Madhu’ means ‘honey’, together making it ‘honey-like wood’. Apart from its plethora of curative benefits, this root is quite popular in Middle Eastern and Asian cooking. For decades, the root powder has been used as a flavouring agent in candies and sweets.

Benefits

Of Yeshtamadhu Classical Ayurvedic Powder

Promotes Digestion

Yeshtamadhu is an excellent digestive herb. The anti-flatulent property of the roots reduces the formation of gas in the alimentary canal, thus reducing flatulence, bloating and abdominal distension. It also increases appetite, reduces indigestion and promotes better absorption of nutrients in the body higher concentration of fibre in the root powder, makes this a potent remedy for constipation and other digestive issues.

Remedies Respiratory Troubles

Yeshtamadhu is considered to be a one-shot remedy for all sorts of respiratory troubles. Having powerful anti-inflammatory, anti-biotic, and anti-asthmatic properties, licorice plays a pivotal role in treating the common cold, cough and flu symptoms. It also thins and slackens phlegm deposits within the chest and nasal cavities and hence eases breathing and helps the body to get rid of mucus.

Treats Gastritis

The potent anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties of glycyrrhizic acid present in Yeshtamadhu help suppress the toxic bacteria. In the case of food poisoning, stomach ulcer or heartburn, the root powder soothes the stomach lining and restores the balance.

Aids In Weight Loss

The abundance of flavonoids in Yeshtamadhu powder, helps the body shed excess weight faster. Being loaded with fibre and essential nutrients, when taken regularly, Yeshtamadhu satiates the hunger pangs and prevents overeating and hence can play a pivotal role in one’s weight loss regimen.

Manages High Cholesterol

Touted as a rejuvenative cardio-tonic root, Yeshtamadhu efficiently diminishes the levels of bad cholesterol and triglycerides in the body, prevents the deposition of plaque in the blood vessels and also deters atherosclerosis.

Managing Diabetes

Yeshtamadhu powder contains a potent phytoestrogenic compound called glabridin which not only imparts the sweet taste to the root but also plays a crucial role in assuaging the blood sugar levels of the body. The production of insulin from the β-pancreatic cells becomes active in the consumption of Yeshtamadhu powder. Adequate dosage of the powder also helps to reduce the breakdown of starch into glucose and hence manage diabetes.