There are twenty benefits of this beautiful plant herb, a little carelessness can cause big trouble…

New Delhi:- Ratanjot or 'Alakanna Tinctoria' is a medicinal herb which is known for its many medicinal properties. It is not only used especially in Ayurvedic medicine but is also used in many products related to skin and hair care. Not only this, due to its pain relieving and many other properties, it is included in many home remedies. But according to Ayurvedic doctors, it is very important to take precautions related to its use while using it because in some special conditions its use can also cause some problems.

What is Ratanjot: Dr. Manisha Kale, doctor of Arogyadham Ayurvedic Hospital, Mumbai, tells that Ratanjot is a medicinal herb which is used in many ways. This plant is mostly found in the Himalayan regions, from whose roots red colored oil is obtained. The fruits, leaves and roots of Ratnajot are used in Ayurvedic medicines, beauty products and as a natural dye for coloring hair and clothes.

Dr. Manisha Kale tells that Ratanjot is also mentioned in the Ayurvedic text 'Charaksamhita'. In which it is said that although Ratanjot has the tendency to increase phlegm, it also has many benefits for health, provided it is used in the right way and in the right quantity. It is noteworthy that Ratanjot has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-viral and antioxidant properties. Besides, chemicals like naphtha quinone, flavonoids, alkenin and shikonin are also found in it.

Uses of Ratanjot: It is noteworthy that the powder and oil made from its root is used in many skin and hair care products, pain relieving oils, cosmetics and some Ayurvedic medicines. Apart from this, it is also used in some special types of food to enhance the color of the food. But it should be used in food in very small quantities. Otherwise, not only can the taste of food get spoiled but it can also cause many other problems. Apart from this, it is used as herbal dye for hair and clothes.

Benefits of Ratanjot: Doctor Dr. Manisha Kale says that using it in controlled quantity and with all precautions can provide many health benefits from Ratanjot. Some of which are as follows.

Ratanjot oil is rich in antiseptic properties, making it useful in treating minor wounds, irritation and itching on the skin.

It is also used in medicines and products to prevent hair fall and make them black and thick. It strengthens the hair roots and is helpful in getting rid of problems like dandruff.

Ayurvedic use of Ratanjot is used to purify the blood. It is considered helpful in removing toxic elements from the body and making the skin healthy.

Antioxidant properties are present in it, hence it is helpful in strengthening the immunity and is used in Ayurvedic medicines given for some problems related to cold and allergy.

Applying mixed oil of Ratanjot on the forehead can provide relief from problems like headache, insomnia and depression. Rubbing this oil on the forehead and smelling it can also provide relief in these problems.

Ratanjot has anti-inflammatory properties, which is helpful in reducing pain and swelling. If there is a wound or pain on the external skin like hands, legs, stomach and chest or there is a problem of joint pain, then grinding its leaves and applying it on the painful area or using its oil directly provides instant relief. But it should not be used directly on internal organs. For example, if the pain is in the gums or teeth, then applying its oil or juice of its leaves on the area outside the face where the pain is occurring can provide relief from the pain.

In Ayurveda and Naturopathy, Ratanjot root oils are also used to cure fever and provide relief from body pain. Massaging thoroughly with Ratanjot oil provides great relief from fever and body pain.

Precautions related to use: Dr Manisha Kale says that Ratanjot should be used with great caution. Although Ratanjot oil or leaf juice can be applied directly on the wound to treat minor wounds, burns and pain on the outer skin, but if it is being used in skin and hair care, then its oil Use should never be used directly on the skin. Not only this, in some special situations its use and consumption should be completely avoided. Some of which are as follows.

It should not be used by lactating women and also during pregnancy.

People with more sensitive skin should avoid using it in the form of cream, medicine or dye or should use it only after testing it on the skin.

People who are allergic to herbs should also avoid using Ratanjot.

Apart from this, it should not be consumed in the form of medicine or decoction without medical advice or lack of information because its use in excessive quantity or in the wrong way can cause many problems.

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