. In Ayurveda this is known as the “Queen Of Herbs”. It helps improve stamina, energy, endurance, metabolism and immunity. This is the most important herb for women in the Ayurvedic herbal supplement.
NUTRITIONAL VALUE OF SHATAVARI:
Shatavari has phytoestrogens. Phytoestrogens are any plant compound structurally or functionally similar to ovarian and placental estrogens and their active metabolites. Shatavari is an adaptogen, Adaptogen is a group of plant drugs which improve defense mechanisms of the body.
Shatavari promote physical and mental health as well as provide strength and long life. It is loaded with antioxidants. It is also a great source of phytochemicals. Different phytochemicals present in Shatavari include:
- Steroidal saponins known as Shatavarins
- Alkaloids
- Oligosaccharides
- Mucilage
- Isoflavones
- Flavonoids such as Quercetin and Rutin present in Shatavari fruits and flowers.
- Sterols such as Sitosterol present in shatavari roots.
- It has Potassium, Vitamin C
There are various minerals present abundantly in shatavari roots such as copper, manganese, zinc, calcium, magnesium, selenium and potassium. It contains vitamins such as Vitamin A and Ascorbic acid. Shatavari contains essential fatty acids such as gamma-linolenic acid. Gamma-linolenic acid is very beneficial for the treatment of arthritis, diabetes mellitus, high cholesterol levels, heart disease and depression.
Uses Of Shatavari For a Female:
Shatavari supports women through every stage of their lives. That’s the reason it is called the “Queen Of Herbs”. Out of many uses some of the uses of Shatavari are;
- Shatavri has been used to treat conditions related to Hormone Balance i-e PCOS, Infertility.
- Strengthens organs of female reproductive system. Also helps improving Female Infertility by improving quality of eggs and enhances maturation of the follicles to eggs. Those females who are trying to conceive should use shatavari daily. This herb is blessing for infertile women.
- Helps women in hormonal balance, especially Estrogen level balance. Shatavri plays a role in production of ESTROGEN which in turn can help increasing level of LH, or hormone responsible for ovulation. The main constituents of Shatavari are steroidal saponins that suggest its use as an estrogen regulator. It will increase the level of estrogen in the body if it’s low. Will decrease the level of estrogen in the body if it’s high. It is a rich source of plant based Estrogen.
- You can use Shatavari in 3rd trimester of pregnancy in a recommended dose. You should take it post pregnancy as it helps in maintaining healthy levels of breast milk production, proves to be beneficial in feeding/nursing mothers, as it increases Production of PROLACTIN
- Treats Rheumatism. Its is an excellent anti inflammatory
- It’s soothing, nourishing, nature makes it one of the best ADAPTOGEN. Improve sleep quality (calming affect)
- Reduce symptoms of Menopause. Helps with Pre menstrual syndrome (PMS). Reduce facial hair and hormonal acne, fights hot flashes, mood swings, low energy. Relieves pain during menstruation. Reduce mood swings and tiredness.
- Can help with weight loss
- Helps in abnormal or prolonged bleeding. Regulates periods, prevent scanty periods or high bleeding. May be used to reduce leucorrhoea – white discharge
- Sahatvari helps in breast growth and breast enlargement. Also Increase LIBIDO in females.
Other Benefits:
Shatavari is high in antioxidants, reduce free radicals, oxidative stress and boost immunity. Its very beneficial for mental health as it is antidepressant. Cure gastric problem as it is anti ulcer, improves bowel movements. Manage diabetes. Also helps in diabetic neuropathy as well. Also moisturize respiratory tract. Shatavari is rich in GLUTAMINE, Vit K, Vit A, Folate.
SHATAVARI-A Queen Of Herbs is absolutely safe for long term use. It is antidepressant and has anti-inflammatory properties as well. Shatavari enhances memory and protects against amnesia.
SKIN:
Shatavari is beneficial for skin health and elasticity.
- Shatavari helps to maintain skin elasticity, supports Collagen production
- Shatavri can help to achieve a more radiant complexion. It contains Saponins which can gently exfoliate the skin. This helps in removing dead cells and promoting cell turnover. It’s powder/capsule can help you get a bright and even toned skin.
- Reduce wrinkle formation on skin. Also provides moisturizing properties moisturizing properties to skin, prevent Premature aging.
- Slow down aging, proves to have antiaging properties.
HAIR:
SHATAVRI has several chemical compounds that help enhance the quality of hair in multiple ways. It helps the body to deal with stress which in turn strengthens hair roots and promotes hair shine and lustre .
Uses Of Shatavari For a Male:
Shatavari is also supportive of male reproductive system as well.It is aphrodisiac. It also increases sperm growth, sperm quality, sperm count and improves male libido as well.
Drawback Of Shatavari:
Shatavari is a safe herb full of benefits. It can only further aggravate Estrogen Dominance., if your estrogen level has already been increased. If you are allergic to asparagus, do not use shatavari.
