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Chopchini Health Benefits: Chopchini, also known as Smilax China, is an important medicine in Ayurveda. It is beneficial in uric acid, acne and joint pain. Pregnant women should be careful.
One of the 39 special species of India, know the surprising benefits of Chopchini.
Highlights
- Chopchini is an important medicine in Ayurveda.
- It is beneficial in uric acid, acne and joint pain.
- Pregnant women should consume chopchini carefully.
Chopchini health benefits: There are many such herbs in Ayurveda which are considered useful in removing many problems from the body. One such herb is Chopchini/Chobchi. Its root powder is used in Ayurvedic medicines. The effect is hot, so special precautions should be taken while consuming. According to the Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India, there are about 262 different species in the world, while India have 39 species. Out of 39, Smilax Turban, first came in the beginning of the 20th century. The plant is found in China, Korea, Taiwan, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, Myanmar and India.
Chopchini is also known as ‘China root’ (Chinese root). Its scientific name is Smilax China. It is a perennial plant which is a native of East Asia and has a long history of its use in traditional medicine. Chobchini belongs to the smillacsey family, which helps to purify the blood, eliminate harmful substances, treat inflammatory diseases.
According to a report by the Neshanal Library of Medicon, the extracts of the chopchini root contain elements such as Quacratin, Reventrol and Oxerevemaratrol. Which are useful for curing acne. Chopchini oil is also effective in relieving joint pain.
Chopchini has been mentioned as an important medicine in Charak Samhita. It is included in the Charaka Samhita as leprosy Mahakashaya (group of herbs curing skin diseases). Because the effect is hot, pregnant women and people struggling with stomach problems should take special care. One should not consume without medical consultation.
