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Asafoetida is a traditional medicine that helps to control the digestive system, control gas, abdominal pain, cough, asthma, and blood sugar. Its scientific name is Ferula Asafoetida.

Asafoetida has been traditionally used to treat many diseases.
Highlights
- The treasure of health is hidden in a pinch of asafoetida.
- Asafoetida is beneficial in everyone in gas, pain and indigestion.
- The asafetida of grandmother and grandmother is now accepting science as well.
Whenever there is talk of home remedies or traditional medicines, asafetida is first taken. It is considered not only to enhance the taste of food, but also to overcome many types of physical problems. Even a small amount of asafoetida can have a profound effect on our body, especially in stomach problems. Asafoetida contains natural medicinal elements that help improve the digestive system. It is considered effective for problems like indigestion, gas, stomach pain and swelling. Asafoetida was always present in the kitchen of grandmother and grandmother like a “panacea medicine”, and even today its benefits are equally effective.
Asafoetida is also like a boon for those who do not feel hungry or have difficulty in digesting food. Not only this, its use is also beneficial in toothache. According to a home remedy, if a little camphor is mixed in asafetida and applied on the tooth with pain, then there is relief in pain. Similarly, in ear pain, cooking asafetida in sesame oil and putting a few drops of that oil in the ear is beneficial. If you put a little asafetida in daily lentils, curry or vegetables, then the food is not only delicious, but also digested easily. Research has also shown that asafoetida helps in increasing the production of insulin in the body, which keeps the blood sugar level under control.
Asafoetida is a particular element virgin, which helps to keep the blood thinner and prevent freezing. This controls blood pressure and the level of cholesterol and triglyceride is also in balance. Consumption of this can prevent stomach gas, stomach pain and even cells that increase cancer. Consuming asafetida for women after delivery is helpful in uterine cleaning and digestive improvement. In the event of migraine or headache, drinking a pinch of asafetida mixed with half a cup of water provides a lot of relief. However, young children or people suffering from allergies must consult a doctor before consuming it.
Vividha Singh is a journalist in News18 Hindi (News18). He has a Bachelor and Masters degree in journalism from Delhi University. She has been working in the field of journalism for 3 years. Currently News 18 …Read more
Vividha Singh is a journalist in News18 Hindi (News18). He has a Bachelor and Masters degree in journalism from Delhi University. She has been working in the field of journalism for 3 years. Currently News 18 … Read more