More than a company, Bixa Botanical is a dream - to share the collective knowledge of five generations of a family with the world; secrets of Herbal Healing that have been painstakingly accumulated over the last 140 years. Daruharidra [Botanical name- Berberis aristata] also known as Indian barberry or tree turmeric is a shrub belonging to the genus Berberis. The genus comprises approximately 450-500 species of deciduous evergreen shrubs and is found in the temperate and sub-tropical regions of Asia, Europe, and America. Daruharidra is native to the Himalayas in India (especially in kumaon & chamba region), in Nepal and is also naturally found in the wet zone of Sri Lanka. The Daruharidra is also widely distributed in Nilgiris hills in South India. In Ayurvedic texts, Daruharidra is mentioned to be useful as a bitter tonic, digestive, pacifies liver & spleen swelling, as a fever-reducing agent, improves blood circulation and supports skin health. Ayurveda says the qualities and medicinal uses of Daruharidra are very similar to turmeric. In the Modern world, Daruharidra is successfully used for promoting relief from urine infections, intermittent fevers, periodic nerve pain and controlling blood sugar. Daruharidra supports relief from infections of the upper respiratory tract especially the eyes, ears and mouth. Daruharidra may be also useful for heavy menses and white discharge issues in ladies. Externally the decoction of the Daruharidra is used as a wash for unhealthy ulcers to improve their appearance and promote healing. The paste of Daruharidra applied externally may help to relieve skin diseases and itching. Gargling of the Daruharidra decoction helps to clear throat infections and improve voice quality. Scientific study has confirmed the presence of alkaloid Berberine, a bitter substance in Daruharidra. As per primary study Berberine might cause stronger heartbeats which might help people with certain heart conditions. Berberine might also help regulate how the body uses sugar in the blood which supports people with high blood sugar levels. Berberine in Daruharidra may also be able to reduce bacterial load and swelling.

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