While walking in your garden, you may have noticed a small plant with black, thorny seeds that cling to your clothes. We often call this plant a 'weed' and throw it away, but it is called 'undupiyali' or 'wild coriander'. But did you know that this undupiyali is a medicine with amazing properties that is used in traditional medicine all over the world? Today, let's talk about the great properties of this small plant.
What is this hairy plant (Bidens Pilosa)?
Simply put, the thorny plant is a plant that has spread from South America to the world and grows well in tropical and subtropical regions. It is very common in our country. It has small, white and yellow flowers. The fruits are black and hairy. But the most popular part of it is the black seeds that stick to clothes and animal fur. It is because of these seeds that this plant spreads easily from one place to another.
Nutritional value of undupiyaliya
Wild yam is not just a weed, it is a storehouse of nutrients. It is particularly high in vitamin C, iron, and zinc.
| Nutrient | Amount in 100g of the plant |
|---|---|
| Vitamin C | About 63 milligrams |
| Iron | About 15 milligrams |
| Zinc | About 19 milligrams |
Just think, the daily requirement of vitamin C for an adult is about 75-90 milligrams. So, spinach is a good source that can meet a significant amount of that requirement. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that helps our immunity and the production of collagen, which is necessary for wound healing. Iron is also essential for preventing anemia, and zinc is essential for immunity and cell growth.
The amazing health benefits of turmeric
In traditional medicine, the plant has been used to treat over 40 ailments, from headaches to diarrhea to arthritis. But we must also remember that most of the scientific research on this is still at the animal and laboratory level. More research is needed to know exactly how it affects humans.
Important: The following benefits are still in the research stage, and avoid using the herb for any medical condition without medical advice.
A relief for Diabetes?
Some animal studies have shown that compounds in fenugreek may have the potential to control diabetes, but this research is still in its early stages.
Powerful Antioxidant Properties
Antioxidants are substances that protect our body's cells from unstable molecules called free radicals. Foods rich in antioxidants can reduce the risk of heart disease, liver disease, and some types of cancer. More than 200 such natural compounds have been identified in the fenugreek plant. These include powerful antioxidants such as flavonoids and terpenoids.
To reduce body inflammation
Inflammation occurs when our bodies are injured or infected, and is part of the healing process. However, persistent inflammation in the body, known as chronic inflammation, can lead to a number of diseases, including cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and rheumatoid arthritis. Early research suggests that the extract of Undupiya has the ability to reduce this chronic inflammation.
Other potential benefits
- High Blood Pressure: Early research suggests that compounds in spinach may help prevent high blood pressure.
- Antibacterial and antifungal properties: Some studies have found that the extract of the plant is active against severe bacteria, such as MRSA, which are even resistant to drugs. It is also effective against fungal infections.
- Wound healing: The juice of the leaves of the plant has been traditionally used to heal wounds. This has been confirmed to some extent by modern research.
- Skin Health: The extract of the marigold has the ability to protect collagen and elastin fibers, which control wrinkles and maintain skin elasticity. Therefore, it may be a good ingredient for skin whitening and anti-aging cosmetics.
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Traditionally, the entire plant of this plant is used for medicine.
- The leaves and stems are used fresh or dried.
- The dried plant is powdered, made into a tea, and drunk.
- In some African countries, the leaves and stems are boiled and eaten as a vegetable.
- The sap of the plant is used as a poultice for wounds, burns, and eye infections.
Most importantly: Be sure to take care of this when using!
This is the most important part of this article that you need to know. Although the herb has been used traditionally for many years, there is very little scientific research on the side effects it may cause in humans.
The biggest risk is that the marigold plant has the ability to absorb heavy metals, especially cadmium, from soil and water through its roots. These toxins can enter your body by eating or using a marigold plant that grows in soil or water contaminated with industrial waste or agrochemicals.
Therefore, if you are harvesting this plant for food or medicinal use, you need to be 100% sure that it is pure, free of any contaminants or chemicals.
Before using anything like this as a medicine for any medical condition, be sure to talk to your doctor. Not everything that is natural is safe for everyone, all the time. That's why it's important to seek medical advice.
Take-Home Message
- Although it looks like a weed, Undupiyaliya (Bidens Pilosa) is a plant with high nutritional value and traditional medicinal value.
- Many of its health benefits, such as controlling diabetes, high blood pressure, and inflammation, are still in the research stage, and further studies are needed to understand its effects on humans.
- The main risk in use is the potential for absorbing toxins such as heavy metals from contaminated soil and water. Therefore, only use plants grown in very clean environments.
- Always consult your doctor before using any medicine for any medical condition.
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