Ponnanganni is full of iron, calcium and other vital nutrients that makes our hair and skin glow. The plant is used throughout Asia and Africa to treat a variety of disorders, including gastrointestinal problems, such as flatulence, nausea and vomiting, headaches, bronchitis, asthma, vertigo and even hepatitis. It is considered to be one of those drugs which prevents and cures chronic diseases.

The name ponnanganni itself means glow like Gold. Siddha advise that if we eat ponnanganni daily for a period of 48 days, our body will start glowing. That is because it so rich in vital minerals and nutrients that in that time frame of 48 days, it heals the body of all deficiencies. It is advisable to ponnanganni keerai at least weekly twice in your diet. It tastes very delicious when it is cooked with lentils or made into soup. 

This plant is an important ingredient of several compounds of Siddha & Ayurvedic preparations. The plant is used throughout Asia and Africa to treat a variety of disorders, including gastrointestinal problems, such as flatulence, nausea and vomiting, headaches, bronchitis, asthma, vertigo and even hepatitis. It is considered to be one of those drugs which prevents and cures chronic diseases and rejuvenates the body. It is used all over Asia and Africa as a natural home remedy, to treat a variety of disorders. It also has health benefits for lactating mothers.

Ponnanganni means "To see your body shining like GOLD". It is included in the Pothukarpangal or general Kayakalpam drug. The leaves are dried properly in the sun and cooked with ghee pepper and salt. It is administered for one mandalam (1 Mandalam = 48 days) with restricted tamarind diet. If this keerai or herb is taken regularly it cures almost all ailments especially diseases of eye, vayu, body heat, liver diseases. Regular intake will result in the body shining like GOLD.

The herb Alternanthera Sessilis is an excellent coolant. It is considered to have immense health benefits for the eyes, hair and skin. It is also a home remedy for piles. The young shoots are nutritious and contain carotenoids, triterpene, saponin, and flavonoids. It has antibacterial and antifungal properties. Tests conducted in India show that it has antiulcerative properties. It it is also said to neutralize excessive acidity in the body. It treats skin conditions like scabies and eczema. It also improves skin tone and texture.

In Ghana, a decoction with some salt is taken to stop vomiting blood. A paste of the herb is used to draw out spines from the body. It is also used to cure hernia. In Senegal, the leafy twigs, ground to a powder, are applied against snakebites. In Sri Lanka, the plant is used in salads. They also use it for the treatment of biliousness, dyspepsia and sluggish liver. Alternanthera sessilis is used in local medicine in Taiwan, along with other medicinal plants, to treat hepatitis, tight chest, bronchitis, asthma and other lung troubles. It is also used to stop bleeding and as a hair tonic.

In India it is used as a cholagogue (a medicinal agent which promotes the discharge of bile from the system), and febrifuge (reduces fever). People in Thailand and Sri Lanka use the plant as a galactagogue (agent that increases milk supply). In addition, the leaves are boiled and ingested to treat hypertension.

Alternanthera Sessilis Home Remedies

• Grind the leaves to a very fine paste and take 2 tsp everyday for 45 days. Steamed leaves taken with a little butter every day for 45 days also helps to cure various eye problems. 
• Regular consumption of ponnanganni flower is also said to improve eyesight. Night blindness can be cured by regular consumption of raw ponnanganni flowers. 
• Soak a handful of fresh ponnanganni flowers, in half a litre of coconut oil. Having a tsp of this every morning leads to increased energy. 
• Mix two ounces of the juice of this plant with 4 ounces of goat or cow’s milk. This mixture helps in building strength and vitality. 
• Boil together about a litre of fresh ponnanganni juice with 250 ml of sesame seed oil. Once the juice is absorbed into the oil, reduce the mixture to about 250 ml, Cool and strain. Massaging this oil to the head gives good eyesight and memory. This is an effective home remedy for curing piles. 
• A soup prepared using the Alternanthera sessilis leaves, garlic and pepper is very effective in curing piles. Another home remedy for piles drinking a mixture of 25gms of Ponnanganni juice mixed with equal amount of carrot juice, and a pinch of rock salt.

Ponnanganni Keerai is easily available at Asucre Pure Herbals in powder, tablet and capsule form. Do let us know your requirements so we can send you our offer for the same.

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