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STUDY OF MEDICINAL, FOOD AND HEALTH BENEFITS OF USIRA - VETIVER [CHRYSOPOGON ZIZANIOIDES (L.) ROBERTY]

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ANJALI P. BEDSE, AARTI A. BHIMANWAR, SUCHITA P. DHAMANE, NAYANA S. BASTE, SHILPA S. RAUT, VIRENDRA S. GOMASE*
ยป doi: 10.48047/AFJBS.6.13.2024. 721-742

Abstract

Chrysopogon zizanioides (L.) Roberty (Vetiver) plant known more commonly as Usira or Khus, balances the elements of Pitta and Kapha in Ayurvedic treatment. It can treat stress, headaches, skin conditions, gastrointestinal issues, calms mood, and fever as a cooler. It also helps to cleanse your blood, moisturize your body, and wash away harmful chemicals. The present study aimed at evaluating the screening of vetiver. Vetiver is a fragrant, evergreen tussock grass that is highly valued for its aromatic essential oil and medicinal properties. Khusimol, vetiverols, isopropenyl, and several other flavonoids, phenols, and phytochemicals are the primary ingredients of this plant. These have potent antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, tonic, and skin-rejuvenating qualities. For generations, traditional medicine has utilized the ancient plant vetiver as a means of healing and cleansing. Vetiver use it topically as well as drink it as a tea for general health advantages. According to Ayurveda, the Vata, Pitta, and Kapha Tridoshas, or life energies, govern how your body operates. Diseases in the body are brought on by imbalances in these dosha levels. In Ayurvedic medicine, vetiver is utilized as a plant to balance the vata and pitta. As a coolant, it can cure fever, gastrointestinal problems, and skin conditions. It also helps to flush out dangerous poisons, purifies your blood, and moisturizes your body. Vetiver, or Khus as it's more often called, is a plant that balances Pitta and Kapha. This makes it perfect for sensitive, acne-prone, and inflammatory skin types. Due to its cooling effect, big pores that lean toward oiliness seem better. Skin moisture is enhanced by it. Vetiver correcting complexion, pita balancing effect slows down skin aging. In addition to its many skin advantages, vetiver essential oil is also valued for its minimal allergen profile. A popular summertime treat, vetiver makes a delicious sherbet. On the Indian subcontinent, vetiver's cooling qualities offer a moment of relief and have internal health advantages. Medicinal and health benefits of Vetiver as food additive, flavoring syrups, fragrance in foods, aromatic products, cosmetics, ice cream, beverages and for food preservation. In summary, it maintains the integrity of the metabolic system, revitalizes the body, provides vigor, and enhances immunity. The findings of screening the Chrysopogon zizanioides supported the therapeutic value showed in traditional medical treatments.

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