Medicinal Properties Of Ashoka

8 mins October 28 From: Health Benefits Of Ashoka
Asoka has various medicinal properties, especially its bark and leaves. The main medicinal properties of Asoka are:

  • Anti-diabetic

    The flower of Ashoka contains Flavonoids. These flavonoids help the function of certain enzymes that are effective for the absorption of glucose.

  • Anti-cancer

    The bark of the Asoka contains compounds like Flavonoids, gallic acid, and phenolic compounds. These compounds prevent the increase of cancer cells and cause cancer cell death.

  • Antioxidant

    Flavonoids and the phenolic compounds present in the Asoka stop the release of free radicals and prevent cell damage.

  • Antipyretic

    Tannins and flavonoids present in the seed extract of the Asoka tree reduce the high body temperature.

  • Anti-inflammatory and Analgesic

    Flavonoids present in the bark and dried flower extract are known to reduce pain and swelling.

  • Anti-bacterial

    Flavonoids and phenolic compounds found in the bark and dried leaves extract of Asoka control the action of several bacteria.

  • Anthelmintic

    Alkaloids present in the bark extract of the Asoka stop the activity of parasites and kill them.

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