Benefits of Chirh (Sarala) Ayurvedic Herb

Introduction of Chirh (Sarala)

Chir or Chir pine tree is an economically valuable species commonly found in the Himalayas from Kashmir to Bhutan. It is very effective for chronic constipation, indigestion, acidity, and gastritis.

Botanical Name : Pinus longifolia

Useful Parts for Chirh (Sarala) :

Stem powder, oil, bark, resins

Names in different languages for Chirh (Sarala) :

English: Chir Pine
Hindi: Chida, Saral
In other Indian languages, it is called Sarala.

Health benefits of Chirh (Sarala)

Chirh has numerous therapeutic qualities. Chir pine (Sarala) has anti-diabetic qualities that assist manage diabetes by boosting insulin production. As per Ayurveda, Chir is beneficial in respiratory problems such as bronchitis and asthma as it helps to remove sputum from respiratory passages. Chir resin or Chir oil application reduces joint pain and inflammation due to its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. Chir pine resin also helps to treat skin problems. Chronic constipation, indigestion, acidity, and gastritis can all benefit from it. Chir pine (Sarala) used topically aids in growing new skin cells and enhances wound healing. It also reduces the risk of infections due to its antimicrobial property.

Medicines containing Chirh (Sarala) as the main ingredient are the following

Asana Eladi Taila, Nisosiradi Taila, Panchaguna taila, Vishatinduka taila and joint care gel.

Chirh is an Ayurvedic herbal medicine used in treating diseases due to Vata imbalance. It helps manage diabetes by increasing insulin secretion due to its anti-diabetic property. It is very effective for chronic constipation, indigestion, acidity, and gastritis. It also cures respiratory problems.