गोक्षुर: शीतलः स्वादुः बलकृत् बस्तिशोधनः ।
मधुरो दीपनो वृष्यः हृष्टिदच अश्मरीहर:प्रमेहश्वासकासार्थ, कृच्छ हृद्रोगवातनुत् || à¤ावप्रकाश
Gokshura is Sita (cold) in potency and Madhura (sweet) in taste. It has the Balya (strength provider) property beneficial in providing strength to the body. Gokshura is known to balance Tridosha(Vata-Pitta-Kapha). It is also used to manage urinary disorders due to its Mutral (diuretic) property.
Gokhshura when taken along with Ashwagandha helps enhance stamina due to which is beneficial for bodybuilding as well as improving the performance of athletes. It is also extensively used to manage sexual disorders like erectile dysfunction as it is a natural aphrodisiac.
It is advisable to consult your doctor before taking Gokshura if you are taking medicines to lower blood pressure.
What are the synonyms of Gokshura?
Tribulus
Terrestris, Goksuraka, Trikanata, Small Caltrop, Devil’s thorn, Goat head,
Puncture vine, Gokhru, Gokhuri, Gokshra, Sharatte, Palleruveru, Nerinjil,
Betagokharu, Bhakhra, Gokharu, Neggilu, Gokhri, Michirkand, Khar-e-Khasak Khurd
What is the source of Gokshura?
Plant-Based
BENEFITS
OF GOKSHURA
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Benefits of Gokshura according to Ayurvedic view |
Benefits of Gokshura according to modern science view |
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Benign prostatic hyperplasia - Gokshura gives relief in benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
or enlarged prostate gland due to its Mutral (diuretic) and Sita (cold)
properties. This helps to increase urine secretion and reduce the swelling
and burning sensation during urination. |
Benign prostatic hyperplasia - Studies state that Gokshura might be useful to manage
prostate gland disorders such as benign prostatic hyperplasia. It also
improves the urine flow and helps in the almost complete emptying of the
bladder thus decreasing urine retention. This might lower the symptoms of
prostate enlargement. |
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Increasing sexual desire - Gokshura helps
improve libido and boost vitality in both men and women due to its Vrishya
(aphrodisiac) property. |
Increasing sexual desire - Gokshura is
said to improve libido in women who have a low sex drive. It also helps boost
energy and vitality. |
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Erectile dysfunction - Gokshura helps
in boosting energy, vitality and also strengthens the penile tissue which
enhances penile erection due to its Guru (heavy) and Vrishya (Aphrodisiac)
properties. Together, this helps improve the symptoms of erectile
dysfunction. |
Erectile dysfunction - Saponins
present in Gokshura helps in managing erectile dysfunction as it strengthens
the penile tissue and enhances penile erection. In one of the studies,
Gokshura extract showed a significant increase in ICP or intracavernous pressure
(a physiological marker of erectile function). |
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Athletic performance - Gokshura
enhances athletic performance by boosting your energy level and vitality due
to its Guru (heavy) and Vrushya (aphrodisiac) properties. |
Infertility - Gokshura is
considered as a potent aphrodisiac and might increase the sexual desire in
men. Active phytochemicals present in Gokshura improves the level of
testosterone as well as the overall quality and quantity of sperm. This might
help control infertility problems in men. |
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Flatulence (gas formation) - Gokshura helps improve digestion and gives relief from
intestinal gas due to its Deepan (appetizer) property which helps to digest
food easily and prevent gas formation in the intestine. |
Angina (heart-related chest pain) - Gokshura contains a saponin called tribulosin which helps in
maintaining a healthy heart. Tribulosin helps in widening narrowed arteries
thereby improving blood circulation to the heart. This might help lower the
risk of coronary heart disease as well as the pain and discomfort associated
with it. |
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Eczema - Gokshura gives relief in skin
problems like eczema, skin irritations, itching, and eruptions due to its
Ropan (healing) property. |
Cancer - Gokshura might be useful for
cancer as it induces apoptosis while leaving the non-cancerous cells
unharmed. It also has anti-proliferative property and might reduce the growth
of cancer cells. |
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uric acid - Gokshura helps to reduce the
level of uric acid due to its Mutral (diuretic) property which increases the
urine output and helps flush the toxins from the body. It also improves the
metabolism because of its Ama (toxic remains in the body due to improper
digestion) removing nature and inhibits excess production of uric acid. |
uric acid - Gokshura is said to have good
antilithic activity. It not only helps in reducing the level of uric acid but
also reduces the chances of hyperoxaluria (excessive urinary secretion of
oxalate) which can lead to kidney stones. The antilithic activity is
attributed to the potent protein biomolecules present in Gokshura |
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FAQs about Gokshura benefits
ü Can Gokshura treat kidney
stones?
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stones?
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bodybuilding?
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blood pressure?
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the level of uric acid?
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the level of uric acid?
ü Is Gokshura helpful in managing
pain and burning sensation during urination?
ü Is Gokshura useful for
polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?
ü What are the benefits of
Gokshura for Angina (heart-related chest pain)?
ü What are the benefits of
Gokshura for Athletic performance?
ü What are the benefits of
Gokshura for Benign prostatic hyperplasia?
ü What are the benefits of
Gokshura for Eczema?
ü What are the benefits of
Gokshura for Erectile dysfunction?
ü What are the benefits of
Gokshura for Flatulence (gas formation)?
ü What are the benefits of
Gokshura for Increasing sexual desire?
ü What are the benefits of
Gokshura for Infertility?
ü What is Himalayan Gokshura?
ü Where can I buy Gokshura?
REFERENCES
1.
The
Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India.Part 1 Volume 1.
2.
Metcalfe
CR, Chalk L. The Anatomy of The Dicotyledons.Oxford: Clerendon Press;
1950;2:1013–4.
3.
Cooke
T. The Flora of the Presidency of Bombay.Taylor and Francis.1903;2:337–8.
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