arun is a famous diuretic Ayurvedic herb. It is also a good blood purifier that helps to maintain homeostasis (healthy and a stable state of a living being).
Varun might help relieve constipation due to its laxative property as it loosen stools and promote bowel movement. It is also found to be useful in case of gout due to its anti-inflammatory property as it reduces joint pain and inflammation. Applying Varun leaves paste on abscess- affected area helps reduce the pain and inflammation.
According to Ayurveda, adding Varun powder along with honey to your daily diet helps improve appetite due to its Deepan (appetizer) property.
It is advisable to use Varun only under medical supervision if you are taking antihypertensive drugs due to its diuretic activity[2].

What are the synonyms of Varun?

Crataeva nurvala, Baruna, Barna, Varana, Vayvarno, Varano, Varuna, Bipatri, Mattamavu, Neervalamara, Neermatalam, Vayavarna, Haravarna, Baryno, Barnahi, Maralingam, Bilvarani

BENEFITS OF VARUN


1. Urolithiasis
Urolithiasis is the stone formed in the urinary tract. According to Ayurveda, it is considered as Mutrashmari. Mutrashmari (renal calculi) is a disease of Vata-Kapha origin which causes Sanga (obstruction) in the Mutravaha Srotas (urinary system). Urinary stones are classified on the basis of doshas as Vata, Pitta, Kapha and treatment is given accordingly. Varun is one of the herbs which helps to break renal calculi and reduce the size of the stone. This is because of its Asmaribhedan (penetration) property. Varun also helps to expel it out it because of its Mutral (diuretic) nature.
Tips:
a. Take ½-1 teaspoon Varun powder.
b. Have it with honey after taking food.

2. Urinary Tract Infection
Urinary tract infection is described under the broad term of Mutrakcchra in Ayurveda. Mutra means ooze and krichra mean painful. Thus, dysuria and painful urination are called as Mutrakcchra. In the case of urinary tract infection, Varun helps to control burning sensation. This is because of its Mutral (diuretic) effect. It increases urine flow and reduces the symptoms of UTI like burning sensation during urination.
Tips:
a. Take ½-1 teaspoon Varun powder.
b. Have it with honey after taking food.

3. Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a common cause of lower urinary tract symptoms in aging men. In Ayurveda, BPH is similar to Vatasthila. In this condition, aggravated Vata gets localized in between urinary bladder and rectum. This produces a dense fixed firm glandular swelling called Vatashtila or BPH. Taking Varun helps to balance Vata and control the size of the prostate gland. It also helps to reduce the symptoms like painful or frequent urination due to its Mutral (diuretic) nature.
Tips:
a. Take ½-1 teaspoon Varun powder.
b. Have it with honey after taking food.

4. Loss of appetite
Varun helps to improve appetite when it is made a part of the daily diet. In Ayurveda, loss of appetite is due to Agnimandya (weak digestion). It is caused by an aggravation of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha doshas leading to incomplete digestion of food. This causes insufficient secretion of gastric juice in the stomach resulting in loss of appetite. Varun stimulates digestion and improves appetite. This is due to its Deepan (appetizer) property.
Tips:
a. Take ½-1 teaspoon Varun powder.
b. Have it with honey after taking food.

RECOMMENDED DOSAGE OF VARUN

  • Varun Powder - ½-1 teaspoon or as per your requirement.
  • Varun Capsule - 1-2 capsules twice a day.

HOW TO USE VARUN

1. Varun Capsule
a. Take 1-2 Varun Capsule.
b. Swallow with water twice a day.
c. Repeat daily to control urinary tract infection.

2. Varun Powder
a. Take ½-1 teaspoon Varun powder.
b. Have it with honey after taking food.

BENEFITS OF VARUN

1. Wound healing
Vaun helps in quick healing of wound, decreases swelling and brings back the normal texture of the skin. This is due to its Ropan (healing) property.
Tips:
a. Take 1/2-1 teaspoon Varun bark powder.
b. Make a paste with coconut oil.
c. Apply on the affected area for quick healing of wound.

2. Anti-wrinkle
Wrinkles are due to aging, dry skin and lack of moisture. According to Ayurveda, it is due to an aggravated Vata. Varun helps in controlling wrinkles and increases moisture content in the skin because of its Snigdha (oily) nature. A paste of Varun bark, when used with honey can give you a glowing skin.
Tips:
a. Take 1/2-1 teaspoon Varun bark powder.
b. Make a paste with coconut oil.
c. Apply on the affected area to control wrinkle.


Disclaimer: Whilst every effort has been made to source the most up to date and accurate information, we cannot guarantee that remedies in our articles are effective, when in doubt, consult your GP or a qualified Medicinal Herbalist. Remember also that herbal remedies can be dangerous under certain circumstances therefore you should always seek medical advice before self-treating with a homemade remedy, especially if you are pregnant, breast feeding or suffer from any known illness which could be adversely affected by self-treatment.