While strawberries and blueberries become commonplace on Indian dining tables, let us take a moment for some native berries that have played a huge role in our nutrition. Lasoda or glue berries (Cordia myxa) is well known for its nutritional advantages. Gujarat and Rajasthan are where the plant-primarily flourishes. When the fruit of the glue berry is ripe, it turns pleasant and can even be eaten raw. The unripe fruit is green and used to create pickles or soup. The plant has some incredible health advantages that have been utilised in traditional medicine for thousands of years. Here is a list of those health benefits.
1. Regulates Blood Pressure
The most prevalent ailment in the world is high blood pressure. The fruit of Cordia myxa possesses anti-hypertensive effects, according to a 2016 study. This fruit extract can control blood pressure levels and lessen oxidative stress.
Additionally, studies on rabbits to evaluate the hypotensive effect of glue berry mucilage revealed that both ripe and unripe fruit has some blood pressure-lowering qualities in their mucilage.
2. Aids Sore Throat
Making and ingesting a decoction from the Lasoda fruit could be quite beneficial if you have a cough or sore throat. You can boil the fruit in water and consume it to make a decoction. Furthermore, the bark of the Lasoda tree can be successfully boiled in water, filtered, and then eaten. This concoction can be really effective in providing you with amazing relief if you do experience a sore throat.
3. Anti-diabetic Properties
The diabetes sufferer can benefit greatly from glue berry. Some of the substances in it have diuretic characteristics. The results of the study, which were published in the International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, showed that the anti-diabetic properties of glue berry fruit and seed. Although it may not have the same effect as Metformin, it is nevertheless highly helpful for those who struggle with elevated blood sugar levels.
4. Combats Skin Allergies
When it comes to treating issues like itching, scabies, and ringworm, the seeds of the Lasoda fruit are incredibly effective. The seeds must be thoroughly ground in order to produce a smooth paste. The itchy area of the body can then be treated with the paste. When it comes to Ayurveda, this fruit has been used for its medicinal benefits since ancient times, and the practice is still in use now.
5. Eases Menstrual Pain And Toothache
The days a woman is menstruating are highly painful in addition to creating mood swings. Taking Lasoda during this stage helps lessen the discomfort. Make a decoction with the bark, then drink it. You should know that taking a decoction like this once or twice throughout your menstrual cycle will provide much-needed relief. Additionally, you can make a decoction by boiling the tree's bark in water in order to treat toothaches. Then, rinse your mouth with this concoction.
6. Strengthens Body
The Lasoda fruit Is a good source of protein as well as carbs, fibre, calcium, phosphorus, and iron. The body needs each of these nutrients to function at its best. The fruit is frequently eaten raw by people. However, many also really like it in its dried form. Laddoos are made in many households by drying the fruit and then combining it with a variety of other ingredients. Thus, the Lasoda fruit fortifies the body and supplies sufficient energy for remaining active all day.