Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for asthma.
Disease symptoms: Increased cough, irregular breathing.
Ingredients: 100 g fresh/dried fruits of Guma (
Leucas aspera (Willd.) Link) and 100 g ghee (Clarified butter).
Preparation: Saute the fruits with ghee until it forms red in colour, then store it.
Dosage/Application: Consume 1 spoon fruits twice daily for 1 month.
Precaution: Avoid curd
. Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in nearby places. Ghee is available in the local market.
Suggested Reading(s):
Limbasiya, K. K., Modi, V. R., Tirgar, P. R., Desai, T. R., & Bhalodia, P. N. (2012). Evaluation of Anti asthmatic activity of dried whole plant extract of Leucas aspera using various experimental animal models. International Journal of Phytopharmacology, 3(3), 291-298.
