Ficus racemosa L.
( National Innovation Foundation - India )
Herbal Treatment for Foot Crack
By : Mr. Pratapbhai Bhudarbhai Bariya,
Dahod,
Gujarat
Innovation Description
The traditional
knowledge holder has suggested treatment for foot crack.
Disease
symptoms: Flaky skin,
itching, bleeding, inflamed skin.
Ingredients: 25 g stem
and 10 ml latex of Umbro (Ficus racemosa L.).
Preparation: Collect
latex from the plant. Collect, peel off the stem and crush the stem with 200 ml
water keep overnight. Strain to collect infusion.
Dosage/Application: Consume
the prepared infusion on an empty stomach in the morning for 7 days. Apply the
collected latex on the affected area using a cotton ball before sleep followed by
bandaging for 2-3 days.
Ingredients' availability: The plants
are available in nearby fields.
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