Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for piles.
Disease symptoms: Painful lump near the anus, bleeding during defecation, chronic constipation.
Ingredients: 2-3 fruits of Lau (Lagenaria siceraria (Molina) Standl.) and 1 spoon Sugar.
Preparation: Burn the fruit to prepare ash and mix sugar into it.
Dosage/Application: Consume 1 spoon prepared mixture once daily for 4-5 days.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in nearby places. Sugar is available in the local market.
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Reading(s):
Prajapati, R. P., Kalariya, M., Parmar, S. K., & Sheth, N. R. (2010). Phytochemical and pharmacological review of Lagenaria sicereria. Journal of Ayurveda and integrative medicine, 1(4), 266–272.