Overview
Mudakathan Keerai, commonly known as Balloon Vine, serves as a versatile and highly beneficial herb. It offers a range of health benefits, from treating joint pain and inflammation to resolving cold and cough issues.
Safe to use on all age groups, including children, this wonder herb can be consumed internally or applied externally to address various health concerns.
Health Benefits
1. Joint Pain Relief
Mudakathan is renowned in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties. It's particularly effective for:
- Arthritis
- Rheumatic pain
- General joint stiffness
2. Respiratory Health
Helps with:
- Cold and cough
- Bronchitis
- Asthma symptoms
3. Digestive Health
- Relieves constipation
- Improves digestion
- Reduces bloating
4. Skin Health
- Treats skin rashes
- Helps with eczema
- Wound healing
How to Use Mudakathan Keerai
Mudakathan Keerai Soup
Ingredients:
- 1 cup mudakathan leaves
- 2 cups water
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp cumin
Method:
- Wash leaves thoroughly
- Boil in water for 10 minutes
- Strain and add spices
- Drink warm
Mudakathan Keerai Dosai
Ingredients:
- 1 cup rice
- 1/4 cup urad dal
- 1/2 cup mudakathan leaves
- Salt to taste
Method:
- Soak rice and dal overnight
- Grind with mudakathan leaves
- Ferment for 8 hours
- Make dosas as usual
External Application
For joint pain, make a paste of leaves and apply to affected areas.
Where to Find
Mudakathan grows wild in many parts of South India. You can also find it at organic farms and specialized herb sellers. At Farmizen, several of our partner farms grow this beneficial herb.
