Sida cordifolia

General information:

Country Mallow is a revered herb in Ayurveda, known to balance all the doshas (bodily humors that make up one’s constitution). It is a health tonic with rejuvenating, anti-inflammatory, libido-enhancing and fat-burning properties.

Constituents:

Ephedrine is one of the alkaloids present, which has fat-burning properties. The herb also contains phytosterol and potassium nitrate.

Benefits:

• The essential oil has rejuvenating properties, which aids in nervine disorders and mental debility.
• The oil has anti-inflammatory properties which relieve joint and muscles aches.
• Country Mallow is known to stimulate sexual organs and enhance the male libido.
• In recent times, the herb is being used in weight loss supplements.