Shatavari Dosage

Shatavari, also known by its biological name asparagus racemosus, is a climbing herb that predominantly grows in India. Shatavari is Sanskrit term for the Indian asparagus (also known as hundred roots). In Chinese, it is called tian men dong. This herb has a bittersweet taste and is an excellent diuretic and a demulcent. Also referred to as the "green medicine", it is best known for its aphrodisiac properties. In fact, the meaning of shatavari implies "she who possesses a hundred husbands", indicating its libido enhancing properties for men and women. A few herbal practitioners recommend 3-10 grams (if it is in powder form) / ½ - 2 teaspoons (if it is in liquid form) daily. This herbal supplement can also be mixed with juice or milk. The dosage for the concentrated extract is 250 mg twice a day.

Shatavari Benefits
This herbal supplement is ayurvedic and is believed to have amazing benefits. These benefits can be availed by consuming this supplement in the appropriate dose

• For women, shatavari is recommended during menstrual periods, as this herb helps in flushing out the excess water weight during menstruation. This explains its diuretic properties.
• This herb also helps in nourishing and cleaning the reproductive system in females, as it balances the pH level in vaginal tract. This is best recommended for females who experience dryness in vagina. Shatavari balances the body fluids and hydrates the dry membranes of vagina.
• For pregnant women, this herbal remedy is mandated in India. It is believed to increase the production of breast milk in nursing mothers, as this herb enhances the natural female hormones for lactation. Besides, this herb also helps in calming down of nerves in women who have just had a hysterectomy or menopause.
• Shatavari is best known to increase the potency of reproductive organs in both men and women. Also, this medicine is used in effectively palliating the inflammation of sexual organs.
• Shatavari is also prescribed to people who are suffering from digestive disorders. Pertaining to its cooling and therapeutic properties (this herb contains soluble fiber, isoflavones and complex sugars), this herbal laxative is used in effective treatment of heartburn, colitis and stomach ulcers.
• The root of this herb has been proved to combat certain medical conditions (like diarrhea, vomiting, cholera, typhoid and blood infection) caused by bacteria (like E.coli, staphylococcus aureus bacteria and dysenteriae).
• This supplement is a good stress reliever and helps the body to adapt to the changing environmental conditions. It enhances the immune system, calms down the jittery nerves and rejuvenates the body. Also, it intensifies the feeling of spiritual love. Some ayurvedic doctors recommend two capsules (each capsule containing 333 mg of shatavari root), each after a meal.

Shatavari Side Effects
Herbal supplements come with their share of pros and cons. Although the herb has many benefits, it too has some cons. Some of the side effects have been listed below:

• People who are suffering from respiratory ailments and have pulmonary allergic reactions to herbs, should avoid taking it. In few cases, it has been observed that this medication can cause skin reactions in people who are allergic to asparagus.
• Patients suffering from kidney disorders or cardiovascular ailments and edema should NOT use this herb.
• Excessive dosage can lead to unnecessary and excessive weight gain.
• Women with estrogen induced disorders and fibrocystic breasts should NOT consume shatavari medication.

As far as shatavari dosage is concerned, one must consult an experienced herbal practitioner who can guide better on the quantity to be consumed. In India, its benefits are availed to the core. Even in Australia, many skin infections are treated with this medication. But being a herbal supplements, the effectiveness always becomes a disputable topic from the perspective of medical science.