Shikakai

Scientific name

Acacia concinna

Other names

Sheekay, Kochi, Sigeballi, Chinik-kaya, Sheekay, Shikakai etc.

Description

Shikakai is prepared by drying its bark, fruit pods, and leaves. Shikakai is the hair fruit that is most commonly used for cleansing the scalps.

It is also used in traditional medicine to cure many problems like jaundice and many skin problems.

Shikakai is the most effective herb that is used to control hair fall and dandruff. It provides skin to your hairs and makes them stronger.

Overview

You can use Shikakai with amla and reetha as shampoo. It makes your hair strongest and prevents greying.

Shikakai is very beneficial for healing wounds and cuts. You can use Shikakai with rose water and honey if you have any kind of wound or bleeding.

Shikakai is very helpful for the digestion system. It stimulates digestion and improves appetite due to its effective appetizer properties.

Nutrients included

Shikakai fruit is rich in vitamins and minerals.

Nutrients included in shikakai are:

Vitamin A

Vitamin C

Vitamin D

Vitamin E

Vitamin K

Glucose

citric acid

antioxidants

Health benefits

Works as a hair cleanser

Condition’s hair

Treats dandruff

Makes hair shiny and smooth

Prevents hair loss

Helps to remove lice

Helps to retain hair color

Relives stress

Used for washing clothes

Works as an insect repellent

Daily intake

    For appetite:

Take ¼ glass of shikakai juice before male to boost appetite

    For bleeding piles:

Take ¼ glass of shikakai juice before sleeping to manage bleeding piles

    For constipation:

        Take ¼ glass of shikakai juice before sleeping to control constipation