Senna is a powerful herb, used in the treatment of constipation. It has also
Ayurvedic applications such as skin conditions and hypertension. It is very effective as an antibacterial
and antifungus agent. Senna infusion may be combined with carminative herbs such as Ginger or Fennel.
Excellent for weight loss in combination with Banaba (Lagerstoemia speciosa).
Other applications are: Tinea pedis (athlete's foot), ringworm, eczema, itching and insect bites.
A strong decoction of the leaves can be used as an abortifacient (substance that causes pregnancy to end prematurely
and causes an abortion).
The antimicrobial activity of Cassia alata extracts has been investigated against S.aureus,
S.aureus coagulase positive, B.subtilis,B. cereus B.stearothermophillus, E.coli, V.cholerae, S.typhi, S.dysenteriae
and K.pneumoniae. The acetone and ethanol extracts showed high activity against nearly all test microorganisms.
The inhibitory effects are very close and identical in magnitude and comparable with that of standard antibiotics
used. The therapeutic efficacy of Cassia alata leaf extract against Pityriasis versicolor (a skin fungus,
aka Tinea versicolor) has been reported. The leaf extract can be reliably used as an herbal medicine to treat this
type of fungus. It has no side-effects.
The phyto-chemical adenine, in the leaves has been documented as an effective platelet aggregating inhibitor
(reduces sticky blood and arterial plaque).
Senna, like most Cassia species, contains a group of phyto-chemicals named anthraquinones; they are known
for the laxative effect.
Senna leaves as a laxative
As a tea (herbal infusion), take ½ - 1 teaspoon / cup.
Tincture
Rub on the affected skin area and do not wash off away for at least 3 hours.
Internal uses
1 - 4 ml before bedtime.
Precautions
Pregnant woman should not use Senna, unless under supervision of a physician. Senna should not be used by children under the age of 6 (six).
People experiencing diarrhea and with inflammatory bowel disease or intestinal ulcers, should not used it.
The above presentation is for informational and educational purposes only.
It is based on scientific studies (human, animal, or in vitro), clinical experience, or traditional usage.
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