Bhringaraj

🌿(Eclipta alba / Eclipta prostrata) or False Daisy

Also known as Kesharaja or “King of Hair”

📖 Overview

Bhringaraj is a powerful Ayurvedic herb traditionally used to support hair health, liver detoxification, and mental clarity. Its Sanskrit name, Kesharaja, means “King of Hair,” emphasizing its well-known benefits for promoting strong, lustrous hair and rejuvenating the body.

📜 Traditional Use in Ayurveda

Bhringaraj is categorized as Keshya (promotes hair growth), Yakrituttama (excellent for the liver), and Medhya(supports the intellect). It balances Pitta and Kapha, cools the system, and strengthens tissues.

Bhavaprakasha Nighantu (Haritakyadi Varga, Verse 66):
“Bhringaraja tikta kashaya rasa sheeta virya pittaghna keshya yakrituttama”
“Bhringaraj is bitter, astringent, cooling, pacifies Pitta, strengthens hair, and is highly beneficial for the liver.”

It’s a key ingredient in classical oils like Bhringaraj Tailam and herbal ghees for brain and liver support.

🍵 Suggested Use

Bhringaraj is commonly used as:

Powder (Churna): 1–2 grams with warm water or ghee
Capsules/Tablets: For liver and hair health support
Oil: Applied to the scalp to promote hair growth and soothe the nervous system
Fresh juice (Swarasa): Used in classical Rasayana therapies for brain and liver

🔬 Scientific Research & References

Modern studies support Bhringaraj’s traditional benefits:

Hair Growth: Proven to increase hair follicle count and promote regrowth [1]
Liver Support: Demonstrated hepatoprotective activity in various models [2]
Neuroprotection: Shows memory-enhancing and anxiolytic properties [3]

References:

Roy, R. K., et al. (2008). Mechanism of hair growth promoting activity of Eclipta alba extract. J Ethnopharmacol, 120(3), 378–384.
Singh, B., et al. (2001). Hepatoprotective effect of Eclipta alba on paracetamol-induced liver damage in rats.Indian J Med Res, 113, 180–186.
Singh, A., et al. (2012). Neuropharmacological profile of Eclipta alba Linn. Indian J Exp Biol, 50(7), 491–496.

⚠️ Cautions & Contraindications

Very cooling—use cautiously in high Vata conditions
Avoid during pregnancy without supervision
May cause mild digestive upset in very sensitive individuals
Use under guidance when combining with medications affecting liver function

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