Safed Musli
Description
What is Safed Musli?
Safed Musli (Chlorophytum Borivilianum) is a plant which is widely used in Ayurveda because of its healing properties. One of the most important benefits of Safed Musli is its ability of curing sexual weakness and impotence. It is a potent aphrodisiac and string Adaptogenic herb that is used in Ayurveda and herbal science. It is effective in improving male performance, spermatogenesis and providing strength to muscles. Also known by the names of “Indian Viagra” or “Herbal Viagra”, Safed Musli is a rich source of vitamins, alkaloids, proteins, steroids, carbohydrates, and polysaccharides. The Medicinal Plants Board has identified this herb as the sixth most valuable plant to be conserved and shielded.
The English name for Safed Musli is Indian Spider Plant.
Important Medicinal Properties of Safed Musli:
1. Combats Sexual Problems
Safed Musli has been used for ages to cure certain sexual difficulties such as premature ejaculation and erectile dysfunction. The herb also serves as a tonic to increase sexual libido
2. Treats Oligospermia
3. Nocturnal Emissions
4. Erectile Dysfunction
5. Treats Diabetes
6. Treats Arthritis
7. Reduces Fatigue & Weakness
8. A Great Antioxidant
9. Boosts Immunity
10. Helps in Bodybuilding
11. Helps in Losing Weight
12. Helps Lactating Mothers
Dosage of Safed Musli
Safed Musli can be taken twice a day with milk preferably 2 hours after meals. An amount of 3-5 grams per day is considered adequate.
However, some other factors also decide the dosage of Safed Musli you should take per day. Your age, sex, motive, and weight contribute in deciding how much of the herb should you consume. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consuming Safed Musli.
| Infants & Children | 25 to 50 mg (single time dosage must not exceed 1 gram) |
| Teenagers | 1.5 to 2 grams |
| Adults | 3 to 6 grams |
| Geriatric | 2 to 3 grams |
| Pregnancy | 1 to 2 grams |
| Lactation | 1 to 2 grams |
| Maximum dosage | 12 grams a day in divided doses |
Nutritional Value Of Safed Muslit:
| Total Fat | 3.7g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 68.7g |
| Protein | 7.9g |
The above information is obtained as per 100 grams of Safed Musli.
Other important nutrients and phytochemicals in Musli are:
Carbohydrates, saponins, alkaloids, fibers, calcium, potassium, magnesium, polysaccharides, resins, phenol, and mucilage content.