Shatavari is an Ayurvedic herbal medicine that is used mainly in lactating mothers who are having very little or no milk production for the baby and Male and female infertility.

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Shatavari means, “she who has 100 husbands”. Here this herb represents that it can help the female reproductive organ to be in the best condition because of its rejuvenating effect.
Not only for Young women but also for middle-aged or elder women after Menopause

Shatavari Benefits

Galactagogue property

Galactagogue means it is a chemical that improves lactation in mammals that are humans and other animals.
Commonly it is used in mothers who fail to produce milk after some months during the lactation period.
Some research studies have shown it has helped to improve the yield of milk and also the weight of memory lobuloalveolar tissue

For female

Enhance follicular Genesis
Enhance ovulation
Helps to prevent miscarriages

Increases libido in women
Cures inflammation in sexual organs
Moisten the body tissues

Increase the fertility rate by nourishing the ovum ovum
A great Postpartum tonic
Normalise the uterus and hormones after delivery

Works well in leucorrhoea
Helpful in managing menorrhagia
Beneficial in dysmenorrhea amenorrhea and pelvic inflammatory diseases

It can maintain the pH level of the vagina

Anti-ulcer property

Extract of Shatavari has shown a property of healing the stomach ulcer in some research studies.
Helpful in the duodenum Ulcer which is a part of the small intestine.

Antidiarrhoeal properties

In many animals studies the root of Shatavari is used in ethanol and aqueous extracts have shown positive effects against diarrhoea.

Neuroprotective properties

It is a well-known Ayurvedic nerve tonic
It is used in Parkinson’s disorder

In Alzheimer’s disease
Helpful in dementia

Antiprotozoal properties

This herb have shown antiprotozoal activities against vibrio cholerae, Salmonella typhi, pseudomonas pectida, bacillus subtilis etc

For male

It is helpful in Males who are having infertility problems
Can fix the sexual arousal problems
Helpful to increase this spermatogenesis [production of sperms]

Botanical name

Asparagus racemosus wild

Family

Liliaceae

Asparagus racemosus Ayurvedic Medicinal Uses

Vrushya [aphrodisiac]

Ayushya [increase life span]
Stanyada [improves breast milk]
Asrajit [blood diseases]

Rasayana [Rejuvenative]
Shukrala [Improves sperm count & quality]
Kshayajit [chronic respiratory diseases]

Pushti [Nutritious]
Medhya [improves intelligence]
Pittasrahara [Bleeding disorders]

Chakshushya [Improves vision]
Atisara [diarrhoea]
Shopha [Swelling]

Gulma [abdominal tumours]
Garbh Pra [Helps in infertility]
Kshayakheenahara [Chest injury]

Ayurvedic medicinal properties

Property	Quality
RASA	SWEET, BITTER
GUNA	HEAVINESS, OILY
VEERYA	COLD POTENCY
VIPAKAA	SWEET
KARMA	BALANCES VATA & PITTA

Chemical Ingredients

Sarsasapogenin

Sitosterol

Asparagamine A

B- Sitosterol

Diosgenin

Rutin

Flavonoids

Does Shatavri increase breast size?

In many cases, it has shown an increase in the size of the breast while taking it for a long time but it is not critically proven. it may or may not be helpful to increase the size of breasts.

Shatavari Plant Morphology

It is a perennial climbing plant having straight And hooked spines

It grows up to a height of 1 to 2 metres
The flowers are white with small spikes
Its roots are tuberous white and tapered

Its fruits are battery type and have purple to black colour

Part used

Tuberous route

Dosage

Svarasa [Fresh juice]- 10 to 20 ml of svarasa can be taken once or two times a day

Kashaya [Decoction]- 50 to 100 ml once are two times a day
Churna [Powder ]- 3 to 6 grams divided in a divided dose for one day

This dosage is a general format only please take an opinion from your doctor for specific disease-related queries about the dosage.

Side effects

We have seen some hormonal changes in women taking this medicine for the long term
It helps maintain and alter the hormones of the women, so it is best to take this medicine under medical supervision.

Interaction with Allopathic Medicines

It doesn’t interact with allopathic medicine in general.

With diuretics, it can reduce potassium to very low levels
If you are taking lithium, it is better to avoid this herb. because it can reduce the Lithium in the body, which in return may increase the Lithium to very high levels by natural body reactions.
If you are taking this medicine along with other hormonal therapy medicines it is better to take help from your doctor

Interaction with Homoeopathic medicine

Normally it doesn’t interact with Homoeopathic medicines, so it is considered as safe with them.
You can get an opinion from your doctor for more information

Interaction with Health Supplements

Generally, it doesn’t interact with help supplements

If you are taking more than one health supplement at a time along with this herb it is better to take an opinion from your doctor
In our practice please suggest the patient maintain an interval of 30 minutes between consuming different systems of medicines

For pregnant women

It is better to avoid this herb in pregnant women because this has the capacity to have an impact on female hormones.

Take Consult with your doctor for better health during pregnancy

For Lactating mothers

In lactating mothers, it can improve the production of breast milk due to its galactagogue properties.
If milk production is more than enough then it is not suggested to take this

Contact your doctor for more information

With Onions garlic and related plants

People who are having an allergy to onion garlic may our this

In Kids

Generally, it doesn’t have any bad effects on kids.

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FAQ

How long does shatavari take to work?

It takes a minimum of 15 days to start showing some difference, you can get the best results in 2 months under proper doctor’s supervision.

How to take shatavari powder to increase breast size?

To increase the breast size you can take Shatavari powder 5 grams two times a day with warm milk for a minimum of 3 months. You can see differences in tone and glandular development within the breast.

How to take shatavari powder?

Shatavari powder can be taken with plain water, honey, or warm milk to get the best results According to the dosage decided by the doctor.

How to take shatavari to get pregnant?

You can take it as a Shatavari-kalpa product that is available in offline and online stores under medical supervision.

How to use ashwagandha and shatavari for weight gain?

Ashwagandha and Shatavari are made into powder form, Then taken with Masha[Black gram]. this will help to increase the body weight

How to take shatavari powder to increase breast milk?

Shatavari in the form of Kalpa will help to increase breast milk.

Is shatavari good for females?

It is a great option for females who are suffering from various types of problems specifically seen in females Like hormone imbalance amenorrhea Metrorrhagia etc.

Who should not take shatavari?

People who are under hormonal therapy, pregnant women and kids should not take it, consult your doctor to know if they can consume it or not.

Does shatavari have side effects?

Yes, it definitely has side effects who are having an allergy to onion and garlic allergic people. People who are taking lithium should also avoid it to stay away from side effects.

Does shatavari help gain weight?

Yes it definitely helps to gain weight if taken for at least 2 months simultaneously working out in the gym.

Is Ashwagandha and shatavari the same?

No Ashwagandha and Shatavari are different. The scientific name for Ashwagandha is Withania Somnifera and for Shatavari is Asparagus racemosus.

Does shatavari affect periods?

No, it doesn’t. It helps to maintain a good and healthy uterus and ovaries

Is shatavari good for PCOS?

Yes shatavari is used to treat PCOS by many doctors in India, and it is giving good results along with other medicines which are used to treat PCOS.

Is shatavari high in oestrogen?

No, neither it contains any hormone in it nor does it increases oestrogen to very high levels.

Can shatavari cause weight loss?

No helps to increase body weight, and also it can help to reduce the unwanted fat which is deposited in the body.

Should I take shatavari in the morning or at night?

You can take Shatavari in both morning and night in a specific dose which is suggested by your doctor.

Does Shatavari increase hair growth?

It nourishes the body as a rejuvenator which indirectly helps to increase the hair growth.

Is Shatavari good for the skin?

It has many antioxidants adaptogens vitamins and minerals which can help to maintain a good skin.

Is Shatavari good for heavy periods?

People who are having heavy periods should take this under strict medical supervision because it directly helps to balance the hormones how dosage make cause problems.

Is Shatavari good for ovaries?

Yes, it is good for ovaries. It helps the production of healthy Eggs to conceive.

Is Shatavari good for the uterus?

Yes, it is good for the uterus. It helps to provide Good blood circulation to the uterus and maintain the inner layers of the uterus healthy.

Is shatavari cooling or heating?

Shatavari is an Ayurvedic herbal medicine that has a cooling effect on the body.

Is shatavari oestrogen or progesterone?

It is neither oestrogen nor progesterone, It is a creeper plant used in ayurvedic medicine.

Does shatavari increase fertility?

Yes In men if it helps to increase the production of good quality sperm and in females for healthy eggs.

Is shatavari safe when trying to conceive?

Yes, it is safe when you are trying to conceive. It cures if there is infertility in males or females, and improves the sperm quality and also the egg.

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