Shatavari Root (Musli Satawar)

Description

Shatavari Root (Musli Satawar) (موصلی ستاور)

Satawar is the dried root of the wild asparagus plant. In Ayurvedic and Unani tradition it is best known as a herb for women.

Quick facts

Below are the ways Musli Satawar is valued in desi and Unani tradition. This is traditional and general information, not medical advice.

15 ways to use Musli Satawar

1. Milk tonic: Stir half a teaspoon of powder into warm milk with mishri.
2. Asgand mix: Mix equal parts with Asgand for a tonic.
3. Ghee milk: Add a little ghee to the milk.
4. Date shake: Blend with milk and dates.
5. Panjiri: Add to panjiri for new mothers, with elder advice.
6. Summer milk: Take with cool milk because of its cool nature.
7. Honey mix: Mix a pinch with honey.
8. Kheer: Stir a little into kheer.
9. Oats: Add to warm porridge.
10. Bidhari combination: Mix with Bidhari Kand in tonics.
11. Grinding: Grind dry roots into powder.
12. Sieving: Sieve for a smooth drink.
13. Hakeem formulas: Used in traditional women’s tonics.
14. Storage: Keep dry roots in a closed jar.
15. Guidance: Ask a hakeem, especially when breastfeeding.

20 benefits and traditional uses of Musli Satawar

1. Women’s herb: The most famous herb for women in Ayurvedic tradition.
2. Women’s tonic tradition: Used as a general tonic for women.
3. Nursing mothers’ tradition: Traditionally used for new mothers.
4. Cooling nature: Unani and Ayurvedic texts describe it as cooling.
5. Nourishing root: Described as nourishing in old books.
6. Stomach tradition: Used in the tradition for a calm stomach.
7. Strength tradition: Also used in tonics for general strength.
8. Men’s tonics too: Included in some traditional men’s formulas.
9. Milk tonic: Taken with warm milk in the tradition.
10. Pairs with Ashwagandha: Classic combination in tonic mixes.
11. Pairs with Bidhari Kand: Used together in nourishing formulas.
12. Summer friendly: Its cool nature suits hot weather.
13. Elderly tonic: Traditionally given as a gentle tonic.
14. Mild taste: Easy to take with milk.
15. Wild asparagus: Root of the Asparagus racemosus plant.
16. Whole root: Keeps its strength longer than powder.
17. Easy to grind: Dry roots grind well.
18. Hakeem raw material: Standard dawakhana stock.
19. Stores well: Keeps in a dry jar.
20. Trusted for centuries: Used for thousands of years.

Buying tip: Good Satawar roots are long, cream to pale yellow, dry and firm with a mild sweet taste. Dark or mouldy roots are old.

Why buy from Maqsood Herbal Store

We have been in the herbal trade since 2005. Every item is checked for correct identity, colour, smell and cleanliness, and packed fresh after you order. We deliver all over Pakistan within 3 days for a flat Rs 300. You can pay by Cash on Delivery, JazzCash or Easypaisa. Sealed items can be returned within 7 days.

Storage

Keep in a cool, dry place in an airtight container, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Always use a dry spoon.

Please see a doctor

Traditional use is not the same as proven medical treatment. Please see a doctor or a qualified hakeem before using any herb for a health problem, especially if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, giving it to a child, taking regular medicine, or have a long term illness. Stop use and see a doctor if you notice any allergy or side effect.

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Disclaimer: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The information on this page describes traditional use only and is not medical advice.