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Botanical Name: Garcinia cambogia
Family: Clusiaceae
English Name: Malabar Tamarind / Kudampuli / Brindleberry
Malayalam Name: Koṭampuli
Hindi Name: Malabar Imli
Kodampuli (Garcinia cambogia) is a small to medium-sized tropical tree native to the Western Ghats and coastal regions. It bears round, yellow to reddish fruits about the size of an orange. The dried rind of the fruit is very sour and is used both as a culinary spice (especially in Kerala fish curries) and in traditional medicine. The fruit contains hydroxycitric acid (HCA), which has gained fame for weight management and fat metabolism. In Ayurveda, it is valued as a digestive, anti-obesity, and liver-supportive medicine. It is also known as Malabar tamarind or the brindle berry, is native to Southeast Asia. There, it’s often used in curries and as a preservative for food. In the U.S., garcinia cambogia is most often found in tea or as a supplement. Claims made in support of garcinia cambogia’s potential benefits suggest that it can help weight loss, reduce appetite, lower cholesterol, improve rheumatism, and even relieve intestinal problems. While these health claims are impressive, science is still studying whether garcinia cambogia actually provides the benefits its supporters claim.
Fruit rind (dried), fruit juice
1. Antioxidant Protection:Garcinia contains antioxidants like flavonoids that combat oxidative stress, a factor in skin aging. 2. Anti-Aging Properties:By fighting free radicals and supporting cellular health, Garcinia may help slow down the skin's aging process and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. 3. UV Protection:The pigments and antioxidants in Garcinia can offer a protective barrier against harmful UV rays, helping to prevent sun damage and sunburns. 4. Blemish and Scar Reduction:Applied externally, it may help protect the skin from scars and contribute to an even skin tone. 5. Radiant and Youthful Skin:The antioxidant and anti-aging effects can result in smoother, more radiant, and younger-looking skin. 6. Anti-Inflammatory Effects:Some Garcinia compounds have shown anti-inflammatory properties, which can contribute to overall skin health.
Digestive, carminative, anti-obesity, hypolipidemic, hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, anthelmintic, antioxidant, appetite suppressant.
Rasa: Amla, Katu
Guna: Laghu, Ruksha
Virya: Usna
Vipaka: Katu
Dosha Karma: Vatakapha shamaka
