MANJAKANI
Scientific name : Quercus infectoria
Common name : Oak gall
Local name : Manjakani
i) Rich in tannins, vitamin A and C, calcium, and gallic acid, fiber, protein and carbohydrates.
ii) Contains the elements of astringency, anti-microbes, and anti-inflammatory.
USE IN TRADITIONAL MEDICINE
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Active Ingredients
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Functions |
| i) Anti-oxidant |
- Prevention of breast and cervical cancer- Reduce the process of aging |
| ii) Astringent |
- Helps in eliminating bacterial, yeast and fungal infection, the main causes of itching and unpleasant odors in the intimate area.- reducing excessive discharges - can also help in reducing excessive discharges which can cause unpleasant odors- also aids in healing external tissues damage after childbirth- helps for a smoother skin and also prevent acne- can improve the eye sight due to its properties in shrinking the tissues in your eyes- helps in preventing dry and oily skin |
| iii) Tannins |
- Help in properties of tightening the vagina muscle and help reverse loss of elasticity by ageing, hormonal changes and childbirth |
| iv) Calcium |
- helps in preventing dry and oily skin |
Fig. 1 Manjakani picture
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