Radish Leaves

Written by Medindia Content Team | Reviewed by Medindia Complementary Medicine Team on Aug 27, 2019

Indications:

Balances kapha
Relieves tumors
It is an aphrodisiac
Helps in elimination of urine
It is a laxative
Relieves flatulence
Strengthens the stomach
It is a stimulant
It is antiscorbutic - Relieves scurvy

It is suggested in the treatment of-

Stomach disorders
Piles
Urinary disorders
Syphilis
Lung diseases
Jaundice
Rheumatism
Difficulty in urination
Anemia
Scurvy
Tuberculosis
It causes burning sensation in chest

Preparation: Ingredients:

Radish Leaves – 2 bunches
Mung dhal – 1
Mustard – 1 tsp
Asafoetida – 1 pinch
Cumin seeds – 1 tsp
Ghee – 2 tsp
Rock salt - according to taste

Method:

Separate the leaves. Wash and chop them. Cook the mung dhal well in water. When mung dhal is cooked, add the chopped leaves and cook for few more minutes till the leaves become tender. Season with asafetida, mustard and cumin, using ghee.