Vaividang Extract, (Embelia ribes) 50g an important herb in Ayurveda

Vaividang Extract (Embelia ribes)

Common Name: Vaividang / Vidanga
Botanical Name: Embelia ribes
Family: Myrsinaceae
Plant Part Used: Dried fruits (berries)
Form: Extract powder or standardized extract

🔬 Key Constituents:

• Embelin (main active compound)

• Flavonoids

• Tannins

• Alkaloids

• Volatile oils

🌸 Traditional Ayurvedic Uses:

1. Antiparasitic & Anthelmintic:

   • Strongly used to expel intestinal worms

   • Especially effective in children (under supervision)

2. Digestive Health:

   • Improves appetite and digestion

   • Helps relieve bloating and flatulence

3. Skin & Blood Purification:

   • Supports detoxification

   • Used in some formulations for skin disorders

4. Reproductive Health:

   • Used traditionally to enhance fertility in both men and women

   • Sometimes paired with other rasayana herbs

5. Weight & Metabolism Support:

   • Found in anti-obesity formulations due to its metabolism-enhancing action

💊 Suggested Dosage (for extract powder):

• 250 mg – 500 mg once or twice daily

• Best taken with warm water or honey, depending on the condition

⚠️ Precautions:

• Not recommended in pregnancy

• Long-term use should be supervised by a practitioner

• May cause mild gastric irritation in sensitive individuals

🧪 Quality Tip for Stocking:

Look for extract standardized for Embelin content (minimum 5%) if possible, as that’s the main active constituent.