What is Kaunch beej or Mucuna pruriens?

Kaunch beej or Cowhage is widely known as “The magic velvet bean”. It is a leguminous plant and is a good source of protein.
Kaunch beej increases sexual desire as well as the quality and quantity of sperm due to its aphrodisiac property. It helps in the management of nervous disorders like Parkinson's diseases and controls the symptoms of arthritis. The most effective way of consuming Kaunch beej powder is with milk. It might also help reduce the risk of breast cancer.

Mucuna pruriens, Banar Kakua, Cowhage, Kavach, Kaucha, Kewanch, Kaunch, Nasugunne, Naikuruna, Khajkuhilee, Baikhujnee, Tatgajuli, Kawach, Poonaikkali, Doolagondi, Duradagondi, Kanwach, Konch, Kapikacchu.

 

How does Kaunch beej help in Ayurvedic Healing?

 

Kaunch beej helps in the below conditions -

 

1. Insect Bite
Kaunch beej powder helps to reduce the poisonous effect of insect bite. This is because of its Ropan (healing) property.

- Recommended Products by Dhanwantri Pharmaceutical to cure Insect Bite-
Use Swarn Madhu to cure inspect bite. Swarn Madhu has Kaunch beej as one of its major composition.

 

2. Wound healing
Kaunch beej powder helps in quick healing of wound, decreases swelling and brings back the normal texture of the skin. A paste of Kaunch beej powder with Coconut oil helps in quick healing and reduces inflammation. This is due to its Ropan (healing) property.