Andrographis Herb Fights Infection and Protects the Body

Andrographis paniculata, is an herb that is cultivated in South and Southeast Asia, where its leaves and roots are used to treat infections. The active ingredients, including andrographolides, have been investigated for potential health benefits in scientific studies.

“A. paniculata has been reported as having antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, choleretic, hypoglycemic, hypocholesterolemic, and adaptogenic effects,” writes Shahid Akbar, MD, PhD, in a recent review. “In the Unani system of medicine, it is considered aperient, anti-inflammatory, emollient, astringent, diuretic, emmenagogue, gastric and liver tonic, carminative, antihelmintic, and antipyretic.”1

A study published in 1975 revealed an effect for Andrographis paniculata against Ascaris lumbricoides, …read more