{"product_id":"indian-arsaparilla","title":"Indian Sarsaparilla (Hemidesmus indicus, Sugandi, Anantamul) - Dried Herb, Organic","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"\u003eHemidesmus indicus, known in Sanskrit as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnantamul\u003c\/b\u003e, meaning\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e“eternal root,”\u003c\/i\u003e is a beloved creeping vine that graces the soils of India and much of southern Asia. Native to the Indian subcontinent, this fragrant healer can be found flourishing from the foothills of the Himalayas to the lush, humid lands of Kerala. It has also made its way to Sri Lanka, Malaysia, and Indonesia, cherished wherever it takes root.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor thousands of years, Anantamul has been treasured in \u003cb\u003eAyurvedic medicine\u003c\/b\u003e for its deeply purifying and rejuvenating nature. Classified as a \u003cb\u003eRasayana\u003c\/b\u003e (a restorative herb promoting longevity and vitality) and a \u003cb\u003eTridosha Shamaka\u003c\/b\u003e, it harmonizes all three doshas — \u003cb\u003eVata, Pitta, and Kapha\u003c\/b\u003e — restoring balance to the body’s inner ecology. Especially cooling and soothing to excess \u003cb\u003ePitta\u003c\/b\u003e, it is often called upon to calm fiery conditions such as inflammation, skin irritations, and internal heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eTaste \u0026amp; Aroma\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe root of Indian Sarsaparilla carries a \u003cb\u003esweet, earthy, and woody essence\u003c\/b\u003e, with delicate notes of \u003cb\u003evanilla, licorice, and cinnamon\u003c\/b\u003e. It is a favored ingredient in cooling tonics and traditional herbal beverages throughout India, particularly during the warmer seasons to refresh the body and spirit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eEnergetics \u0026amp; Actions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1722\" data-start=\"1497\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eTaste (Rasa):\u003c\/b\u003e Sweet, slightly bitter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eVirya (Energy):\u003c\/b\u003e Cooling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eVipaka (Post-digestive effect):\u003c\/b\u003e Sweet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eActions:\u003c\/b\u003e Purifying, rejuvenating, cooling, demulcent, anti-inflammatory, diuretic, diaphoretic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnantamul is known to \u003cb\u003ecool and cleanse the blood and lymph\u003c\/b\u003e, gently supporting the elimination of heat-born impurities from the system. It has long been used to \u003cb\u003esoothe the skin\u003c\/b\u003e, support \u003cb\u003earthritic and inflammatory conditions\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003etone the kidneys and urinary tract\u003c\/b\u003e. Its gentle detoxifying properties make it a traditional ally in \u003cb\u003eskin eruptions, fevers, and metabolic imbalance\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich in trace \u003cb\u003eminerals\u003c\/b\u003e such as \u003ci\u003eiron, calcium, magnesium, selenium, zinc,\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003echromium\u003c\/i\u003e, it may offer nourishment for those with \u003cb\u003eiron-deficient anemia\u003c\/b\u003e and general depletion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAdd \u003cb\u003e1 teaspoon\u003c\/b\u003e of the dried root to \u003cb\u003e1 cup of water\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eSimmer gently for \u003cb\u003e15 minutes\u003c\/b\u003e, strain, and enjoy \u003cb\u003eup to three cups daily\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSweeten lightly with honey if desired (once cooled slightly), or blend with other cooling herbs such as \u003ci\u003efennel, cardamom, or licorice root\u003c\/i\u003e for enhanced balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e Cautions \u0026amp; Contraindications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any disease or illness. Please consult your healthcare provider prior to the use of this product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications or have a medical condition. Individual results may vary.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gaia Garden Herbals Inc.","offers":[{"title":"100 g","offer_id":51806710202647,"sku":null,"price":28.17,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":51806710235415,"sku":null,"price":127.9,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kg","offer_id":51806710268183,"sku":null,"price":281.71,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/6191\/2599\/files\/IndianSarsaparilla_6db333ab-8711-4862-ae72-8001c7c5575c.webp?v=1768494232","url":"https:\/\/www.gaiagarden.com\/products\/indian-arsaparilla","provider":"Gaia Garden Herbals Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}