Pashanabheda, a Kerala herb whose name means stone-breaker, treats kidney stones and urinary problems. Locals say it cures all kidney and bladder issues. The plant goes into monsoon rice congee and leaf tea to ease burning, blockage, and frequent urination.
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Did you know there's an herb called Pashanabheda, or that which breaks up stones, especially in the kidneys? Today we are headed out to look for an herb that will cure all sorts of urinary disorders. In my mom's words, "Muthra sambaddha maya illa rovangal dem uttamudi." In English, that translates to the one answer for any problem related to our kidneys or our urinary bladder. Are you ready? Let's go. Life-saving precious herbs are found mostly in these rural byroads. Pashanabheda is very important for the people of Kerala. Every year during this rainy season, we have a special rice congee which is prepared with a lot of medicines and spices. This herb is one of the main ingredients. Tea of the leaves and the flowers will help conditions like burning, blockage, or frequent urination. In Kerala, Ayurveda physicians and knowledgeable laymen work together to create a healthy, happy society.