Cashew

BOTANICAL  NAME : ANACARDIUM OCCIDENTALE

FAMILY: Anacardiaceae SYNONYMS:

ENGLISH: Palm nut, Kola nut

HINDI: Kashyu

TAMIL: Muntiri

TELUGU: Jīḍipappu

CHEMICAL CONSTITUENTS:

The ethanolic extract of Anacardium occidentale cracked bark showed various phytochemicals like phenolics, flavonoids, triterpenoids and saponins. Alkaloids and saponins were not detected

USES:

1)     Diabetes

2)     High cholesterol

3)     Heart disease

4)     Stomach and intestinal

5)     (Gastrointestinal) ailments

6)     Skin problems

7)     Lower bad cholesterol

8)     Helps improve metabolism and reduce Ama by improving the digestive fire

9)     Vital for the development of bones

10) Tissues, muscles, and organs of the body