Senna Leaves Powder

Senna leaves powder is generally used for its laxative properties. Senna contains anthraquinones, sennosides, numerous minor sennosides have been identified, and all appear to contribute to the laxative effect. These compounds work as a laxative by smoothing & relaxing the tissues as digested food moves through the intestines. It helps to eliminate Vitiated & putriefied Pitta through motion and gives relief in fever caused by excessive Pitta. It supports the reduction of ascitis (fluid accumulation in peritoneum) with other medicines. It aids in the removal of toxins from the skin layer and removing it from the intestines. It helps to remove extra phlegm from the lungs and reduce the intensity of cough. It is also found that Senna constituents, aloe-emodin, and beta-sitosterol, possess inhibitory activity against cancer cells in mice.