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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Paneer Dodi<\/a><\/li>
Potential Health Benefits of Paneer Dodi<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Paneer Dodi<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Paneer Dodi<\/a><\/li>
Precautions<\/a><\/li>
Interactions With Other Drugs<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nPaneer dodi, scientifically called Withania coagulans<\/em>, is a small bushy shrub from the Solanaceae <\/em>family. It is commonly known as \u2018paneer dodi\u2019 or \u2018Indian cheese maker\u2019 because the fruits of this plant have milk-coagulating properties, and therefore, it is called paneer dodi. Traditionally, different parts of the plant, mainly the fruit, were used as a magic healer for some health conditions^{1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
Paneer dodi is found in the eastern Mediterranean region and spreads to Southern Asia. It is most commonly found in drier areas of Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Gujarat in India. In folk (traditional) medicine, various parts of this plant, mainly fruits, are valued for their therapeutic potential ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
The local\/regional names of paneer dodi are Panir, Khamjaria, Khamjira in Punjab; Asvagandha in Bengal; Kaknaj in Bombay; Asgandha in Gwalior; Punirband, Punirjafota in Sindhi; Panneru-gadda in Telugu; Hab kaknaj in Urdu; Punirbad, Kaknajehindi in Persian; Kaknajehindi, Javzulmizaja in Arabic; and Asvagandhi in Canares ^{2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
In folk medicine, paneer dodi has been used for conditions such as chronic liver ailments, dyspepsia (indigestion), flatulent colic (severe stomach pain due to gas), asthma, intestinal infections, biliousness (poor digestion and excess gas), and strangury (slow, painful urination)^{2<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
<\/span>Nutritional Value of Paneer Dodi<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe plant is rich in carbohydrates, free amino acids, alkaloids, tannins, steroids, esterase, phenolic compounds, organic acids, essential oil, fatty oil, and free sugar ^{1<\/sup><\/a>^,<\/sup>}^{2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
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I recently read an article suggesting ^{6<\/sup><\/a> that Paneer dodi contains withanolides, which have been shown to have anticancer activity, and flavonoids, which may have antimutagenic and anticarcinogenic properties. This property may help with cancer.<\/p>\n}Dr. Siddharth Gupta, B.A.M.S, M.D (Ayu)<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Potential Health Benefits of Paneer Dodi<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n1. May Support Blood Sugar Management<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe flowers and fruits of paneer dodi are often used in folk medicine to manage diabetes ^{5<\/sup><\/a>. In an animal model}^{2<\/sup><\/a> with type 2 diabetes, paneer dodi was discovered to improve signs and symptoms while achieving normal blood glucose levels during the trial. Therefore, you may use paneer dodi for managing blood glucose levels. However, you need to talk to your doctor before using paneer dodi or other herbs to manage your symptoms. Also, avoid using herbal supplements as an alternative to modern medicine.<\/p>}
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