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Reetha

Also Known As : Soapnuts, Soapberries, Washing nuts
Technical Name : Sapindus mukorossi
Can Eat 0

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has pungent taste.

Common names and forms

  1. Raw Dried Reetha
  2. Soap
  3. Soap powder
  4. Soapnut powder (Sapindus mukorossi)

Description

Reetha is a small fruit of the deciduous plant, Sapindus mukorossi, cultivated only on clay soil. It is found growing in the foothills of the Himalayan mountains. It is native to Western coastal Maharashtra –Konkan, and Goa in India. It is very popular in Ayurveda and used in its dried and ground form. 

Health benefits

  • Reetha is very beneficial for skin as it helps in moisturising skin, prevents dryness, lightens complexion and helps to get rid of pimples and blackheads.(1)
  • It also helps to treat skin diseases such as eczema and psoriasis.(1)
  • Reetha is beneficial for hair growth.(1)
  • It is also effective to tackle with migraine headaches.(1)
  • It has anti-inflammatory properties which can cure joint pains and edema.(1)

Note

Pregnant women should not consume reetha as it may induce abortion. Reetha may cause rashes and skin irritation.(2)

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.google.co.in/amp/s/www.stylecraze.com/articles/benefits-of-soapnuts-for-skin-hair-and-health/%3famp=1

(2) https://cashkaro.com/blog/reetha-benefits-how-to-use-side-effects-more/51981/5

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