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Picrorhiza kurroa: The Vitiligo Cure We’ve Been Waiting For

Reviewed by Dr.Vijaykumar Kamat & written by Dr. Khyati Dave.

Vitiligo sufferers can experience a profound psychological impact that can lead to a rapid decline in their self-esteem.

Have you also been affected by vitiligo? You have tried every prescribed treatment but to no avail. You may be discouraged that the spots won’t disappear despite your best efforts. We understand how frustrating it can be when your spots just won’t go away despite all your efforts.

Continue reading to learn what you can do to bring color back into your life.

What is Vitiligo

Leucoderma (vitiligo) is a condition of the skin characterized by patches of white skin. This occurs when the pigment that gives skin color, melanin, is deficient.

Vitiligo can be a result of an autoimmune disease where the body attacks its own pigmented melanocytes (melanocytes), not recognizing them as their own. There are many factors that can cause vitiligo, including hormonal imbalances, genetic predisposition, and other autoimmune disorders such as diabetes, hypothyroidism or diabetes.

Treatment Options for Vitiligo

Conventional treatments, such as corticosteroid lotions, creams, PUVA therapy, and surgery, are currently recommended. However, these have only produced limited results, since they offer only symptomatic relief, and don’t address the root causes of your problem. Most treatments have unpleasant side effects. Scientists and researchers have begun testing alternative ways to manage this condition due to the limited options in modern medicine. In an effort to develop a treatment protocol, many studies have been done on natural ingredients like evidence-based herbs and homeopathic dilutions.

Can Picrorhiza kurroa Cure Vitiligo

Picrorhiza kurroa is one of the herbs that have shown promising results during various clinical trials to assess their efficacy for conditions such as Vitiligo. It is also used traditionally in Ayurvedic medicine to promote skin and liver health.

Picrorhiza Kurroa, also known as Kutki and Kutaki in Ayurveda, is an Ayurvedic plant. Two molecules, picroside I & picroside 2, are responsible for their therapeutic properties. Collectively these active molecules are known as kutkin / picroliv.

What makes Picrorhiza Kurroa such a promising herb

Let’s first look at some of the traditional uses for picrorhiza.

Clinical studies have shown that this herb has antibacterial, antiperiodic (relieves obstructions of bile), purging, detoxifying, and laxative properties. It also has anti-inflammatory, allergy, antioxidant, and rejuvenating properties. This plant is packed with health-promoting attributes that could be useful for treating a variety of conditions.

You will also find that traditional practitioners often recommend this herb to treat liver and upper respiratory tract problems.

Researchers have tested the herb for conditions such as vitiligo, psoriasis, and viral hepatitis.

Does Picrorhiza Kurroa Provide Relief for Vitiligo Patients

Vitiligo destroys pigment cells in your body. According to the autoimmune theory, the gradual destruction of melanocytes is caused when the body misidentifies the melanocytes and releases immune cells in order to rid itself of them. This has been accepted by all medical professionals. This theory is based also on the fact that melanocyte-specific antibodies circulating in vitiligo sufferers.

Additionally, CD8+ T-cells (which are crucial for killing cancerous and virally-infected cells, as well as restraining certain types of immune responses) were also found in lesions with vitiligo. The autoimmune attack against melanocytes is therefore a combination of humoral and cell immunity.

The best way to treat this condition is by stopping the body from attacking itself, balancing the body and removing any disturbances that may be contributing to the development of vitiligo, and protecting, nourishing, and rejuvenating your skin.

Picrorhiza has anti-inflammatory properties that stop the release of cytokines which cause inflammation and disrupt melanocyte function. Its cleansing and detoxifying properties improve skin and liver health. Meanwhile, its immunomodulatory property controls hypersensitivity, antibodies-mediated responses, and phagocytic activities. Picrorhiza’s versatile properties could prevent the destruction of melanocytes, eliminate toxins, and rejuvenate skin. A preliminary trial showed that Picrorhiza when combined with methoxsalen drug, could accelerate recovery from vitiligo.

Biogetica is a pioneer in natural medicine and has researched many natural ingredients. In addition, we have a number of patents that are published in this area. We continue to strive to create the most effective combinations for our protocols to target root issues across the physical and energetic spectrums and to help you on your journey to health and freedom.

Picrorhiza Kurroa is, therefore, a key ingredient in our multi-disciplinary, holistic, Freedom Kit.

We have formulated this protocol with several clinically researched ayurvedic herbs such as Acorus calamus, Psoralea corylifolia, Tinospora cordifolia, Curcuma longa, etc along with picrorhiza kurroa and homeopathic attenuations in easy-to-consume pills. In fact, our product pigmento has been clinically tested in vitiligo patients and 60% of them reported repigmentation. We strive to harness the immense potent powers of nature and present them to humanity in a bid to get Nature the respect it deserves. To know more about our health protocols or to get expert advice on any health-related concerns, please consult our doctors available 24/7 at www.biogetica.com now.

References:

Bedi KL, Zutshi U, Chopra CL, Amla V. Picrorhiza kurroa, an Ayurvedic herb, may potentiate photochemotherapy in vitiligo. J Ethnopharmacol1989;27:347–52
Dr. B. Safia MBBS, M.D, DVD, Asst Prof of skin & VD, Pigmento in Leucoderma Clinical Evaluation of an Ayurvedic Combination Therapy.

About The Author

Dr. Khyati Dave Homeopathic Consultant

Dr.Khyati has a B.H.M.S degree from the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Mumbai. She is a licensed Homoeopath, with over 4 years of clinical experience in Homeopathy, as well as Allopathy. She also holds a certified Degree in Nutrition & Health Education. She is associated with the field of Wellness & Nutrition for several years. She conducts seminars on Pre-Motherhood for pregnant women. Dr.Khyati can assist you on Home remedies, Diet, Nutrition, Alternative Medicine and Homeopathy. She is thoroughly versed with Biogetica's groundbreaking line of full spectrum products. Being a reservoir of information on natural health, she can be of immense help to you in your journey towards health and freedom!

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