Marigold flowers possess healing touch

Dehradun: Marigold flowers are known for their beauty and enhance the attractiveness of gardens. The appealing flower is replete with medicinal values such as vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin C, minerals, and antioxidants, providing numerous health benefits. Marigold leaves are the natural remedy for various ailments, addressing hair loss to combating fungal infections on the scalp. Besides this, anti-cancer properties have been found in marigolds, which can help in the remedy of intestinal cancer, blood cancer, and even piles.

Dr. Siraj Siddiqui, an Ayurvedic practitioner from Dehradun, Uttarakhand, shares that marigold flowers are widely used in Ayurvedic therapies. He explains that these flowers are rich in essential vitamins like A, E, and C, as well as minerals such as iron, potassium, zinc, and magnesium. Marigold is particularly beneficial for managing diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. Consuming one teaspoon of marigold flower powder daily can contribute to better health.

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He further mentioned that marigold flowers are excellent for treating skin issues like boils and rashes. Mixing marigold petals with turmeric and applying it to the skin can help reduce these problems. For diabetic patients suffering from foot wounds, which sometimes lead to the need for amputation, marigold extracts can be extremely effective in healing such injuries. Marigold flowers are also beneficial for hair health.

Therefore, marigold flowers not only entice the people from all walks of life. It was the favourite flower of the great dramatist William Shakespeare. Why not? Because of its beauty and healing touch.