Abstract

DRAGON FRUIT HERBAL GUTIKA: A POTENTIAL AYURVEDIC DOSAGE FORM FOR MULTIPLE HEALTH BENEFITS

Varshit K. Parmar, Suhani A. Shah* and Tanvi R. Bhavsar

ABSTRACT

Hylocereus polyrhizus, also known as the red-fleshed pitaya, and Hylocereus undatus, also known as the white-fleshed pitaya, are two common species of dragon fruit that are members of the Cactaceae family. Both of these species are gaining popularity in a lot of countries all over the world. Antioxidants, a high fiber content, anti-diabetic, anticancer, nutraceutical activity, immune booster, and iron supplement are just a few of the many health benefits of dragon fruit. Ayurveda prescribes herbal Gutika as a dosage form. Because it has so many health benefits, dragon fruit herbal Gutika can be used for many different purposes.

Keywords: Red Dragon Fruit, Herbal Gutika, Dosage form, Health benefits.