
- Pueraria Mirifica (Lobata)
What is Pueraria Mirifica?
Pueraria mirifica is a plant locally known in Thailand as Kwao Krua. This plant is common in Thailand and neighboring Myanmar and as far as India. In a study by conducted by Garry Gordon, MD., who has visited Thailand to study this plant, he discovered that there is a low rate of breast cancer in the region where this plant is growing. It is in this connection that Pueraria mirifica has been called the miracle plant (mirifica means miracle). In fact, many people in Thailand and around the world have long regarded this plant as a miracle herb. Today this plant is also called the herbal rejuvenation therapy or the herbal remedy from Thailand (HRT).
In the research conducted on this plant, it was discovered that this herb actually contains phytoestrogens like the miroestrol and deoxymiroestrol. In fact, phytoestrogens are exclusively found in Pueraria mirifica as a herbal tuberous root. As a result, this herb is said to be stronger than soy or red clover isoflavones. What is good is that the Thai government may be supporting the further exploration and research of this plant to better suit the needs of the society.
Breast Enlargement is Pueraria Mirifica’s only side effect
The only side effects of this herb is that it results to the development of larger breasts, both in women and men. It causes breast enlargement precisely because of estrogen. In fact, in a research released by the Chulalongkorn University in Thailand, it states that this herbal plant can actually increase the size of a woman’s breast by 80%. Moreover, the plant has also other benefits on the skin, hair breasts and strength of nails.
The Pueraria Mirifica plant
As a plant, Pueraria mirifica belongs to the hard vine and it grows and climbs on large trees. It also has unique leaves characteristics since it has three leaves per one petiole. Its leaves are very simple (ovate) and angle leaf tips. The flowers of Pueraria mirifica are bluish purple and it has a cluster of 30 centimeters length at the end of its twig. The flowers are similar to bean flowers and each is composed of five petals which are wrapped like an ovary.
The season whereby the Pueraria Mirifica herb produces flowers is from February to March and by April it produces pods. The root of this herb is tuberous and is often seen in different sizes. In fact, its appearance is very similar to yam roots. Once the roots are exposed, it reveals a white color and if eaten in it’s raw state can causes dizziness. The size and quality of the roots and the estrogen effects varies according to the soil conditions where the plant is grow and cultivated. Normally, however, each root can weigh as much as 100 kilograms. The size of the root also differs according to the soil condition.
Related Pueraria Mirifica articles
- The Miracle Herb (PuerariaHerb.com)
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