Senna leaves and pods are well-known for their natural laxative effects, making them a go-to herbal remedy for occasional constipation. It works by stimulating bowel movements and cleansing the colon. Senna is also used in detox teas, herbal infusions, and Ayurvedic colon cleanse formulas. Its efficacy and fast action make it a widely accepted ingredient in pharmaceutical-grade laxatives and wellness products.
Senna leaves, derived from the senna plant (Senna alexandrina), have been used for centuries as a Herb for various health issues. This plant is native to regions in Africa, the Middle East, and some parts of Asia. These leaves contain compounds called sennosides, which are responsible for their laxative effects.
1. Laxative Properties: Senna leaves are primarily known for their potent laxative effects. The sennosides in these leaves stimulate the muscles in the intestines, leading to increased contractions and bowel movements, often used in the form of herbal teas, capsules, or tablets for this purpose.
2. Constipation & Hemorrhoids Relief: These leaves are particularly effective in providing relief from constipation, by stimulating bowel contractions, these leaves help soften the stool and facilitate its passage through the intestines. It help prevent straining during bowel movements, which can exacerbate hemorrhoid symptoms.
3. Bowel Cleansing: These leaves are sometimes used as part of bowel cleansing regimens before medical procedures such as colonoscopies or surgeries to ensure it is empty for diagnostic or surgical purposes.
6. Traditional Medicine: They are believed to have diuretic properties and are sometimes used to promote urine production and relieve fluid retention. These leaves have also been used to treat skin conditions such as acne and ringworm when applied topically.
7. Antioxidant Properties: These leaves contain antioxidants that help neutralize harmful free radicals in the body, protecting cells from damage caused by oxidative stress, which is associated with aging, inflammation, and chronic diseases.
• Used in herbal laxatives, detox blends, and slimming teas
• Available as dried leaves, pods, and powder
• Exported under pharmacopeial standards (IP/BP/USP)
• Sennosides content (the active laxative compound)