Vacha | Gudbach | Sweet Flag Root

Ayurvedic Classification	Description
Sanskrit Name	Vacha
Gunas (Qualities)	Laghu (Light), Tikshna (Sharp), Sara (Mobile), Ruksha (Dry)
Rasa (Taste)	Tikta (Bitter), Katu (Pungent), Madhura (Sweet)
Virya (Potency)	Ushna (Hot)
Vipaka (Post-Digestive Taste)	Katu (Pungent)
Dosha Affinity	Tridoshic (Balances all three doshas), but can aggravate Pitta in excess
Karma (Actions)	Medhya (Improves cognitive function), Deepana (Stimulates digestion), Pachana (Helps digest Ama or toxins), Rochana (Appetizer), Sangrahi (Stops diarrhea), Shirovirechana (Cleanses and opens channels in the head), Hridya (Good for the heart)

Active Compound	Benefits
Acoruscalamus oil	Has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. May help with digestion and improve cognitive function.
Beta-asarone	May have anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties. May also improve cognitive function and memory.
Elemenone	Has antibacterial and antifungal properties. May also help with pain relief and have a calming effect.
Calamendiol	Has antimicrobial properties and may help with skin conditions such as acne and eczema.
Camphene	May have anti-inflammatory properties and help with respiratory conditions such as bronchitis and asthma.
Iso-menthone	May have antifungal properties and help with digestive issues.
Asarone	May have anti-inflammatory properties and help with cognitive function and memory.

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