Cissus Quadrangularis - Vitaceae Family.

Originally shared by Radhamani Jagadeesan

Cissus Quadrangularis - Vitaceae Family.

Cissus quadrangularis is a type of plant that is a part of the grape family. It is sometimes referred to as Veldt Grape, Devil's Backbone, Asthisamharaka and Hadjod. Most sources suggest that the plant is native to Sri Lanka or India, but it can also be found in Southeast Asia, Africa and Arabia. Many people take the extract from cissus quadrangularis in the form of a supplement because it has many benefits. Below are some of the benefits of taking cissus quadrangularis extract:
Help heal broken bones:
Cissus quadrangularis is known for its ability to help broken bones heal faster. Researchers believe that cissus quadrangularis helps increase the uptake of calcium. Calcium is one of the key nutrients that increases bone strength. There has also been evidence to suggest that taking cissus quadrangularis everyday can reduce a person’s risk of fracturing a bone by up to 40 percent.

Weight loss & Reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes:
When cissus quadrangularis is combined with a healthy diet and exercise plan, it can help promote weight loss.   Researchers believe that this supplement helps suppress appetite and burn fat.  It also able to reduce blood pressure, blood sugar, triglycerides and cholesterol.

May reduce the risk of heart disease:
There has not been enough research done to determine the effects that cissus quadrangularis has on heart disease. However, some health experts do believe that this supplement can potentially reduce the risk of this condition. Cissus quadrangularis helps treat and prevent obesity. Obesity is one of the biggest risk factors for heart disease.

Helps relieve pain and inflammation:
Cissus quadrangularis is very high in Vitamin C. Vitamin C is an antioxidant nutrient that has been shown to reduce inflammation. Inflammation can cause pain, swelling and numerous other health problems. Many health experts compare the pain-relieving effects of cissus quadrangularis to Aspirin or Ibuprofen.