Below are some points on how to take costus:
- 1tsp costus powder, 1tsp honey in warm water, ideally on an empty stomach, once a day. ...
- 1tsp costus powder, 1tsp honey, mix together and apply to the skin surface. ...
- 1tsp costus powder, 1 glass of water, boil together for 2 minutes and allow to cool. ...
- 1tsp costus, apply directly to the skin. ...
- 5. 1tsp costus powder, 1 glass of coconut oil. ...
Full Answer
How to use Costus powder for skin care?
For unwanted skin spots, skin discolouration, scars, and burns: Mix Costus powder in equal parts with raw honey and add a very small amount of clean water to make a paste. Apply to the area once per day, for 20-30 minutes, and then wash off.
What is costus root used for?
Overview Information. Costus is an herb. The root and oil from the root are used to make medicine. Costus root is used for treating worm (nematode) infections. Costus oil is used for asthma, cough, gas, and severe intestinal diseases such as dysentery and cholera. It is also used as a tonic and to stimulate digestion.
What is the best way to take Costus?
For chest infections, asthma, and pleurisy: Mix a teaspoon of Costus with raw honey and smear on the inside of the right cheek, three times a day. For digestive problems, IBS, Crohn’s or intestinal parasites: Crush it into a powder (I use a cheap coffee grinder) and mix a teaspoon of Costus with raw honey, water or other liquids.
How to use costus root for acne treatment?
Take Costus root powder (1-2 grams), with water/honey for 15 days (prior to expected menstruation) twice a day. Take 1/2 gram Costus powder. Take costus powder in dosage of 1/2 grams with honey for a few days. Rub costus root on stone and apply on the affected facial parts.
Overview
Costus is an herb. The root and oil from the root are used to make medicine.
Uses & Effectiveness
Worm (nematode) infections. Some research shows that, in children, costus root reduces the number of worm eggs in the feces about as effectively as treatment with a standard medication called pyrantel pamoate. Egg reduction is a measure of the effectiveness of the treatment.
Side Effects
Costus oil is LIKELY SAFE for most people when taken by mouth in amounts found in foods. Costus root is POSSIBLY SAFE for most people when taken by mouth, appropriately. However, costus often contains a contaminant called aristolochic acid. Aristolochic acid damages the kidneys and causes cancer.
Special Precautions & Warnings
Pregnancy and breast -feeding: There is not enough reliable information about the safety of taking costus if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Dosing
The appropriate dose of costus depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for costus. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important.
Overview
Costus is an herb. The root and oil from the root are used to make medicine.
Uses & Effectiveness
Worm (nematode) infections. Some research shows that, in children, costus root reduces the number of worm eggs in the feces about as effectively as treatment with a standard medication called pyrantel pamoate. Egg reduction is a measure of the effectiveness of the treatment.
Side Effects
Costus oil is LIKELY SAFE for most people when taken by mouth in amounts found in foods. Costus root is POSSIBLY SAFE for most people when taken by mouth, appropriately. However, costus often contains a contaminant called aristolochic acid. Aristolochic acid damages the kidneys and causes cancer.
Special Precautions & Warnings
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There is not enough reliable information about the safety of taking costus if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Dosing
The appropriate dose of costus depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for costus. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important.
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Natural Remedies of the Middle East: Costus Root
Costus is a medicinal plant that grows in the high valleys of Kashmir and the Himalayas. It’s a remedy which I recommend you always have at home as part of your natural medicine cabinet.
How to Take Costus Root
For painful joints: Make into a paste by mixing Costus powder with olive oil until smooth. Then this paste can be massaged into areas of pain in the evening before bed.
My personal experience with Costus
Last week I was suffering from an annoying and persistent cough due to a virus which was going around the house. I took Costus root just two times and noticed that my cough was almost completely gone the next morning alhamdulillah! InshAllah I’ll be trying it next time my children have a cough or sore throat.
Where to Buy Costus Root
Here in Saudi, you can easily find Costus root at your local herbal shop. You can do a quick Google Maps search to find the store nearest you:
Costus Root in the teachings of the Prophet Mohammad (peace be upon him)
Qays bint Mihsan said: I heard the Messenger of Allaah – صلى الله عليه وسلم – say:
Precautions
Using Costus Root in large amounts may cause nausea and headaches. You should only use Costus up to three times a day.
