Qust al Hindi

Indian Costus, scientifically known as Saussurea costus or Costus root, has been the subject of
various research studies due to its traditional use in medicineDifferent scientific researches
support many beneficial effects including anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, and
gastroprotective

Qust-al-Hindi

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Product Description

Qust (Qist, Costus) is of two types: Hindi (Indian) – which is darker and hotter, and Bahree which is light in color. Ummu Qays bint Mihsan said: I heard the Messenger of Allah – صلى الله عليه وسلم – said:
It is upon you to use ‘Al-‘Uood al-Hindi’ [i.e. Qust/Costus], for indeed it contains seven cures; it is inhaled through the nostrils to relive throat aches/tonsillitis and placed in the sides of the mouth for the relief of Dhaat al-Janb. (Collected by Bukhari and Muslim)

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Scientific benefits

Beneficial in all types of phlegmatic diseases, diarrhea, and cholera, genital wash (after menstrual cycle).
It is helpful in alopecia, Tinea versicolor, ringworms.
The protective effect is likely due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which help in maintaining the integrity of the gastric lining.
It is a blood purifier, anti-septic, anti-spasmodic.
Best in bronchial asthma, paralysis, facial palsy, cough & cold, throat infection.
Traditionally used for skin and health issues.

Key Factors

Antioxidant Activity

The antioxidant activity is attributed to the presence of phenolic compounds and essential oils that scavenge free radicals and reduce oxidative stress.

Gastroprotective Effects

The protective effect is likely due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which help in maintaining the integrity of the gastric lining.

Potential Anti-Cancer Properties