Aegle folia is the scientific name of Bael, a tree found across India and the Indian subcontinent. It is considered sacred by the Hindus, and its leaves are used in the worship of Lord Shiva, one of the Hindu Gods.
The fruit is called Wood Apple, Bengal Quince, and also as Japanese Bitter Orange.
About┬аAegle folia
Bael is a hard fruit with a smooth, green shell. Its insides have an orange pulp that has the citric aroma as well. There’s only one type of this monotypic genus Aegle.
Aegle Marmelos is made from the bael fruit pulp, while Aegle Folia is made from its leaves. These are considered as two separate drugs in homeopathy as the chemical composition differs in the preparation of the drugs.
Health Issues Cured By Aegle Marmelos & Aegle Folia
Aegle folia has been used to apply on the skin as an astringent in the Indian sub-continent. It is known to treat ringworm effectively. But apart from that, it helps in the treatment of:
Diarrhea & Dysentery: It helps to cure diarrhea and dysentery. The medicine made from this plant not just cures the loose motions, but also helps to clear the intestine. This prevents ulcer in the intestines.
Piles:┬а Aegle folia mildly stimulates the mucous membrane in the intestine. This helps in the treatment of piles. The bleeding of the piles stop, and the extra growth in the anus also reduces.
Digestive Disorders: Patients who suffer from regular flatulence have been treated with this drug. There is a relief in the abdomens after taking this medicine. It can also be used for constipation and colic. It can be used for all the diseases related to the elementary canal.
Heat-related Issues: Some patients get swelling in the eyes due to extreme heat. After a few doses of Aegle Marmelos OR Aegle Folia, the heat on the face reduces, which in turn reduces the swelling of the eyes.
Urination: Aegle Marmelos & Aegle Folia helps clear the urinary tract so that patients stop suffering from burning sensation while urinating.
Fever: When the patients have a high fever due to influenza or liver disorders, this drug helps to reduce the temperature of the body.
Epilepsy: A tonic made of Aegle folia is used to treat epilepsy.
Diabetes: Controlled and monitored doses of this medication helps diabetes patients.
Precautions and Side Effects:
- Aegle folia should be used with care as it is a potent drug.┬а It should not be taken during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
- While the drug is useful in diarrhea, taking it in excess can lead to constipation and even disorder in the abdominal.
- Aegle folia should be made very carefully by people with diabetes, as it can bring the sugar levels to a shallow level.
- This drug that’s made from a fruit that has been used traditionally in India to cure some diseases. However, like all medicines, this should be taken only as and when prescribed by your homeopath.