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Like many seeds it has the ability to potentiate the reproductive tissue as well as the nervous system. It is also used to treat tremors and spasms. The surface of the seed pods are \u2018velvety\u2019 like a monkey\u2019s skin. It is also an allergenic which causes an itch, hence the name \u2018one who scratches like a monkey\u2019. Atmagupta means \u2018secret self\u2019 referring to its therapeutic seed concealed within the irritating bean pod.","key_benefits":"Improves libido\r\nCounteracts digestive cramping\r\nReproductive tonic","how_does_it_feel":"Kapikacchu is a creeping, evergreen climber that can reach heights of up to 3 metres. It has characteristically soft and downy leaves that can grow to 45cm in length. It produces clusters of purple or white, pea-like flowers during the summer that are then followed by flattened pods that grow up to 9cm in length and are soft and velvety to the touch. The pods contain 3-6 seeds that are a dark brown-orange in colour and are covered in irritant bristles. Kapikacchu is native to India and common to tropical climates where it is commonly grown as cattle fodder. There are black and white varieties of this plant.","hdif_image_1":13619,"hdif_image_2":13620,"hdif_image_3":13618,"hdif_video":"","sense":[18,27],"what_can_i_use_it_for":"Kapikacchu contains the amino acid levodopa (L-dopa), an essential precursor of dopamine. L-dopa has demonstrated the ability to breakdown monoamine oxidase (MAO), a primary indicator in Parkinson\u2019s disease, but also in conditions characterised by nervous paralysis, cramping, tremors and spasms.\r\n\r\nCertain alkaloids in kapikacchu increase the numbers of spermatozoa and levels of testosterone and androgens. 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It will rejuvenate and strengthen the organs themselves but also improves overall libido, vigour and stamina.\r\n\r\nKapikacchu is a tonic to the whole reproductive system in both men and women, treating low libido, infertility, impotence, spermatorrhoea and premature ejaculation. It is considered to be one of the ultimate Ayurvedic reproductive tonics for both men and women.\r\n\r\nAs it contains L-Dopa, it is a specific remedy for Parkinson\u2019s disease (noted for the severe loss of dopamine from the basal ganglia). 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