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It grows in the freezing climate of the Himalayas and evidently absorbs some of this \u2018cooling\u2019 property from its surrounding environment. Katuka literally means \u2018pungent\u2019 which is strange as it is a very bitter tasting herb.","key_benefits":"Counteracts effects of cold on the body\r\nAnti-inflammatory","how_does_it_feel":"Kutki is a perennial herb confined to the alpine Himalayas, growing at altitudes of between 2500 and 3600 metres. It is a small, woody herb with a curved and irregular-looking root. The leaves appear to have serrated edges and grow to between 5-10cm in length. 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In the respiratory system, kutki has demonstrated the ability to reduce the severity and longevity of asthmatic attacks and has been attributed to compounds such as androsin and apocynin.\r\n\r\nThe constituent\u2019s kutkin, picroside and kutkoside have demonstrated strong anti-inflammatory activity, particularly within the musculoskeletal system.","into_the_heart_of":"\"\"Kutki has been used for many centuries in various medicinal cultures across India, Greece and Arabia. Kutki is traditionally used as a hepatoprotective, antiasthmatic, immunomodulator and anti-inflammatory. It has an incredibly bitter taste, which is indicative of its activity in the liver.\r\n\r\nKutki is most widely recognised for its protective and regenerative effects upon the liver, protecting against long-term damage and bacterial infection that can be influenced by chronic drug consumption or abuse. 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