Revand Chini, also known as Indian Rhubarb, is a powerful medicinal herb that is widely used in the Indian Unani system of medicine to treat a variety of health issues. It is a flowering plant in the Polygonaceae family, also known as the Buckwheat family, with the scientific name Rheum emodi.

This medicinal herb is thought to have a variety of healing properties, including astringent, absorbent, and mild laxatives that can help with diarrhoea, anorexia, constipation, and bronchitis, to name a few. 

Other Names: Raawand, Raawand Seenee, Revanchini, Rheuchini, Indian Rhubarb, Rhubarb de l’Inde, Emodi-Rhabarber, Ladakirevandchini, Rewandchini, Revandchini, Rewanchini, Revalchini, Rheum emodi Wall, Ladakirevandchini, Rewand, Bekhe Rewas, Revandchini, Rewandchini, Rubarbh

In Ayurveda, Revand Chini is known as Amlavetasa; the roots of this herb are dried to make ayurvedic formulations. The pungent and bitter taste of root extracts soothes Vata and Kapha but aggravates Pitta. The powdered root is used to clean teeth, treat pimples and acne, and provide other healing benefits. 

Health Benefits of Revand Chini

Digestive Health: Revand Chini is widely used to treat digestive issues such as constipation, indigestion, and flatulence. This formulation's potent laxative and purgative properties aid in regularizing bowel movements and treating constipation. Furthermore, the Deepen (appealing and digestive stimulating) and Mridu Rechan (mild laxative) properties of this herb aid in digestion and cure all other gastrointestinal problems. 

Treats Fever: This medicinal herb's root extract has antipyretic properties, which help to reduce fever. While Revand Chini's sour and pungent flavour provides relief from fever. 

Combats Acne: Revand is a powerful herb for treating acne and pigmentation. Topical application of its root powder combined with white chandan helps to fight acne-causing bacteria, unclog pores, remove greasiness, and add an instant glow to the skin. 

Cures Worm Infestation: Worm infestation is common as a result of poor digestion or a weak digestive fire.

Revand Chini is recommended by the traditional Unani system of medicine for eliminating worms from the stomach and treating worm infestation.
Because of its potent Deepan (appetizer) and Mridu Rechan (mild laxative) properties, this herbal formulation aids digestion and manages bowel movements. 

Precautions

According to ayurvedic experts, pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid Revand Chini in any form because it is known to have some negative effects.