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Tin for High Cholesterol

Sanskrit: वंग | Stannum (Sn)

How Tin helps with High Cholesterol according to Ayurveda. Classical references, dosage, preparation methods, and what modern research says.

Overview

Tin is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for high cholesterol. Vanga (Tin) is the fourth metal. It is of two types — Khuraka and Mishraka. Good tin is white, soft, and produces a crackling sound when bent. Vanga Bhasma is primarily indicated in urinary disorders (Prameha), diabetes, urethral discharges, and obesity. It is also used as an aphrodisiac in male sexual disorders. Improperly processed tin causes skin diseases and loss of appetite. Verses: 22-23.

How Tin Helps with High Cholesterol

According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Tin has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing high cholesterol:

Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter)
Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light)

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa): Bitter (Tikta)
Quality (Guna): Light (Laghu)
Potency (Virya): Cold (Sheeta)
Post-digestive (Vipaka): Pungent (Katu)
Key Constituents: Sn (Pure metallic tin)
Also Known As: English: Tin
Sanskrit: वंग, त्रपु, रंग
Hindi: रांगा, टिन

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See all herbs for high cholesterol on the High Cholesterol page.

Medical Disclaimer: The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Ayurvedic treatments should be pursued under the guidance of a qualified practitioner (BAMS/MD Ayurveda). Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new treatment. Content is sourced from classical Ayurvedic texts and may not reflect the latest medical research.