Al-qust also known as Costus is a perennial herb and comes from the Himalayas (Pakistan and India). The parts of the tree that are commonly used as medicine are the white or black roots. Al-qust al hindi (Saussurea costus / Saussurea lappa) has a bluish purple or almost black root and has a bitter taste and smell like a mixture of musk and orris flowers.

Al-qust is widely applied in various therapeutic treatments especially in Siddha, Unani and Ayurved medical systems. To date, many S. Costus compounds have been identified including Sesquiterpene terpenes (ST), anthraquinones, alkaloids and flavanoids and among their biological activities are anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant and antimicrobial.

Benefit :

1. Helps reduce problems in the respiratory system, especially allergies such as asthma

2. Helps strengthen the body’s immune system

3. Helps to increase the quantity of sperm

4. Helps reduce stomach cramps and constipation problems

5. Helps weight loss

6. Helps protect Osteoblast cells for better bone health