Ayurvedic texts show that using copper can greatly help restore balance to the Vata, Kapha and Pitta in the body. There are numerous references in the Charaka Samhita that show copper as an active ingredient in different formulations. It is said that the formulations containing copper could treat a variety of diseases and ailments such as Krimi (intestinal worms), Sthaulya (obesity), Arsha (piles), Ksaya (tuberculosis), Pandu (anaemia), Kusta (leprosy), Swasa (asthma), Kasa (cough), Amlapitta (gastritis), Sotha (inflammation), Sula (pain), Yakrit Roga (liver disorders) and Grahani dosha (irritable bowel syndrome). Studies show that storing water in copper vessels has the potential to kill Diarrhoeagenic bacteria. Show More Show Less
