1. Grapes Deliver Antioxidants another
Polyphenols
Grapes
of all colors contain a variety of antioxidants and other polyphenols. These
beneficial antioxidants neutralize harmful free radicals to help prevent the
process of oxidation that damages cells
2. Love Your Heart, Eat Grapes
Human
studies have shown that eating a variety of grapes may help support a healthy
heart by improving blood flow, arterial flexibility and blood vessels function.
Grape consumption may also help prevent platelet aggregation, which can lead to
clot formation. Grapes also promote healthy arteries by helping prevent the
oxidation of bad “LDL” cholesterol, which is a key contributor to the buildup
of plaque in the arteries.
3. “Grape” News for High Blood Pressure
In a recent
series of laboratory studies, rats were fed a salty diet and their blood
pressures rose as a result. When grapes were added to their diet, blood
pressure levels dropped, reduced throughout their bodies. These animals also
showed fewer signs of heart damage compared to those who did not receive grapes
in the diet.
4. A Boost for Colon Health
In a small
human study of colon cancer patients, those who ate 2 and half cups of grapes
per day for two weeks were able to inhibit certain genes that promote tumor
growth in the colon. This benefit was colons, not the cancerous, indicating a
potential role for grapes in maintaining a healthy colon.
5. All Eyes Are On the Grapes
In a recent
laboratory study, grapes prevented blindness in mice that were prone to
developing retinal damage in oil age, similar to age related muscular
degeneration in humans. When compared to lutein, grapes offered significantly
more protection.
6. Grapes are Brain Food
In
preliminary studies, grapes seem to help protect brain health by counter acting
oxidative stress and inflammation, or by targeting the actions of certain genes
involved in age-related diseases of the brain.
7. Supporting Men’s Health
Prostate
enlargement is a significant concern for men. A series of animal studies showed
that consuming grapes helped protect against the loss of bladder function
associated with a partial obstruction – similar to that resulting from an
enlarged prostate – which can cause the bladder to weaken. Adding grapes to the
diet provided a strong antioxidant effect and membrane protective properties
that significantly reduced and reversed bladder damage caused by partial
obstruction.
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HOME
REMEDIES
Turmeric – Ease arthritis
A
heaping helping of curry could relieve your pain. That’s because turmeric, a
spice used in curry, contains curcumin, a powerful anti-inflammatory that
worked similarly to cox-2 inhibitors, drugs that reduce the cox-2 enzyme that
causes the pain and swelling of arthritis. It might also prevent colon cancer
and Alzheimer’s disease. The curcumin can help shrink precancerous lesions
known as colon polyps, when taken with a small amount of quercetin, a powerful
antioxidant found in onions, apple and cabbage.
Cinnamon – Lower Blood Sugar
Recent
studies have revealed that taking cinnamon extract daily successfully reduced
blood sugar by about 10%. It also lowers the cholesterol level.
Ginger – Avert nausea
Ginger can
prevent stomach upset from many sources, including morion sickness, pregnancy
and chemotherapy. It might also decrease blood pressure, arthritis pain and
cancer risk.
Garlic – Lower Cancer Risk
High
consumption of garlic lowered rates of ovarian, colorectal and other cancers.
It might also provide cardiovascular benefits. Garlic contains more than 70
active photochemical, including allicin, which decreases high blood pressure by
as much as 30 points. Garlic may help prevent strokes as well by slowing
arterial blockage.
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MARIJUANA,
THE CURE FOR MIGRAINES
Cannabis, also known as Marijuana, is a
preparation of Cannabis plant
intended for use as a physoactive drug or medicine. The main psychoactive part
of cannabis is tetrahydrocannbinol
(THC), it is one of the 483 known compounds in the plant, including at least 84
other cannabinoids such as canabidiol (CBD), cannabinol (CBN) and
tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCR).
Cannabis is often consumed for its mental and physical effect, such
as heightened mood, relaxation, increased in appetite. Onset effect is within
minutes when smoked and about 30 minutes when eaten.
Preventive
(Prophylactic) treatment of migraines can be an important component of migraine
management. Such treatments can take many forms, including everything for
surgery, taking certain drugs or nutritional supplements, to lifestyle
alteration such as increased exercise and avoidance of migraine triggers.
The goals
of prevention therapy are to reduce the frequency, painfulness and duration of
migraines and to increase the effectiveness of abortive therapy. Another reason
to pursue these goals is to avoid medication overuse headache (MOH), otherwise
known as rebound headache, which is a common problem among migraineurs. The
implication was that marijuana was preventing onset of migraines in vulnerable
individuals and also it possess analgesic properties. The migraine may reoccur
if the long term use of Marijuana is stopped.
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NEEM:
THE WONDER TREE OF INDIA
Neem, the wonder tree of India, is known in Ayurveda as a
detoxifier and in traditional use, it is considered a multifaceted support for
skin health.
Neem has been treasured in India for its many benefits, and
all parts of the tree are used to support various aspects of wellness. For
centuries, Indians have juiced Neem leaves to achieve glowing skin, chewed Neem
bark to clear their teeth, used Neem leaves as natural bug repellent and dark
Neem tea as a powerful tonic. Neem, in a testament to its many uses, is commonly
called the “friend and protector of Indian Villages” or simple the “Village
pharmacy”
Neem is certified organic and non-GMO, vegetarian and
cruelty-free, grown and processed without toxic and harmful synthetic
chemicals.
Neem leaf, increasingly found as an ingredient in
pharmaceutical and cosmetics, in famous in the ancient Ayurvedic texts for
having almost magical effect on the skin. Beneficial for all skin types,
traditional Aurvedic remedies recommend utilizing Neem’s purifying qualities:
this is done by applying a paste of crushed Neem leaves directly into problem
skin.
It helps to remove toxins from the body and purify the
blood, and helps neutralize damaging free radicals.
Neem nourishes more radiant skin-supplying healthy, glowing
skin while minimizing occasional skin blemishes.
Both Neem leaf and Neem bark, which help to purify the skin
and flush out the toxins from the sweat glands.
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NATURAL
MOSQUITO REPELLENTS
(Paper presented at State Level seminar at SVS, Bantwal)
INTRODUCTION:
A famous proverb says ‘History repeats by
itself.’ In ancient times people used to die from various diseases. They didn’t
even know what disease they were suffering from and they had no information
relating to their remedies.
As generations proceed, various vaccines
were discovered and hygiene was restored. But even now, the world is not
completely free from disorders. In other way, the mutant varieties of various
pathogens found their existence and spreading of the disease which is still
taking the lives of millions of people worldwide is malaria caused by
mosquitoes.The increase in the number of mosquitoes inturn increased the demand
for its repellents
What are mosquito repellents?
A
mosquito repellent is a substance applied to skin, clothing, or other surfaces
which discourages mosquitoes from landing or climbing on that surface.Based on
their composition and nature it is classified into,
1. Chemical Repellents: These are
the repellents prepared synthetically or by using chemicals. These are more
effective and long lasting. But are dangerous for the skin n may cause various
diseases.
2. Natural Repellents: These are
the repellents which are extracted from various species of plants. These are
environment friendly and safe for the people. They may not be attractive but
are very helpful in controlling mosquitoes.
Advantages:
Ø Non-toxic and environmentally friendly.
Ø Safer on sensitive skin; reduced
irritation.
Ø Some can be used on children as young
as 3 months.
Disadvantages:
Ø The essential oils can be short lived
in their effectiveness so continuous re-application is a must.
Ø Since more application is necessary it
may cost too much.
Mosquito repellents from natural sources:
There are many such plants available
in our backyard or in our locality which might actually be good mosquito repellents. The essential
oils and alkaloids present in them are the maincomponents which repel the
mosquito. These are some of the plants which have the capacity to prevent
people from mosquito borne diseases, Ocimumsps, lemon grass, cinnamon, clove,
garlic, lavancha, neem, Eucalyptus sps, Vitexnegundo, marigold, peppermint,
etc.
Marigold -
A bright,
hardy annual plant, marigolds are a great choice for repelling mosquitoes.
Marigolds contain Pyrethrum, an ingredient found in many insect repellents, and
they have a unique aroma which bugs find repulsive. The flowers themselves are
beautiful and can make a great border or addition to any flower bed! Try
placing them around borders of your home, and mosquitoes might not want to
cross over!
Peppermint
-
Most
bugs despise the smell and taste of peppermint, so planting it around your home
is a great way to keep them from dropping by uninvited! Plus, if you do happen
to get bitten, peppermint leaves rubbed directly onto the skin make a great
itch relief treatment! Added bonus for the wonderful minty smell that makes a
delicious addition to food and beverages!
Garlic
Unfortunately for all of us who love
Italian food, studies have shown that EATING garlic does not repel mosquitoes.
(Unless, however, you were to eat a HUGE amount!) However having garlic around
DOES! Make sure to add some garlic to your flower bed or vegetable garden for
added protection!
Tulsi:
It is traditionally grown in front of all
Hindu houses. Though there are quite a few varieties, Shreetulsi (green
coloured) and Krishnatulsi (bluish green coloured) are the most common ones in
India. Religious importance apart, its crushed leaves are also used for
treating insect bites. This plant is also known to keep mosquitoes away.
Lavancha:
Plants like
Vetiver etc., are supposed to keep mosquitoes away, considering the large space
required for these plants to grow and the limited space available to the city
based garden. Enjoy a mosquito free zone created by you in and around your
residence, thereby protecting yourselves and your families from the deadly
diseases caused by mosquito bites.
Neem:
1% Neem oil
burnt along with kerosene has mosquito repelling property. It is also found
that 2% Neem oil mixed with coconut oil is effective over mosquitoes.
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PHYTOTREATMENT
OF SNAKE BITE IN KODAGU AND DAKSHINA KANNADA
(Presented at National seminar at Gvt.
Arts and science college, Karawar)
Abstract:
Snake bite is a rising factor of deaths in India. The number
of annual deaths caused by poisonous snake bites in India are 1,40,000. The
rising population rate of humans is also a factor for causing the high snake
bites. The Indian traditional way of curing the snake bites have been neglected
over the past decades due to increasing anti venom treatments methods.
The phytotreatment of snake bites in rural areas of Dakshina
Kannada and Kodagu are found to be effective and reliable. This method of
treatment is much cheaper than the commercially produced anti venoms and this
treatment can even be used as a substitute when the anti venoms are not
available during emergency or when they can’t be transported to reach the
village on time.
I have found out that 15 plant species, which are said to
have such curing properties, are actually effective in curing the venomous
snake bites from snakes in and around Kodagu and Dakshina Kannada. These plants
are fairly common in occurrence, and can be easily processed and used as a
medicine. But to find out which were the plant species, I had to talk with the
people treat snake bites around the
area to get the description of the plants before identifying them, and they
were noted down using the Ethanobotanical practices.
Keywords: Snakebite, Remedy, Plants, treatment
Introduction:
India
has some of the world’s most venomous snakes and the high density of humans
here makes snakebite a common medical problem. Accurate statistics are hard to
come by, but perhaps over a half million people are bitten by snakes each year
in India and fatality guesstimates are from 10,000 to 50,000. While there are
about 40 species of Indian snakes (half of them sea snakes) that can cause
lethal bites, it is the Big Four medically important snakes: Cobra (now know to
be four species), Common Krait, Russell’s Viper, and saw scaled Viper which are
responsible for most of the serious bites.
Cobras,
kraits, sea snakes, coral snakes and vipers have evolved toxic venoms and a
very efficient injection system to subdue prey and for defence. These are the
front-fanged snakes. In these the fang is a sharp follow tooth modified to
inject venom into prey. Venom is transported from the venom gland via a duct
surrounded by muscle tissue that regulates the flow of venom. The snake can
control the amount of venom delivered per bite.
The
composition and chemistry of snake venoms is very complex but scientists have
long recognized these venoms as a cocktail of highly concentrated enzymes,
toxins and proteins. In general, venoms are described as either neurotoxic
(affecting the nervous system) or haemotoxic (affecting the circulatory
system), although the venoms of many snakes contain both neurotoxic and
haemotoxic components.
The
vipers have venom that damages blood vessel walls and disturbs the normal blood
clotting mechanisms, while cobra and krait venom is mainly neurotoxic and can
block conduction of nerve impulses from nerves to muscles causing progressive
paralysis.
Methodology:
Study was done in Kodagu and Dakshina Kannada which are the
two districts of Karnataka lying on the western side of Karnataka. The
districts have western ghat in common and Dakshina Kannada has costal
region.The vegetation of both regions includeslittoral, scrub, moist deciduous
and tropicalevergreen. The people of both districts have mainly agriculture as
major occupation including coffee,Cardamom,Rubber and Arecanut and paddy
fields.Kodava thak, Tulu, Kannada and Beary
are the major languages, while others like Konkani, arayyabasha are also
spoken. Kodavas, GowdasBesta, Brahman, Banta,
Devadiga, Gudikara, Idiga and Kumbara are the predominant
non-tribal indigenous communities of this region. Thekurbas,Koragas,
vokkaligas, Information about the plants used in treating poisonous snake-bites
was gathered from the traditional herbal healersbelonging to non-tribal communities
I had to interact with the traditional herbal healerspeople
who treat snake bites in and around the area to get the description of the
plants before identifying them, and they were noted down using the.
Ø Specimen details
are noted down in a record book with the identifying details and local names.
Ø Local names
of the plant are noted.
Ø The method
of treatment is noted.
Results:
Herbal
therapy for poisonous snake-bites in Kodagu and coastal Karnataka involves the
following practices:
a)
The herbal medicine induces vomiting in the victim, clearing the contents of
his stomach.
b)
Topical and oral application of the herbal medicine suppressed the effect of
the toxins and promoted quick healing.
c)Consumption
of a medicated food.
These different aspects of the
treatment, along with the species of plants used, are described below:
Sl. No
|
Plant Scientific Name
|
Local
Name
|
Parts Used
|
Method
of Preparation
|
1.
|
Leucas aspera
|
Tumbe
|
flowers
|
Juice is obtained from flower , extract applied on bite area
|
2.
|
Tinospora cordiafolia
|
Amrutha balli
|
Leaf
|
Leaf juice along with
garlic paste is
Applied
on the bite area and also taken orally.
|
3.
|
Taberna mouton hygneana
|
Nandi battalu
|
Roots
|
Roots are washed, rubbed inwater dropwise into nose and them mixed with honey and given
for oral consumption.
|
4.
|
Azadiractaindica
|
Neem (KahiBevu)
|
Leaf
|
Decoction consumed.
|
5.
|
Gymnemasylvestre
|
Madhunashini
|
Leaf,Root
|
Decoction consumed, root powdered and applied on bite area.
|
6.
|
Caltropesgigantea
|
Ekka
|
Leaf, Stem
|
Leaf and stem – Milky latex should be applied to bite
area,periodically. Consuming 10-15 leaves reduces the poison.
|
7.
|
Musa paradisica
|
Banana (Baale)
|
Stem
|
Stem is crushed and juice extracted, 1 teaspoon should be fed 5
minutes once and applied on the bite area and on the eye.
|
8
|
Andrographispaniculate
|
Kiruthkakaddi
|
Stem, leaf
|
Rice washed water, it should be grinded, stained. 10 grams should be
fed periodically. (For cobra bite)
|
9.
|
Syzygiumcumini
|
Nerale plant (Jamun fruit)
|
Leaf
|
2-3 tender leaves crushed, and
juice is given for oral consumption till poison decreases
|
10.
|
Momordiacharentia
|
Hagalakai (Bitter guard)
|
Leaf
|
Leaf extract is given for consumption
|
11.
|
Buteaefrondosa
|
Muthugamara
|
Bark
|
Bark powdered, ginger
added, decoction prepared and consumed.
|
12.
|
Saccharum
officinals
|
Sugarcane (Kabbu)
|
Stem
|
Juice applied on the
bitten region.
|
13.
|
Carica
papaya
|
Papaya
|
Fruit
|
Un-ripen papaya piece cut and mixed with salt and placed on bitten
area. Bite area is cut open and blood flow is made to ooze out blood out of
the bitten wound.
|
14.
|
Nicotiana tobacco
|
Tobacco
|
Leaf
|
Leaves crushed in hot
boiling water, Half cup of decoction, again after 30 minutes it is consumed
|
15.
|
Piper
betle
|
Betel leaves
|
Leaf
|
juice prepared from
leaves applied on the bite area and 2 drops into the nose
|
Acknowledgement:
The
authors are thankful to the traditional herbal healers of Kodagu and Dakshina
Kannada district for their cooperation and discussion on the subject and also
revealing their valuable information in the relevant field.
Our
thanks are also toMy beloved Parents and Principal, Dean and teachers of Alva’s
College, Moodbidri to help me undertake this activity under their guidance and
all time support.
Reference:
Ø Bhandary MJ, Chandrashekar. Treatment
for poisonous snake-bites in the ethnomedicine of coastal Karantaka. September
2000.
Ø Gomes antony, Das Rinku. Herbal and
active constituents against snake bite, University of Calcutta. September 2010.
Ø Hiremath VT
and Taranath TC. Traditional Phototherapy for Snake bites by Tribes of
Chitradurga District, Karnataka, India. February 2010.
Ø Yogendra
Kumar GuptaandSharda Shah Peshin. Snake Bite in India: Current Scenario of an Old Problem. Department of Pharmacology, All India
Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India. January 2014.
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THE
AMAZING WORLD OF ORCHIDS
(Paper presented at State Level seminar
at SVS, Bantwal)
Karun
Wilson III B.Sc (CBZ)
Introduction:
Orchidaceae
is one of the largest families among angiosperms. According to one estimate the
family includes 800 genera and 25,000 species. (1) Orchids are well known for
their economic importance and widely cultivated for ornamental purposes.
Orchids are cosmopolitan in distribution.
Aims and objectives:
Orchids are
the most evolved form of angiosperm, Their abundance indicates an healthy
environment.Western ghats are one of the major hot spots of biodiversity, where
you have an immense collection of Orchids,Present study carried out in Murulya
Village of SulliaTaluk, has large number of orchids belonging to different
Genera.
Methodology: Keybooks,photographs, specimens
collected,etc
1) Acampepraemorsa
Acampe lindl.is a genus of monopodial,epiphytic orchids. In India its
observed that there are five species belonging to this genus are found. In some
places is also commonly known by brittle tiger orchid,perhaps due to the fact
that the petal shave bright prominent redmarking resembling the stripe of a
tiger .This species is said to be commonly found in many parts of Western
Ghats.This species has short and compact inflorescence usually bearing numerous
flowers.The flowers are very fragrant and quite attractive of course.The
flowering usually starts in the month of March and continues till June.
Occurrence of this species in Western Ghats is common.It is usually observed in
the moist deciduous forests.Uncontrolled development activities and habitat
destruction is posing a major threat not only to this species but for many of the
species in Western Ghats.
2)Dendrobium aphyllum
Introduction: Dendrobiumpierardii or aphyllum or
cucullatum is an orchid found in most collections. It is also known as the
‘hooded orchid’ because of the cone shaped lip of the flower. It is attractive
and easily cultivated and has long, pendulous stems that become leafless in the
resting period and, for a few weeks during the spring. It carries numerous,
pinkish violet, fragrant flowers with a pale yellow or whitish lip. Although
there are many prettier species in the Dendrobium genera, few are as
rewarding and persistent as the pierardii in cultivation.
Plant:Plant is an epiphytic orchid and
sometimes lithophytic with clustered, cane-like, overhanging to pendulous stems
of 20–200 cm long.
These heavy
long cane like stems assume the role of pseudobulbs. The inflorescences are
short, arising laterally from the leafless stems of the previous growing
season. There are usually many inflorescences per plant, with one to three
flowers on each.The sepals and petals are somewhat translucent, yellowish cream
to whitish, more or less strongly suffused and marked with pinkish violet. The
lip is trumpet-shaped, variable and, pale yellow or less often white, whitish
at the base, with dark violet branching veins inside the tube-shaped part, and
densely covered with soft, short hair on the exterior surface and along the
margins, except in the basal part
Dendrobiumbarbatulum
Dendrobiumbarbatulum is an epiphytic herb
commonly seen in many parts of the Southern Western Ghats in India. This
species usually flowers in the winter months of January-February. All the
leaves would have dried by the time it starts giving out new inflorescence
and when it flowers it flowers profusely.The flowers are white and once open
flowers last for around two weeks. Though the plant itself is not very big and
has shorter canes the flower are quite big, sometime reaching a width of 4+cms.
The racemes are lateral.
This species loves bright
sunlight. One can always find the plant on branches open to wind and bright
sunlight. With dried sheath covering the cane plant does not appear active
until new shoot starts.Plants are perennial, and the new growth is very
susceptible to water. It takes only a little amount of watering during a
“wrong” time is enough to kill the new growth. Like all dendrobiums, one thing
to keep in mind is that never to over water and never water when its giving out
new shoots (wrong time). Also, good amount of sunlight must be provided.
Though the flowers are
attractive and many it is not found much in cultivation. Habitat destruction
due to various reasons is one one of the main reasons for decline of the orchid
species. This is true for not just this particular species, but it is true for
all other species both orchids and non-orchids alike.
Dendrobium
barbatulum
Rhynchostylisretusa
Rhynchostylisretusa (also
called Foxtail Orchid)is an exotic blooming orchid, belonging to
the Vanda alliance. The orchid has a bunch consisting of more than 100
pink-spotted white flowers. They have stout, repent, short stem carrying up to
12, curved, fleshy, deeply channeled, keeled, retuse apically leaves and blooms
on an axillary pendant to 60 cm (24 in) long, racemose, densely
flowered, cylindrical inflorescence that occurs in the winter and early spring.
The plant
is found in semi-deciduous and deciduous dry lowland forests woodlands
Uses;
Medicinally
the plant is used to treat wounds, cuts and bruises.
In Assam,
it is popularly known as KopouPhool, and is an integral part of
a Bihu dancer's attire.
Phalaenopsisdeliciosa
This is a miniature plant with attractive
small, but numerous flowering epiphyte. This is also known
as Kingidiumdeliciosum and Doritisdeliciosa.
Plant: Plants
is an epiphyte forming clumps at the base. It has a short stem with 3-6 long
wavy leaves with undulated margin. Apex of the leaf is slightly unequal. Leaves
are up to 6 inches long. Flowers are produced axillary, erect and racemose
inflorescence which is about 8 inches long. The inflorescence often branches
producing many flowers. The flower size is less than an inch across and is waxy
with white or purple markings. They are fleshy with pink lip and darker lines.
Flowers open sequentially facing in all directions. With proper care the plant
will bloom for several months.
The plant
is a miniature in nature and does well when mounted on a slab of wood or tree
fern with a wad of moss. As they are miniatures, if grown in groups producing
numerous flowers makes it an interesting plant.
References:
1)
Conservation of wild Orchids of Kodagu in western ghats - Dr.T. AnandaRao
2) Wild
orchids in Karnataka- Dr. T. AnandaRao,
3)
Introduction to Orchids - AbrahamandVatsala.
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TOP
10 AYURVEDIC HERBS
Ayurveda is
a medical science of Ancient India, which had found a very effective use of
herbs to cure all kinds of major and minor ailments, without side effects.
There are some very popular herbs which can be used every day to maintain good
health.
Turmeric – This is commonly used as spice for
flavouring dishes. It has great healing powers and has been used in Ayurveda
mostly for purifying blood, treating skin ailments, as well as in treatment of
heart, liver and lungs diseases. Turmeric is considered as great antibacterial
which helps in healing wounds.
Garlic – This is one of the most sought after
herb, both by the chefs and holistic medical practitioners especially the
Ayurvedic practitioners who refer to it as Lasuna. The herb is known for its
excellent antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal property, besides being a
good home remedy for influenza, cold and cough.
Aloe Vera – The medical herb was known as “The
Plant of Immortality” by the Egyptians. The herb is extensively used at present
as cosmetic product due to its qualities in nourishing the skin. In Ayurveda,
the herb was used to treat rashes, digestion and curing various ailments of human
body.
Ginger – Ayurveda has taken advantage of this
herb to successfully treat digestive problems and morning sickness, though it
is not limited to that. Ginger has been considered stand by remedy for almost
any ailment due to its anti-inflammatory, anti-spasmodic, antipyretic and
analgesic properties.
Tulsi or Holy Basil – Tulsi is used as a remedial herb for
many ailments of human body, like cold, fever, sore throat, cough, bronchitis,
asthma, kidney stonesand heart problems. The herb is an excellent nerve tonic
and is known to increase memory power and mental ability. It is also known to
relieve stress.
Amla – It is also known as Indian Gooseberry, has been an
important ingredient of Ayuvedic medicine for many centuries. The edible fruit
has been used to treat diabetes, cholesterol, cold, cough, indigestion and many
more diseases effectively. Amla is well known for its high content of Vitamin C
and its amazing antioxidant properties.
Ashwagangha or Winter Cherry – This herb has been used as an
aphrodisiac and treatment of infertility as it has great property of nourishing
and rejuvenating the tissues of human body. Ayurveda has found good use of the
whole herb, from its roots to its leaves for use in medicines which are used to
address various ailments.
Jatamansi or Indian Spikenard – This aromatic herb is sought for its
amazing property of purifying blood and improving the complexion of skin,
giving it a youthful appearance. The herb is used in Ayurveda for treating
ailments like poor circulation of blood, digestive disorders, respiratory
diseases and infertility. It is also used in production of aromatic candles.
Neem – Neem is good for infections of skin, known to provide
relief from even the dreaded small pox. Though bitter in taste, the plant has
great healing power and used in most of medicines prepared in Ayurveda.
Bhrahmi – Ayurveda has made use of this
wonderful herb to enhance and rejuvenate memory powers as well as increase
intelligence, as it greatly benefits the nervous system. The herb is also known
to improve immunity and treats Psoriasis and hair loss.