Harad or haritaki is dry, warm, slightly sweet, bitter and astringent herb. According to Ayurveda, haritaki is one of the most important herbs which are beneficial to cure tridosas- vata, kapha and pitta- of the body.
It is also known as Bal Harad, Kali Harad, Laghu Harad and, Choti Harad. It is believed to destroy innumerous diseases and eliminate all the waste from the body. Black Himej also promotes tissue growth and health and has antibacterial and antioxidant properties. Black Himej is chewed to increase the digestion power.
Cassia Tora, also known as Sickle Senna, is a tropical plant known for its various medicinal properties. The seeds of Cassia Tora are commonly used in traditional medicine. The herb is believed to have laxative properties, aiding in digestion and relieving constipation. In addition to its gastrointestinal benefits, Cassia Tora is also recognized for its potential anti-inflammatory properties. It may be used to alleviate inflammation and promote overall well-being.
Kalmegh is a plant which is also known as "Green Chiretta" and the "King of Bitters". It is used for various medicinal purposes and is bitter in taste. It is mainly used for liver problems as it protects the liver against damage caused by free radicals due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity.
Indian gooseberry (Emblica officinalis) popularly known as amla, is a deciduous tree of the Phyllanthaceae family. According to belief in ancient Indian mythology, it is the first tree to be created in the universe (Khan 2009). Amla fruits are fleshy, round, attractive, deeply ribbed and yellowish green in color.
Giloy is found throughout the tropical regions in India. It is a glabrous, climbing shrub. The leaves are 10-20 cm in diameter, broadly ovate, deeply cordate and shortly acuminate. Externally, they are covered with a thin, papery, brown cork, bearing the raised scars of numerous lenticels.
Kalmegh is a plant which is also known as "Green Chiretta" and the "King of Bitters". It is used for various medicinal purposes and is bitter in taste. It is mainly used for liver problems as it protects the liver against damage caused by free radicals due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity.
Baheda is also known as "Bibhitaki" in Sanskrit which means "The one that keeps away from diseases". It is one of the main constituents of "Triphala" which is used for the management of common cold, pharyngitis and constipation. Baheda tree is a large deciduous tree found in the greater part of India
The bark of Arjun is astringent, sweet, acrid, cooling, aphrodisiac, urinary astringent, and expectorant, but, chiefly used as cardio- tonic as it improves blood supply to heart. It is also useful in ulcer treatment, fractures, cirrhosis of liver, ischaemic heart disease, and hypertension.
It belongs to the family Fabaceae of legumes and is a good source of protein. The seeds are generally called Magic Velvet Beans and are an important herb that may be used to help with nervous disorders and potential to help with Parkinsons
Indrajao (also known as Bitter Almond) is an ancient ayurvedic herb used to control diabetic levels in sugar patients. Indrajav kadwa is bitter in taste and is usually used in treating hyper sugar levels.
Babchi seeds are black and are mainly used in treatment for vitiligo. This is being used as home remedy and seeds are soaked in water overnight and water is consumed in morning and some patients are also applying paste made of these seeds. This have been practice since centuries.
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