THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF ROSELLE OR HIBISCUS 1.Thirst Hibiscus tea can be drunk hot or cold. As iced tea, the infusion is known to satiate thirst quite effectively. It is often recommended as an alternative to artificially made commercial “sport drinks” that are marketed to physically active individuals. Hibiscus tea’s ability to cool the body …
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Gymnema slyvestre
As with any dietary supplement that you are considering including in your diet, it is important to understand a bit about gymnema sylvestre before evaluating whether or not it is a good supplement for you. Gymnema sylvestre is an herb which is native to India, and whose name means “destroyer of sugar.” As the name …
Ephedra Vulgaris
Description Ephedra is a shrub that grows about 25 cm to 50 cm high. It belongs to the family Ephedraceae and is found on sandy seashores, in temperate climates of both hemispheres. The plant has stamens and pistils on separate flowers. Its fruit has two carpels, with a single seed in each one of them. …
Emblica Officinalis
Description The bark of Indian gooseberry, also known as amla, is gray in color and peals in irregular patches. Its feathery leaves, which smell like lemon, are of linear oblong shape and size 10 to 12 mm in length and 3 to 6 mm in width. The flowers of this herb are monoecioius, having greenish-yellow …
Curcuma longa
Turmeric powder might well be the healthiest spice on Earth. Made by grinding the dried root of the Curcuma longa plant, this ancient superfood and key ingredient in curry powder has been used by Indian Ayurvedic healers for centuries. But in recent years, also the scientific community has begun to show interest in the potential …
Cuminum cyminum
Benefits of Jeera Cumin seeds also known as Jeera, used since ancient time to enhance food taste, medicinal purposes, and in many traditional cuisines. It has multiple health benefits such as aid in digestion, improving immunity, treating piles, asthma, bronchitis, etc. Best uses of cumin seeds Jaljira a product of Cumin seeds is generally taken …
Coriandrum sativum
HEALTH BENEFITS OF CORIANDER ( CORIANDRUM SATIVUM ) Coriander is a very commonly used spice in India and it has many positive health benefits. Some of the benefits of coriander which is botanically known as coriandrum sativum include treatment of high cholesterol, anemia, mouth ulcer, diarrhea, menstrual disorders, skin problems, blood impurity and many more. …
Citrullus colocynthis
Description of Citrullus colocynthis: The Colocynth collected from the Maritime Plain between the mountains of Palestine and the Mediterranean, is mainly shipped from Jaffa and known as Turkish Colocynth. This is the best variety. It is an annual plant resembling the common watermelon. The stems are herbaceous and beset with rough hairs; the leaves stand …
Cinnamomum zeylanicum
Cinnamon Benefits Cinnamon (Dalchini) is a herb traditionally used by many ancient cultures. It is indicated for a variety of ailments including gastrointestinal problems, urinary infections, relieving symptoms of colds and flu and has remarkable anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties. Some studies have shown that Cinnamon helps people with diabetes metabolise sugar better. True cinnamon, or …
Cichorium intybus
Description Chicory is a bushy perennial herb with blue or lavender flowers. The roots are baked, ground, and used as a coffee substitute and additive in the plant’s Mediterranean region of origin. It is grown in complete darkness, to keep new leaves tender and pale. The plant species is native to Europe, from where it …