MEDICINAL USES AND HEALTH BENEFITS: According to Ayurveda Brahti is one of the best herb for treating cold ,cough ,sore throat and asthma. Brhati is beneficial herb for curing digestive troubles ,and effectively used in loss of appetite , indigestion , dysentery , gas and intestinal worms Brahti stimulates and strengthens the heart and ameliorates …
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Sida cordifolia
General information: Country Mallow is a revered herb in Ayurveda, known to balance all the doshas (bodily humors that make up one’s constitution). It is a health tonic with rejuvenating, anti-inflammatory, libido-enhancing and fat-burning properties. Therapeutic constituents: Ephedrine is one of the alkaloids present, which has fat-burning properties. The herb also contains phytosterol and potassium …
Shorea robusta
General information: Sal Tree is commonly found in all parts of India. In Hinduism and Buddhism, the tree has sacred significance and is worshipped on special days. The resin of the tree has astringent properties, which are beneficial in the treatment of diarrhea and dysentery. It is also an important ingredient in herbal ointments for …
Sesamum Indicum
Health benefits of sesame seeds Flavorful, crunchy sesame seeds are widely considered healthy foods. 100 g of seeds carry 573 calories. Although, much of its calorie comes from fats, sesame contains several notable health-benefiting nutrients, minerals, antioxidants and vitamins that are essential for wellness. The seeds are especially rich in mono-unsaturated fatty acid, oleic acid, …
Salacia Reticulata
Description Salacia Reticulata: Salacia Reticulata is a climbing shrub with blackish branches found in southern Orisa & Kerala. It has Salanisol as active principle for diabetic treatment. About 18 species of Salacia grow in India. Chemical Constituents Salacia Oblonga contains two potent a-Glucosidase inhibitors: Salicinol and Kotalanol Medicinal Uses: Salacia Reticulata contains Salaretin and mangiferin …
Ruta graveolens
BENEFITS/USES OF RUTA GRAV: Bruised and Aching Bones: What works so well about ruta grav as a homeopathic remedy is that it not only helps with the actual bruising, but with the root of the problem itself. It goes to work on healing the lining of the bones and therefore offers tremendous help to those …
Rubia cordifolia
General information: Indian Madder is beneficial in treating skin conditions like uneven pigmentation and eczema. The roots, leaves and seeds of the herb are beneficial for amenorrhea, liver diseases and gall bladder and spleen ailments. The climbing rugose vine with reddish roots is found in the Himalayas and in hill stations across India. Therapeutic constituents: …
Rosa damascena
General information: Identified by its pleasing aroma, Persian Rose was introduced to the Middle East more than 800 years ago. Persian Rose water and oil have a number of therapeutic benefits that have been documented in various medicinal Middle Eastern texts. Persian Rose water is a used in beauty treatments as it hydrates, softens and …
Rauwolfia Serpentina
Health and Other Benefits of Sarpagandha Sarpagandha is used for the treatment of paranoia, schizophrenia, and hypertension. In serpant bite, the powder of Sarpagandha roots is given orally, as well as, applied on the site of bite It relieves itching in Urticaria Specially in snake bite, it is extensively used as antidote The Rauvolfia herb …
Raphanus Sativus
Health Benefits of Radish The benefits of radishes in the treatment or prevention of certain ailments and on certain body parts are listed below: Jaundice: Radishes are very good for the liver and stomach, and it acts as a powerful detoxifier too. That means that it purifies the blood and eliminating toxins and waste. It …