Herbs, Herbal, Ayurved, Nature and Healthcare

Ashwagandharishta is a good nervion tonic mainly used for mental fatique. It is effective in metal disorders, stomach disorders and sexual disorders. Ashwagandharishta Ingredients Ø   Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifra) Ø   shatavar i (Asparagus ascendens) Ø   kudzu (Pueraria tuberose) Ø   Arjuna (Teminalia arjuna) Ø   Kshirini (Hemidesmu indicus) Ø   Indian sandalwood (Santalum album) etc. Ashwagandharishta Indications: Ø   Weakness Ø   Mental disorders like stress and strains Ø   Fatigue Ø   Sexual disorders like erectile dysfunction and oligospermia Ø   Arthritis Ø   Stomach Disorders like poor digestion etc. Ashwagandharishta Doses: 12 – 24 ml. one or two times a day usually advised after food. If needed, equal quantity of water can be added before consumption. Traditional dose is – 24 ml. Ashwagandharishta  Side Effects:  In higher doses, it causes digestive upset. Ashwagandharishta  Contraindications: In pregnanc

Also known as Ispaghula and Isabgol.  In pharmaceutical field, seeds, as well as, the dried seed coats, known as Isapgol husk, are used. Both seeds and husk of seeds are used in medicines from 18 th century. Isapgol consists of dried seeds of Plantago ovate Forskal also known as Plantago Indica or Plantago Afra, belonging to the family Plantaginaceae. Isapgol word is made of two Persian words ISAP means ‘the horse’ and GHOL means ‘the ear’. Thus, the meaning of Isapgol in Persian is the ear of the horse. Isapgol is mainly found in India. Seeds are pinkish grey to brown in color. For Isapgol husk, seeds are dried and sieved, and then crushed in flat stone grinder by passing several times to complete removal of coating. Isapgol husk is more preferred as compared to the seeds because of more mucilage present in the husk and seeds are more irritant as compared to husk Uses: v   Main use of Isapgol is demulcent laxative and emollient. v   Isapgol is also used

Arjunrishta is well known ayurvedic liquid preparation mainly used for heart and respiratory disorders. Main ingredient of Arjunarishita is “Arjuna” which is very good heart tonic. Arjunarshta contains 6-12% self generated alcohol. Ingredients: Main ingredients of Arjunarishta are as followings: Terminalia Arjuna – Stem Bark Dry Grapes (Mrudvika) Madhuca Indica (Madhuka) Woodfodia fruticosa (Dhataki) Jaggery (Guda) Arjunarhista Uses: Arjunarishta is useful in chest injury, weakness, respiratory diseases, tiredness, cough and throat related diseases. Mainly Arjunarishta is used as herbal cardiac tonic. It is also used in intestine disorders. Caution:  Arjunarishta should be taken under profession advice and supervision. Assumptions regarding use should be avoided. Side effects: There is no known side effects of Arjunarishta if it is taken under profession advice. Doses: 12-24 ml. one or two times a day after food or as directed.

Sitopaladi Churna is well known Ayurvedic preparation. Sitopaladi mainly used for respiratory problems. Sitopaladi Churna is effective anti-cough formula for all age groups. Main Ingredients of Sitopaladi Churna : Sitopala Vamshalochana Pippali (Pepper) Cardamom Cinnamon And Mishry (sugar candy) Sitopaladi Doses:   2-3 Teaspoonful twice daily or as directed by physician. Sitopaladi Churna should be taken with Honey or Ghee. Indications of Sitopaladi Churna: Mainly recommended for cough even in cough associated with bronchitis, pneumonia and tuberculosis. It also provides relieve in excessive thirst and burning sensations. Benefits of Sitopaladi Churna: .        Safe and Natural cough remedy. .        It provides strength to the body and helps in digestion during cough. .        Useful in viral and allergic respiratory infections. .        Sitopaladi Churna is quick in action.

Lavan is a Sanskrit word means Salt. Lavan Bhaskar Churna is a very popular Ayurvedic Medicine used mainly for gastric problems. Main ingredients of Lavan Bhaskar Churna is different type of salts. Lavan Bhaskar Churna is a mixture of Herbs and Lavans.  Herbs and spices used in Lavan Bhaskar Churna mainly has carminative and digestive properties. Lavan Bhaskar Churna ingredients: Vida Lavan (Vida Salt), Souvarchala Lavana , Saindha lavana, Dhanya (coriander), Trikuta , Kala jeera, Long pepper root, Nagakeshar , Taleesapatra , Amlavetasa , White cumin , Dadima ( Pomegranate ), Cinnamon  , cardamom Lavan Bhaskar Churna Uses: Dyspepsia, Constipation and Other Gastric Disorders, gas problem, indigestion Lavan bhaskar Churna Doses: Lavan Bhaskar Churna mainly contains salt so Lavan Bhakar Churna should be taken under medical supervision or as prescribed by physician. Lavan Bhaskar churna should be used with caution in hyperacidity and hyperte

Dasmularistha is very useful female tonic. Dasmularistha’s main constituent is Dashmool with other herbs. Dashmool is a composition of nearly ten herbs which has mainly antioxidant and nutritive properties. Dasmularistha can contain more than 50 herbs. It provide strength to uterus muscles and very effective in women after delivery. It helps uterus to regain its normal size and shape. Ingredients:   Main ingredients of Dasmularishta is Dashmula  [Bilva (Aegle marmelos), Shayonaka (Oroxylum indicum), Gambhari (Gmelina arborea), Pippali (Piper longum), Puga (Areca catechu), Haridra (Curcuma longa), Draksha (Vitis vinifera), Shveta Chandana (Santalum album), Patala (Stereospermum suaveolens), Tvak (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), Sukshmaila (Elettaria cardamomum), Tvakpatra (Cinnamomum tamala) Agnimantha (Premna integrifolia), Shalaprani (Desmodium gangeticum), Prishniparni (Uraria picta), Brihati (Solanum indicum), Kantakari (Solanum surattense), Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris)],  P

Triphala ( त्रिफला ) Churna is very common name in Indian Society. Triphala Churna is very effective and power preparation used in ayurvedic system of medicine. Now Triphala Churna is selling as OTC products. Before use one should know about Triphala Churna and why it is highly prescribed and used. Triphala is a Sanskrit name means three fruits. As indicated by its name Triphala contains a mixture of three herbs known as   Amalaki   ( Emblica officinalis ),   Bibhitaki   ( Terminalia bellirica ), and   Haritaki ( Terminalia chebula ) . Main use of Triphala Churna is for digestive system. It is also known as Care taker of internal organs. Three ingredients used for preparing for Triphala churna can also be used individually. Ø   Amalaki : Amalaki is a very potent rejuvenator for internal organs and tissues. It produces cooling effect, used in pitta dosha treatment. It also removes toxins from the body naturally, cleanse body’s internal organs. Ø   Bhibhitaki : Bhibhitak

Ashokarishta is best tonic for females used as a uterine tonic. It has also beneficial effects on skin. This preparation also has analgesic and anti-inflammatory property. This can also be used to treat inflammation and pain during menstrual cycle. Preparation is totally Ayurvedic, hence very less or no side effects. But one should not take preparation without consultation of any medical practitioner. The main ingredients used for Ashokarishta preparation are: Ø   Ashoka Bark ( a small evergreen tree native to India): Saraca asoca Ø   Musta : Cyperus rotundus Ø   Dhataki : Woodfordia fruticosa Ø   Utpala : Nymphaea stellata Ø   Amalaki : Emblica officinalis Ø   Chandana : Santalum album Ø   Haritika : Terminalia chebula Ø   Babhitaka : Terminalia belerica Ø   Shvetajiraka : Cuminum cyminum Ø   Kashayam : Ø   Ajaji : Nigella sativa Ø   Jeeraka : cumin seed Ø   Shunti : Ginger – Rhizom e And few others. Dosage :   One or two teaspoonful (15 to

Avipattikara Churna is one of the best Ayurvedic preparations used for the treatment of hyperacidity and heartburns. Avipattikara Churna is also a great laxative effect, acts as a potent cleansing agent and also use for respiratory complaints. This preparation is indicating for pacifying Pitta Dosha. Main ingredient is Amla, hence Avipattikara is a best source of vitamin C and antioxidants. Mainly 14 key ingredients are used in the preparation of Avipattikara Churna. These are listed below: ü   Canton Ginger ü   White Pepper ü   Piper Longum ü   Terminalia Chebula ü   Terminalia Bellerica ü   Emblica Officinalis ü   Nutsedge ü   Salt (Vida Lavana) ü   Embelia Genus Ribes ü   Elettaria Cardamomum ü   Genus Cinnamomum Tamala ü   Syzygium Aromaticum ü   Operculina Turpethum ü   Graminaceous Plants For the treatment or to get the maximum benefit in hyperacidity or acidity one must take it after meals. This helps in acidity and hyperacidity gradually.