In Sanskrit it is called yastimadhu – ‘yashti’ meaning stem or stalk and madhu, meaning ‘sweet’. In Ayurvedic medicine yastimadhu regarded as a stomach and lung tonic herb Synonyms Botanical Name- Glycyrizza glabraEnglish Name- LiquoriceHindi Name- MulathiTamil Name- AthimathuranMalayalam- Irattimadhuram It helps to balance the aggravated vata (air) and pitta (heat) in the body. It
Sarvaroga Nivarini: In ayurvedic texts it is described as ‘Sarvaroga Nivarini’ means ‘Panacea- one that cure all aliments or diseases’. Neem Popularly known as ‘Margosa’ is probably one of the oldest and most widely used medicinal plant in India. Every part of Neem tree possess unique therapeutic value and is also known as the “Village
Ugadi pachadi is an Indian festival special dish, that helps to balance vata, pitta, kapha doshas and detoxify the body. It also helps fight infections and improves the body’s overall immunity. It is a combination of six tastes that Ayurveda recommends to include in the daily diet to lead a healthy and happy life. Health
Tulsi also known as “Holy Basil” is worshiped in Indian Tradition. Besides being auspicious it has many health benefits. Traditionally it is used in Malarial fevers, Gastric disorders, and in Hepatic conditions. It has anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic properties and useful in respiratory tract infections. In Sushruta Samhita it is mentioned that “Which pacifies both Kapha
An Ayurvedic Healthy Drink, Butter milk is known as “Takra” in ayurveda. Takra is light (laghu) to digest, It balances kapha(water) and vata(Air) dosha. It is prepared by mixing 1 part of fresh yogurt and 4 part of water. It should not be too thick or too thin. In Ancient text book (Bhavaprakasha) it is
The Golden Herb- much more than just a spice. Turmeric is used as a traditional medicine in Ayurveda for the purpose of healing and in cosmetic preparation. It purifies the blood and is antiseptic by nature. It is Bitter & Pungent in taste. Its heat alleviates Vata & Kapha , bitterness balances Pitta. Thus Turmeric
Ashwagandha is one of the most powerful herb in Ayurvedic medicines. It is a Rasayana (tonic) because of its rejuvenating properties and is also called as “Indian Ginseng”In Sanskrit Ashwagandha means ‘The smell of a horse’ indicating that the herb infuses the vigour and strength of a horse to the user. Root extract is used
Abhyangam Application of oil to the skin followed by massage in specific direction is known as ABHYANGA.It is a therapeutic procedure where the selection of oil is choosen based on the PRAKRITI. It involves rubbing of the skin with herbalised oil (usually sesame oil is the base) to increase blood circulation and drawing toxins out
Only a Healthy father and a Healthy Mother, can give birth to a healthy child. For that we have to do sodhana (detox) before conception. In ayurveda it is said that for a healthy pregnancy and healthy child 4 factors are very important.1. Ritu (Menstual cycles)2. Kshetra(Healthy uterus)3. Beeja (Healthy sperm)4. Ambu (nourishment to the
Akshi Tarpanam Eyes are the most important, delicate and beautiful sensory organ in our body.According to Ayurveda Pitta Dosha (element of fire) governs our eyes. When it is in balance-eyes are healthy, bright, clear with sharp eye sight.Due to improper diet and lifestyle Pitta Dosha gets aggrevated in the body causing imbalance in the eyes.