Archives for July 2021

Gulvel, commonly known as Giloy, is an herb that has been used in Ayurveda and other forms of Indian medicine for a long time. Gulvel’s stem is known to be highly effective in healing because it is high in nutritional content. Gulvel juice can help to manage fevers and improve immunity because of its antipyretic properties. Additionally, Gulvel is commonly used by diabetteic patients because it tastes bitter and manages glucose levels. Overall, Gulvel helps to manage weight and improve metabolism.

Kathal, commonly known as Jackfruit, was first cultivated in Southeastern Asian countries for years. Its unique appearance is complemented by its sweet taste. Kathal does have a unique musky smell, nonetheless, it is a distinct tropical fruit. Consuming Kathal has various benefits like boosting your immunity, improving your digestion, and preventing constipation. Furthermore, it works to improve cardiovascular health along with providing protection from piles and colon cancer.

Katatundi is commonly known in the US as Mexican Butterfly Weed because some butterflies use it as a food source. As a decorative plant, Katatundi is distinguishably red and yellow. Kakatundi works well as a laxative, expectorant and emetic which is then used for the treatment of various health conditions like fever, warts, and to induce vomiting. Additionally, the Katundi root is used to stop bleeding and treat ringworms.

Ishwari, scientifically known as Aristolochia indica, is a herb that is commonly used to induce vomiting. It also works to treat menstrual irregularities, ulcers, dropsy, low appetite, poisons, swelling, fever, and intestinal parasites. The roots of the Ishwari plant are used to treat snake bites, scorpion stings, and bites of poisonous insects. Additionally, Ishwari has abortifacient, anti-spermatogenic, and antifertility properties. The leaves are applied externally to combat various skin diseases.

Bidhara, scientifically known as Argyreia nervosa, is a plant that is native Indian subcontinent. It can be found in Hawaii, Africa, and the Caribbean. Some of Bidhara’s other common names include Vidhara and Adhoguda. It is often used to treat leucorrhea, rheumatoid arthritis, oligospermia, general debility, diabetes, and swelling.

Satyanashi, scientifically known as Argemone mexicana, is a plant that is native to Central America but can also be found across India. The plant commonly has a yellow flower (normally has 5 to 7 petals) and prickly leaves. The dizzying bowl within the flowers has small seeds that look like rye. In Ayurveda, Satyanashi has antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. Additionally, Satyanashi works to treat constipation because of its purgative properties.