Boswellia serrata or Shallaki is used as an Ayurvedic substitute for pain killer medicine. It is mainly used in the treatment of Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid arthritis to provide relief from stiffness and swelling. Applying Shallaki oil on joints helps in providing relief due to its analgesic property.

Taking Shallaki juice is found to improve brain function and prevent the cell damage caused by oxidative stress of free radicals, thus acting as a potent antioxidant.

Shallaki plant produces fragrant resin that is used as incense and is used to purify the air during religious proceedings.

Common forms of Boswellia Serrata

Bark, Gum, Juice, Powder, Tablet, Capsule

Boswellia Serrata is commonly used for:

Rheumatism
Treating osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
Treating asthma
Treating ulcerative colitis
Controlling signs of aging and wrinkles
Promoting Female Reproductive Health

Boswellia Serrata Dosage

Juice: 3-5 tsp daily.
Powder: ¼- ½ tsp daily.
Capsule: 1-2 capsules daily.
Tablet: 1-2 once or twice daily

Boswellia Serrata Side-effects and Warnings

Common side-effects: Capsules can cause stomach upsets, nausea, and acid reflux in sensitive people.
Not so common side-effects: Improper use can adversely affect menstrual cycle.
Pregnant or Nursing Mothers: Avoid as it can induce miscarriage
Children: Not known.

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Charoli (Cuddapah Almond)

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Charoli Scientific Name

Buchanania lanzan

Charoli Other Names

English: Amondette, Cuddapah Almond
Hindi: Chironji, Priyal, Kath bhilawa
Marathi: Charoli
Sanskrit: Dhanuspata

What is Charoli?

Charoli or Chironji is a slightly sweet almond like flavored seed often used in desserts or as an alternative to almonds. Apart from adding texture to desserts it is used in many Ayurvedic medicines for its therapeutic properties.

Charoli has a cooling property and is often used in summers as it helps in reducing body heat. Charoli also promotes healthy skin, prevents acne, adds moisture and lightens the dark spots and blemishes. It is often crushed and used in body scrubs.

Charoli helps in forming stools, aids in healthy bowel movement and cures diarrhoea. It is also found to improve and promote reproductive health.

Common forms of Charoli

Seeds, Oil

Charoli is commonly used for:

Treating skin hyperpigmentation
Reducing acne and pimples
Treating general weakness
Treating male sexual dysfunction
Aiding digestion
Boosting immunity
Promoting cardiac health
Purifying blood
Treating wounds and ulcers

Charoli Dosage

Oil: As per requirement or prescribed by the doctor
Powder: As per requirement or as prescribed by the doctor

Charoli Side-effects and Warnings

Common side-effects: Not known
Not so common side-effects: Not known
Pregnant or Nursing Mothers: Not known
Children: Not known
Warning:
Avoid intake if already suffering from indigestion

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Hadjod (Veldt Grape)

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Hadjod Scientific Name

Cissus quadrangularis

Hadjod Other Names

English: Edible stemmed vine, Veldt Grape, Devil’s backbone, Adamant Creeper
Hindi: Hadjod, Hadjora, Hadsarihari, Harsankari, Kandvel
Sanskrit: Vajrangi, Asthi Shrunkala, Asthiyuk, Granthimana, Chaturdhara, Bhutopadrava

What is Hadjod?

This ancient Indian plant is named after its property of promoting healthy bone and joints. “Had” meaning Bones and “Jod” meaning Joints. This Ayurvedic herb is widely used in promoting healthy bones and joints. It has a fracture healing property and promotes healthy equilibrium between bone restoration and bone formation. It increases the bone mineral density and increases the rate of fracture healing. It is rich in antioxidants like phenols, tannins, Vitamin C, carotenoids that contribute to its healing properties.

Apart from bone and joint health it is used to treat loss of appetite, indigestion, hemorrhoids, intestinal bleeding, intestinal worms, gout etc. It is also found to be a potent aphrodisiac and promotes stamina, vigor and strength in men.

Common forms of Hadjod

Juice, Powder

Hadjod is commonly used for:

Managing obesity and promoting weight loss
Treating piles and hemorrhoids
Treating asthma
Muscle building
Managing diabetes mellitus (Type I and II)
Reducing high cholesterol
Treating gout
Curing malaria
Reducing menstrual pain
Treating rheumatoid arthritis, reducing swelling and joint pain
Treating stomach upset
Treating and managing Osteoporosis
Strengthening bones

Hadjod Dosage

Juice: 10-20 ml daily or as prescribed by the doctor
Powder: 1 -2.5 g twice daily or as prescribed by the doctor

Hadjod Side-effects and Warnings

Common side-effects: Excessive intake is found to cause insomnia, flatulence, headaches and diarrhoea
Not so common side-effects:. Not known
Pregnant or Nursing Mothers: Not known
Children: Not known
Warning:
Hadjod is found to interfere with blood sugar levels and blood pressure, hence avoid use especially around surgery.

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Maror Phali (Indian Screw Tree)

Apr 22, 2021 by Avi Kumar Leave a Comment

Maror Phali Scientific Name

Helicteres isora

Maror Phali Other Names

English: Indian Screw Tree
Hindi: Marod Phali, Maro Phali
Marathi: Murad Sheng
Sanskrit: Avartani, Avarta Phala, Mrigashringa

What is Maror Phali?

Maror Phali is obtained from the tree called Screw Tree, named as such due to the peculiar twisted shape of the pods (fruits). All the pods are singular fruits with 5 fibers closely twisted together to resemble a screw.

According to a common and famous Ayurvedic belief that if a particular plant resembles a human organ, it is useful in treating the disorders of that part, eg. Walnuts were considered to be good for brain function due to their resemblance to the human brain. Similarly, Maror Phali due to its resemblance to human intestines was tried and found to be effective in treating intestinal disorders. It is found to be potent in killing intestinal parasites, colic pains in babies, and cramping associated with diarrhea. It is found to be effective in curing twisting pain in the abdomen

It is found to have antioxidant, anti-cancer, anti-diabetic and anti-microbial properties.

Common forms of Maror Phali

Stem Bark, Root Juice, Fruit, Seed

Maror Phali is commonly used for:

Treating asthma and cough
Treating colic pain in babies
Promoting wound healing
Treating dysentery and cramping
Treating and managing diabetes by counteracting high levels of blood glucose
Treating scabies and skin infection
Relieve pain

Maror Phali Dosage

Fruit Powder: 3 to 6 gram or as prescribed by the doctor
Decoction: 50 to 100 daily or as prescribed by the doctor

Maror Phali Side-effects and Warnings

Common side-effects: Not known
Not so common side-effects: Not known
Pregnant or Nursing Mothers: Not enough data, but avoid use.
Children: Not known

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Saraswatarishta

Apr 22, 2021 by Chinmayi Kulkarni Leave a Comment

Saraswatarishta Other Names

None.

What is Saraswatarishta?

Saraswatarishta is the most potent Ayurvedic formulation obtained from the decoction of specific herbs and spices aimed at improving sleep and treating insomnia. This perfectly blended combination, with key ingredients like Ashwagandha, Brahmi, Haritaki, Shatavari, Ushira, Ginger, Fennel seeds, Kudzu, Pippali, Cloves, Bibhitaki, Cinnamon, Honey and many more, is focused to treat almost every underlying reasons for insomnia.

In addition, this formulation is a great combo of antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immunity-boosting properties. It has found to work wonders in patients suffering from epileptical seizures, neuralgia and other such mental disorders. The tranquilizing effect of Brahmi in the formulation makes this a nerve tonic and helps in managing depression, stress and anxiety and improves awareness, concentration and memory retention. It is also found to be a potent blood purifier.

Common forms of Saraswatarishta

Decoction

Saraswatarishta is commonly used for:

Improving awareness, concentration, and memory retention
Reducing mental fatigue, depression, stress, and anxiety
Improving digestion
Boosting immunity
Fainting and dizziness
Improving voice quality
Treating nervous system disorders
Treating speech disorders
Curing skin problems
Anti-aging property
Enhancing fertility in men and women

Saraswatarishta Dosage

Liquid decoction: 12 – 25 ml with warm water once or twice daily for 2 months

Saraswatarishta Side-effects and Warnings

Common side-effects: Can induce hiccups in concentrated doses, always dilute with warm water
Not so common side-effects: Not known
Pregnant or Nursing Mothers: Not known
Children: Smaller and diluted doses recommended. May see an increase in body temperature (not fever) and sweating in initial doses.
Warning:
Can cause headaches if taken on empty stomach

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Guggulu (Guggul Mukul)

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Guggulu Scientific Name

Commiphora wightii

Guggulu Other Names

English: Indian bedellium
Hindi: Guggul
Chinese: Mo yao
Arabic: Mogla
Sanskrit: Guggulu, Guggul

What is Guggulu?

Therapeutic Guggulu is the oily-sap gum-resin obtained from Guggul tree. This tree is native to South Asian countries like India, Pakistan and Bangladesh. The gum is collected from the liquid that oozes out of the tree bark. This process takes several months. Holes are made in the bark of the tree in the months of November to January allowing the aromatic sap to ooze out. If treated and processed properly, the therapeutic and healing properties of Guggulu can be retained for over 20 years.

Guggulu is an oily gum that is yellowish to brownish in color. It has amazing anti-inflammatory properties and is used in Ayurveda to treat arthritis, lower bad cholesterol and reduce risk of resultant atherosclerosis (hardening of arteries caused by cholesterol deposits), treat skin diseases like acne, and blemishes. Guggulu is found to control vata dosha and also aids in weight loss.

Studies have also shown that Guggulu helps in promoting and balancing thyroid function by up-regulating T3 levels

Common forms of Guggulu

Gum, Powder, Tablet, Capsule

Guggulu is commonly used for:

Hangover (Veisalgia)
Curing obesity and promoting healthy weight loss
Treating osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis and associated joint pain
Lowering bad cholesterol levels
Preventing and treating skin acne
Anti-aging properties
Wound healing properties
Promoting healthy thyroid function
Bursitis
Overeating
Tendinitis
Obesity
Earache
Edema
Poor Circulation
Sciatica
Preventing and treating Brittle Nails
Rectal Bleeding (hematochezia)

Guggulu Dosage

Powder: 2-4 pinch daily
Tablet: 1-2 tablets daily or as prescribed by the doctor
Capsule: 1-2 Capsules daily

Guggulu Side-effects and Warnings

Common side-effects: Certain side effects like stomach upsets, nausea, diarrhoea and hiccups were observed.
Not so common side-effects: Not known.
Pregnant or Nursing Mothers: to be taken only after medical consultation
Children: Not known
Warning:
Can cause itching and skin rash,not related to allergies.

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