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Ginger Benefits



Ginger is a perennial herb, with underground branching stems, which are swollen and tough. The leaves and rhizomes of ginger have a characteristic fragrance when cut or bruised.
Rhizomes are dug out after the leafy parts are dried. Ginger is available in two forms, fresh and dried. The sun-dried ginger is known as ‘SOUNTH’ in Hindi. Both the forms are effective. As the taste of ginger is not very palatable, it is carefully adapted to the plate by putting it in vegetables.         

Role of Garlic (Lahsun) in Health and Beauty:
  1. Ginger is highly beneficial in the treatment of flatulence, dyspepsia, colic, vomiting, spasms and other painful affections of the stomach and the bowels, not accompanied by fever. Chewing a piece of fresh ginger regularly after meals prevents these ailments. This protective action is due to the excessive secretion of saliva, diastase enzyme and volatile oil.
  2. Ginger is an effective home remedy for cough and colds. Extracted juice of ginger with honey is taken three or four times a day in case of coughs. In case of colds, ginger cut into small pieces is boiled in a cup of water. After straining, with half a teaspoon of sugar, it should be taken hot.
  3. Ginger tea, prepared by adding a few pieces of ginger into boiled water before adding tea- leaves, is another effective remedy for frequent colds and associated fevers.
  4. To get control over dyspepsia, nausea and vomiting due to biliousness, indigestion caused by intake of heavy non-vegetarian and fried fatty food, morning sickness, jaundice and piles take half a teaspoon of fresh ginger juice, mixed with one teaspoon each of fresh lime and mint juices and a tablespoon of honey. Take this mixture thrice daily to reduce these kinds of problems.
  5. To proliferate sweating and reduces fever in influenza take a teaspoon of fresh ginger juice mixed with a cup of fenugreek decoction and honey to taste. It makes an excellent diaphoretic mixture. It acts as an expectorant in bronchitis, asthma, whooping cough and tuberculosis of the lungs.
  6. Ginger is an excellent pain- killer and it has capacity to cure all kinds of pain like- in headache, ginger ointment made by rubbing dry ginger with a little water on a grinding stone and applied to the forehead affords relief. It allays toothache when applied to the gum. In case of earache, a few drops of ginger juice give relief.
  7. Ginger juice is natural aphrodisiac. For better results, half a teaspoon of ginger juice, honey with a half-boiled egg and is taken at night for a month. It tones up the sex organs and cures impotency, premature ejaculation and spermatorrhea or involuntary seminal discharge.
  8. To reduce menstrual disorders crush a piece of fresh ginger and boil in a cup of water for a few minutes. The infusion, sweetened with sugar, is taken thrice daily after meals for painful or irregular menstruation caused by exposure to cold winds or by cold bath.


Wheat Grass



Wheat grass is the most common herb found in India. Wheat grass contains many supplements necessary for body. It also contains vitamins like vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin E and minerals like iron, calcium and magnesium.
It contains enzymes like protease, cytrochrome, amylase, lipase, transshydrogenase and SOD.

Besides these enzymes, it also contains all the essential amino acids especially alanine, asparatic acid, glutamic acid, arginine and serine, which are helpful in providing good amount of protein in body.

Role of Wheat Grass in Health and Beauty:
  1. Wheat grass is a good remedy in any skin disorder, as it possesses the cold strength, which is helpful in curbing skin disease that are of hot strength.
  2. It contains vitamin E that is why it helps in preventing aging and also helps to maintain shine on the skin.
  3. The use of wheat grass prevents dark circle around eyes due to presence of vitamin E in it.
  4. Wheat grass is helpful in providing required vitamins and minerals that are very helpful in nourishing skin and help it to look healthy that is why it has been used since ages.
  5. The presence of Super oxide dismutase (SOD) in wheat grass helps in slowing the aging process of cell thus gives the property of rasayan to wheat grass.
  6. The regular use of wheat grass increases the hemoglobin as it contains iron in itself, which is very useful in increasing oxygen carrying capacity of blood and is, helps in imparting pinkish color to the skin.
  7. Wheat grass contains vitamin A which is very useful in improving vision of eyes therefore helping in providing proper nourishment to the skin under eyes preventing dark circles and sagging down of skin.
  8. Wheat grass helps in promoting blood formation there fore helpful in formation of RBC (red blood corpuscles), WBC (white blood corpuscles), blood platelets etc due to Alanine, an amino acid in it.
  9. Wheat grass is helpful in starch digestion in our body.


Amla Benefits



Amla consists a very high value in India and it is said that regular use of Amla can make our live more than 100 years like a youth.
It is commonly known as Indian gooseberry. Amla is the richest source of vitamin C. Amla is supposed to revitalize all the organ systems of the body, provide strength and wellness. Amla boosts our nervous system and keeps us away from many diseases. Amla can be used in many forms.          





Role of Amla in Health and Beauty:
  1. Amla is very effective in making skin glow and works as an antioxidant therefore prevents wrinkles and loosening of skin.
  2. Its regular use promotes glow on skin and delays wrinkles or loosening of skin.
  3. Amla acts as an effective natural cure for indigestion, acidity, constipation, gastric troubles, and flatulence.
  4. It can be used in all common skin diseases.
  5. Amla produces good results in chronic cough, child hood and allergic asthma and tuberculosis.
  6. Regular use of Amla improves poor eyesight.
  7. Amla works as brain tonic and helps to increase awareness and memory.
  8. Amla is very helpful in reducing cholesterol and blood sugar level.
  9. It is very helpful in skin diseases as it has sheet virya (cold potency), it inhibits pitta dosha and thus helps in getting relief from it as all the skin disorders are caused by pitta dominance.
  10. The internal use of Amla and its external use both are beneficial. Its local application on scalp gives good results in hair loss as it provides nourishment to scalp.
  11. Amla is very effective to stop premature graying of hairs and dandruff, which is flaking of dead cells of the scalp.
  12. In India women wash their hair with Amla, which act as natural hair conditioner as it helps in providing good nourishment and also helps in normalizing blood supply
  13. Amla stimulates hair follicles and promotes hair growth and also improves texture of the hair.

Garlic Benefits



Garlic is a very beneficial herb with irregular roots, condensed, flattened stem and narrow, flat leaves.The bulb consists of bulblets called cloves, enclosed in a thick whitish, glistening and transparent covering.Garlic is used widely in India and it is known as the home doctor here. It is commonly used as the best home remedies for some small health related problems.



Points to be noted:
  • It's important to remember that the effect of garlic on cold and flu comes from Allicin and this can be obtained from crushed, raw garlic and is destroyed by over cooking.
  • Garlic cloves cooked whole have very little medicinal value.
  • Garlic with strong smell has more Sulphur in it, which is good enough for medicinal purpose.


Few facts about garlic :

  1. Garlic helps to boost up our Metabolism rate. Thus help us to reduce our weight easily.
  2. Garlic helps reduce Atherosclerotic buildup (Plaque) within the arterial system.
  3. Garlic lowers or helps to regulate Blood Sugar.
  4. Garlic helps to prevent blood clots from forming, thus reducing the possibility of Strokes.
  5. Garlic helps to prevent Cancer, especially of the digestive system, prevent certain tumors from growing larger and reduces the size of certain tumors.
  6. Garlic helps to remove heavy metals such as lead and mercury from the body.
  7. Raw garlic is a proven natural antibiotic and, while far less strong than modern antibiotics, can still kill some strains of bacteria that have become immune or resistant to modern antibiotics.
  8. Garlic dramatically reduces yeast infections in body parts.
  9. It helps to make our immune system stronger against cancer, ulcers, hemorrhoids etc.

Role of Garlic (Lahsun) in Health and Beauty:
  1. Garlic in useful in a variety of skin disorders. Pimples disappear without a scar when rubbed with raw garlic several times a day. Even very persistent forms of acne, in some adults, have been healed with garlic. The external use of garlic helps to clear the skin of spots pimples and boils.
  2. Garlic is a useful remedy for the digestive system. Crushed cloves of garlic may be infused in water or milk and taken for all disorders of digestion. It has an antiseptic effect and is an excellent remedy for infectious diseases and inflammations of the stomach and intestine.
  3. Garlic juice has beneficial effect on the entire system. The ethers in garlic juice are so potent and penetrating that they help dissolve accumulation of mucus in the sinus.
  4. It has been used as an antiseptic in wounds and ulcerations with beneficial results. cavities, bronchial tubes and the lungs. They help in the expulsion of poisons from body through pores of the skin.
  5. Studies found that garlic even offers protection against the influenza virus.
  6. Garlic normalizes blood sugar as in diabetes mellitus.
  7. Garlic can help in the normalization of body functions. This means that it can lower the blood pressure in high blood pressure sufferers and can increase it in cases of low blood pressure. The same appears to be true of different body functions not just blood pressure.
  8. Garlic can stimulate your immune system. In one study, people who ate two to three heads of garlic a day for three weeks show significantly more activity in special white blood cells that fight tumors.
  9. It may prevent heart attack. If a patient takes garlic after a heart attack, the cholesterol level comes down. Though the earlier damage may not be repaired, the chances of new attacks are reduced.
  10. Garlic aids weak digestion because it stimulates the secretion of gastric juices.
  11. It is also useful in treating various forms of diarrhea. One garlic capsule taken thrice a day is usually sufficient to correct mild cases of diarrhea of dysentery.

Guggul Benefits



Today guggul gum resin is used for arthritis, lowering high cholesterol, “hardening of the arteries” (atherosclerosis), acne and other skin diseases, and weight loss.

Guggul contains substances that lower cholesterol and triglycerides. One of these substances also decreases the redness and swelling that occurs in some types of acne.
Guggul botanically known as Commiphora Mukul, it is from Burseraceae family, and commonly known as Commiphora Mukul, Guggul and Balsamodendrom Mukul. Guggul is a small shrub or a tree; it bears thorns on its branches. Guggul contain small leaves those very similar to that of a neem tree flowers of guggul are red in color and bears fruit that are elliptical in shape and soft in nature.

Guggul can be found everywhere in India. Guggul is a very valuable herbal medicine. It is widely used for obesity and cholesterol. It is also known as fat burning agent all over the world. Guggul is a very important and trustworthy herb in ayurvedic medicine. Basically it is used almost in every kind of illness due to its amazing treating power.

It is one of the oldest and most famous herbs in ayurvedic medicine. Guggul contains strong purifying and rejuvenating properties and its lipid regulating. Guggulu known as ushan virya herb i.e. it has hot potency, therefore has a killer nature of the diseases cause by vata dosha prominence. But its effects are also seen in suppressing all the three aggravated dosha therefore it works as tridosha suppressant. Guggul gets these properties as it contains tickt and katu rasa. Guggul is only used after purification (shudhikar) in milk; it should never be used in raw form. Though there are seen no serious side effects of guggul but sometime prolonged use may be associated with mild stomach upset. It may stimulate the thyroid and uterus, so it is best to avoid in cases of hyperthyroidism and pregnancy. Guggul can cause some side effect in some people like- anorexia, abdominal pain, skin rash and diarrhea. But modern extracts are more purified and fewer side effects have been reported with long-term use.

The usase and benefits of Guggul, An Ayurvedic Herbal:

  1. Guggul is used in reducing fat levels from body and used as anti obesity agent since centuries.
  2. It works as rasayan i.e. used in promoting youth ness with long life.
  3. It relaxes the muscles which helps relieve menstrual pain.
  4. It has been very dominantly used in arthritic pains. It also possesses the property that helps in reversing the degenerative changes that has occurred in joint and bones.
  5. It helps in relieving pain and swelling, it is believed in strengthening nervous system of the body due to this property.
  6. Guggulu has properties, which is indicated in hypertension.
  7. In lowering blood pressure levels and maintaining it to normal levels Guggul plays a very important role.
  8. It acts as blood purifier therefore it is used in skin diseases.
  9. Guggul also known as heart tonic that strengthens the heart.
  10. Guggul also works in strengthening our digestive system.
  11. It is also known for improving our immune system; its good results are seen in leprosy and eczema.
  12. Guggulu water is widely used to gargle to get relieve from tonsillitis, mouth ulcers, upper respiratory tract infection and throat irritation etc.
  13. Guggul increased HDL cholesterol, which is needed by the body and lowers LDL cholesterol.
  14. It is seen helpful in upper respiratory tract infection as it works as expectorant by helping in suppressing kapha dosha, which is the main culprit in causing wet cough.
  15. Guggul helps in relieving pain and swelling, due to this property it is also believed in strengthening nervous system of the body.

Ashwagandha Uses


Ashwagandha root is a herb of the ages. It is the 'ginseng' of Ayurvedic medicine, the traditional medicine of India and is considered an 'adaptogen', a term used to describe herbs that improve physical energy and athletic ability, increase immunity to colds and infections and increase sexual capacity and fertility.


   Aswagandha derives its name because of two reasons. One reason is that its root smells like horse and the second reason is that it vitalizes the body to provide strength just like a horse process.
Aswagandha has gained lots of respect in the eyes of herbal experts due to its properties.
Aswagandha contains superior properties it is ushan virya in potency, has laghu (light) and tickt (penetrating) properties. Contains tickt, katu and madhur rasa.
Ashwagandha acts in numerous diseases with great results with these great properties. As it is ushan virya in potency, it acts as vata suppressant. There fore relieves from all the illness caused by vata dominance. Also because of its hot potency, it opposes the rise of kapha therefore it also acts in suppressing increased and unbalanced kapha dosha.
Root is found to contain biochemical like cuseohygrine, anahygrine, tropine, and anaferine etc. it also contains glycosides, withenolide with starches and amino acid. Ashwagandha is an herb with many uses that is why it contains a very high and important value in herbal world.

The uses and benefits of Aswagandha:
  1. Aswagandha has great and effective healing property so it is very useful in healing wounds and injuries.
  2. Due to its ushan virya potency, it is very helpful in suppressing pains of any sort. Vata that is the reason of initiation of pain in body aswagandha helps in eradicating.
  3. Aswagandha is regarded as most important adaptogens in ayurvedic system of medicine.
  4. In some diseases like Amavata (rheumatoid arthritis), sandhi gata vata (Osteoarthritis), vatarakt (gout), gridhasi (sciatica) and other vata dominant diseases aswagandha shows best results.
  5. Aswagandha works as anti-inflammatory substance that is why it helps in reducing swellings and restoring blood supply.
  6. Due to presence of vata suppressant properties, which helps in nurturing nervous system, aswagandha relieves stress.
  7. Aswagandha works as a rasayan substance, which is very helpful in preventing early aging and provides youth by rejuvenates whole body.
  8. Aswagandha is a very powerful immune booster, which helps in fighting any kind of virus infections in the body.
  9. Aswagangha helps in increasing sperm count and also the quality of sperms also.
  10. It helps in proving strength to heart muscles and keeps heart working normal.
  11. Aswagandha is regarded as one of the most commonly used herb in relieving hypertension showing excellent results.
  12. It provides nourishment to the brain for its better function and best ability to work.
  13. Aswadandha is a wonderful remedy in increasing physical endurance and it is used widely in physically weak people or people who are recovering from long illness as in case tuberculosis or surgeries.
  14. It improves mental ability and helps in gaining retaining power and improves mental concentration very easily.
  15. In short it is used almost in every common to hard problems of the body like: relieving from stress, mental ailments, convulsions, seizures, panic attacks, mood fluctuations, lowered memory power, mental retard ness, depression, phobias, schizophrenia, psychosis, epilepsy, insomnia, anxiety and alcoholic paranoia.


Shilajit Benefits




"Shilajit" - Diabetic & Uninary Medicine
Genuine Shilajit resin was traditionally used in Ayurvedic and Siberian shamanic medicine almost as a panacea. Since 1960s the modern day medical and pharmaceutical science was looking into the substance known as Shilajit (alternatively known as Mumijo, Shilajeet, mineral pitch, etc.). Even though the science did not find panacea qualities, what was found was an incredibly wide array of profound benefits.
In Aurveda Shilajit is regarded as the main element that is used in various health problems. Shilajit is also known as fulvic acid or mineral pitch, Shilajita Mumiyo, Shilajeet, mineral wax, Ozokerite in the English language, and either Asphaltum punjabianum or Black Asphaltum in Latin.
Modern herbalists throughout the world regard Shilajit as a Rasayana herb as well as an adaptogen, or a natural herb, which increases the body’s natural resistance to stress or trauma.
In Sanskrit shilajit means 'feel like rock' as it has the power of a rock to reverse the procedure of aging. Shilajit is mentioned as Amrit and Fountain of Youth in the Indian and ancient Chinese literature.
The Indian yogis of Himalayan region use shilajit broadly to have the stamina and body structure of a youth. Shilajit described as conqueror of mountains and destroyer of weakness in the ancient medical literature.

Role of Shilajit in Health and Beauty:
Shilajit is used to treat diabetes and various urinary problems.
Shilajit also works as a stimulant for immune system.
It is known for its beneficial effects on the kidneys, urinary system and reproductive organs.
Shilajit is regarded as an anecdote for anxiety and stress.
Its regular intake endorses the movement of various minerals like calcium, phosphorus and magnesium into the bones and tissues naturally.
Shilajit boots protein and nucleic acid metabolism in the body that acts as a catalyst for the energy proving reactions.
Shilajit is a reputed rasayana believed to reverse the process of ageing and prolong life in regional folk medicine.
Shilajit is beneficial in the treatment of hypothyroidism also as it controls the activity of thyroid gland.
Shilajit is regarded best to treat various conditions ranging from ulcers and asthma, to diabetes and rheumatism.
Shilajit provides iron to the body also which is necessary for the making of red blood cells.
Shilajit prevents the release of histamine in the blood that helps in the prevention of various allergies.
It has beneficial liver protecting effects, which balances the cholesterol and sugar levels in the body.
Shilajit improves the functioning of pancreas, increases the blood circulation and strengthens the digestive system in a natural way.
It returns the libido of individuals to the level of teenagers if intake regularly.

Turmeric Benefits


"Turmeric (Haldi)":
Turmeric, also known as curcuma longa, is a very common herb. Often referred to as the “Queen of Spices,” its main characteristics are a pepper-like aroma, sharp taste and golden color. People across the globe use this herb in their cooking.
According to the Journal of the American Chemical Society, turmeric contains a wide range of antioxidant, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, anticarcinogenic, antimutagenic and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also loaded with many healthy nutrients such as protein, dietary fiber, niacin, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, sodium, potassium, calcium, copper, iron, magnesium and zinc.
Turmeric is a perennial herb with short stem and raised or lifted branches. It is used in cooking widely in India. Turmeric contains curcumin and an essential oil.
The rhizomes or underground stems are short and thick and constitute commercial turmeric. The rhizome is aromatic, stimulant and a tonic.           

Role of Turmiric (Haldi) in Health and Beauty:
  1. In India the paste of turmeric powder and milk is used to lighten skin complexion and to make skin glowing.
  2. Turmeric is used in different beauty products it is very effective in different skin infections because of its antiseptic property.
  3. About 20 drops of the juice of raw turmeric, mixed with a pinch of salt, taken first thing in the morning daily is considered an effective remedy for expelling worms.
  4. Turmeric, being rich in iron is useful in anemia. A teaspoon of raw turmeric juice, mixed with honey is taken everyday in the treatment of this condition.
  5. Turmeric is useful in the treatment of measles. Turmeric roots are dried in the sun and ground to a fine powder. This mixed with a few drops of honey and those suffering from measles can take the juice of few bitter gourd leaves.
  6. Turmeric with its antiseptic properties is a useful remedy for chronic cough and throat irritations. Half a teaspoon of fresh turmeric powder mixed in 30 ml of warm milk is very effective in these conditions. To prepare this milk is poured on a hot ladle with turmeric in it and boiled over a slow fire. In case of a running cold smoke from burning turmeric can be inhaled. This increases the discharge from the nose and brings quicker relief.
  7. Turmeric in combination with caraway seeds or ajwain is beneficial for cold in infants and children. A teaspoon of turmeric powder and quarter teaspoon of ajwain are added to boiling water, which is then cooled. About 30 ml of this decoction sweetened with honey may be taken thrice a day in treating such conditions.
  8. For treating sprains or the swelling caused by sprains, turmeric paste mixed with lime and salt can be applied with beneficial results.
  9. Turmeric powder is beneficial in soreness of the eyes. About 6 grams of this powder is boiled in about half a liter of water till it is reduced to half. A few drop of this water put in the affected eyes three or four times a day gives relief.
  10. An application of turmeric powder to boils speeds up the healing process. In case of fresh boils a few dry roots of turmeric are roasted and the ashes dissolved in a cupful of water add applied over the affected portion. This solution enables the boils to ripen and burst.
  11. An application of turmeric powder to boils speeds up the healing process. In case of fresh boils a few dry roots of turmeric are roasted and the ashes dissolved in a cupful of water add applied over the affected portion. This solution enables the boils to ripen and burst.
  12. It is useful in the treatment of skin diseases like ringworm and scabies. In such cases, the juice of raw turmeric is externally applied to the affected parts. Simultaneously, turmeric juice, mixed with honey should be taken orally.
  13. Turmeric is an important common flavoring spice of daily use. It imparts a musky flavor and yellow color to curries. It is also used as a coloring matter in pharmacy, confectionery and food industries.
  14. A teaspoon of turmeric powder with a glass of milk twice or thrice daily is very effective in bronchial asthma. It acts best on an empty stomach.
  15. Turmeric is a valuable intestinal antiseptic. The rhizome, its juice or dry powder, mixed in buttermilk or plain water is highly beneficial in intestinal problems, especially chronic diarrhea. It also helps prevent flatulence.


Holy Basil (Tulsi)


"Holy Basil (Tulsi)" - Indian herbal at Home - Live healthy Holy Basil is known as Tulsi and it consists a very high value in India. Tulsi plant is worshipped in India & its plant can be found in almost all Indian Homes. Peoples pray arround the plant of Holy Basil (Tulsi) during all festivals and some families worship the plant daily. Tulsi also known as basil leaves, is a fairly common plant in Indian households. Considered holy by many religions, the tulsi plant is revered for its divine properties. Besides praying to the plant, a number of people advice including the leaves and roots of the plant in various medical decoctions.
With immense benefits right from clear skin to dissolving kidney stones, tulsi is tonic for the entire body. Due to its particular odour no mosquitoes and flies can come near the plant. Besides all that tulsi or holy basil is used in various applications. In many aurvedic medicines holy basil (tulsi) is used. Holy Basil (Tulsi) is also used as medicine in Indian families to cure cold etc by boiling its leafs in tea/ coffee.



Role of HolyBasil (Tulsi) in Health and Beauty:

  1. Tulsi helps in eradicating any of the microorganisms developing on the wound and the skin as it is an anti-bacterial and anti-fungal agent.
  2. It very is helpful in skin conditioning by improving blood circulation thereby helping each and every cell to get its part of nutrition and oxygen that helps in glowing skin.
  3. Tulsi juice drops are very effective in earache.
  4. Tulsi works as a powerful antioxidant thereby helps in preventing early aging signs and makes the skin young as never before.
  5. It helps in normalizing our digestive system thus helpful in treating cause by which dark circles are caused.
  6. Holy basil or Tulsi works as good expectorant relieving from wet cough.
  7. Tulsi helps in eradicating any toxins circulating in blood and helps us from any kind of foreign invasion there fore helps in protecting our skin from acne and other skin infections as it is regarded wonderful blood purifier.

Aloe Vera


"Aloe Vera" - Indian Herbal for all Healing & Curing Wounds, Injuries & Ulcer
Aloe Vera has the remarkable ability to heal wounds, ulcer and burns.Aloe is also an excellent treatment for skin conditions such as burns and eczema. It is often reported that burns can be healed remarkably quickly and the pain reduced very quickly with topical application of Aloe Vera to the burn area. As well as applying topically, Aloe can also be taken internally so it is just as useful for internal epithelial tissue as it is for the skin. For example, mouth and stomach ulcers, nasal and sinuses, bowels, lungs and genital tracts. Aloe works on membranes and surfaces.
Aloe also seems to be excellent at regulating the immune system (an immunomodulator). This means it can both stimulate the immune response for those with weakened immune systems either from exisiting conditions or post-illness fatigue. It can also calm the immune response, such as for Hayfever where less immune reaction is beneficial.

Although Aloe is about 99% water, the remaining 1% is extremely powerful and it is thought this is because the close to 100 ingredients work extremely well together (synergistically). Aloe vera contains many minerals vital to the growth process and healthy function of all the body's systems. The ingredients in Aloe can be grouped into the following categories: Vitamins, Minerals, Sugars, Enzymes, Lignins, Amino Acids, Anthraquinones, Saponins, Fatty Acids, Salicylic Acid.

It is also used to cure number of skin disorders. In India, 'Aloe Vera' is used as a natural healing herbal from ancient ages. The Indian womens, even at the home used to plant 'Aloe Vera' so that it may be available all the time.     

Role of Aloe Vera in Health and Beauty:
  1. Aloe Vera is an herb extensively used in enhancing beauty in natural way.
  2. Aloe Vera stabilizes digestive system and therefore is very essential in providing proper nourishment to the skin.
  3. Aloe Vera helps in increasing circulation of blood thus facilitating easier oxygen exchange between the cells thus providing them nourishment.
  4. Aloe Vera provides healthy and clear skin by fighting with acne and other allergic disorders of skin.
  5. Researches have proved its efficacy in healing wounds faster than any thing so it works as magic in burn cases.
  6. It is very effective in fighting with the age related changes that has occurred with growing age as it works as an antioxidant.
  7. Aloe Vera is helpful in erasing blemishes and dark spots on face generally caused after pregnancy.
  8. Aloe Vera is very helpful in lightening of the skin color, as it helps in fighting extra amount of melalin; cause of skin complexion.
  9. Aloe Vera is an herb of cold potency so it helps in fighting against any skin diseases that are caused by pitta related disorders.
  10. Aloe Vera stabilizes digestive system, which is very essential in providing proper nourishment to the skin.



Brahmi herb


 


In India, Brahmi is largely treasured as a revitalizing herb used by Ayurvedic medical practitioners for almost 3000 years. The herb has been mentioned in several Ayurvedic treatises including Charaka Samhita and Sushruta Samhita in the 3rd century AD 11. In addition to being a well-known Nootropic herb for centuries, it has also been used as an antispasmodic, alterative, astringent, cardio tonic, diuretic, anticonvulsant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antipyretic and antiepileptic agent.
Brahmi is used as an herbal brain tonic, to revitalize the body, as a promoter of memory and as a nerve tonic.Brahmi has gain worldwide fame as a memory booster and mind alertness promoter. It improves memory and helps overcome the negative effects of stress. It is unique in its ability to invigorate mental processes whilst reducing the effects of stress and nervous anxiety.
Brahmi stimulate a sense of calm and peace. It is widely used as antioxidant and in improving the brain cell functions.
It helps in relieving nervous congestion and strain from them. 


  1. Role of Brahmi in Body Care, Health and Beauty:
  2. Brahmi is widely used to improve intelligence level and mind alertness.
  3. Brahmi is very effective in cough and cold related problem.
  4. It helps in improving mental performance and increasing learning capacity.
  5. It is helpful in increasing mental concentration level.
  6. Its good effect has been seen on patients suffering from insomnia.
  7. It helps in relieving them with all their stress and makes them feel good and relaxed.
  8. Brahmi helps in decreasing anxiety and mental fatigue and promotes freshness in your mind.
  9. It is also very effective in depression related problems.
  10. It has an appetite for stress and it helps in maintaining mental calmness.
  11. Brahmi controls blood pressure and keeps it on normal level.
  12. Brahmi is very useful in maintaining normal body temperature thus relieving body from hypothermia and fevers.
  13. It is also very effective in treating menstrual disorders and painful menses.
  14. It helps in rejuvenating there lost energies and makes them feel good and relaxed.
  15. Brahmi works as an antioxidant and retards aging thus keep the person young and youthful.