Herbs

Makhana or fox nuts (gorgon nuts) are cultivated for its edible starchy seeds used in various Indian foods and in Indian medicines. What is Makhana or fox nut? The seed portion of Euryale ferox plant is called fox nut or Makhana and is a popular food in Asian Subcontinent. It has both nutritive as well as medicinal uses. “Euryale” is …

Mandukaparni is also known as manduki in Hindi and Gotu-Kola or Indian Pennywort in English. It is a native plant of Southeast Asia. It is a medicinal plant and its tremendous uses are mentioned in Ayurveda. It is commonly used as a brain food (or brain tonic) in Ayurveda and enhances mind power. The botanical name for mandukaparni is Centella …

Shankhpushpi is a brain tonic that has tremendous potential in the proper working and functioning of the human brain. It is a traditional Ayurvedic herb. It is also called as Shankhuli or Shankhul in Hindi and Shankhpushpi in English. The botanical name of shankpushpi is Convolvulus pluricaulis. It has white and blue colored flowers that are round or bell-shaped. It …

Jyotishmati is a woody herb with immense uses. It is an Ayurvedic plant that has many health benefits.  It is called by many names such as Malkangani in Hindi and Climbing Staff tree, Staff tree, Black oil tree or Intellect tree in English. Its botanical name of is Celastrus Paniculatus. It is native to India and used in various Ayurvedic …

Brahmi is a well-known Ayurvedic herb. It is an Indian aquatic herb.  It is a neural tonic and memory enhancer.   It is also called as the herb of Grace, water hyssop, Bacopa, etc. The botanical name of Brahmi is Bacopa monnieri. It is an important medicinal plant that is traditionally used to treat a wide range of diseases such as …

Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris) is a herb commonly used for culinary, and medicinal purposes. The flowers, and leaves of this plant, as well as the oil extracted from the same, are used in the management of a range of disorders such as diarrhea, colic, flatulence, and pain in the abdomen. It can also be used to treat arthritis. Respiratory diseases such …

Sweet Alyssum (Lobularia Maritima) is a medicinal planet revered for its powerful health benefits. It provides several essential nutrients to the body. A regular consumption of this herb can be beneficial for the treatment and prevention of several kidney diseases. It acts as a natural diuretic and helps to prevent an excessive retention of water in the body. It is …

Prunus Spinosa, also called Blackthorn, is a form of wild plum. It grows widely in the Europe. The flowers and fruits of this plant are used for the medicinal purposes. It possesses astringent, laxative, antioxidant, digestive, and diuretic properties. It is also used to induce perspiration in appropriate cases. It can remove impurities and detoxify the body. It is also …

Ledum Palustre, or Rhododendron Tomentosum, is a commonly used herbal medicine for its numerous therapeutic and preventive properties. It contains several essential oils, and phytochemicals, which help in restoring health. It is beneficial in the treatment of diabetes and infections. It can also be used to treat gastric upsets. It can provide relief from loose motions and abdominal cramps. HOW …

Humulus Lupulus, or Common Hop, is a herbal medicine used for the treatment of psychological diseases caused due to stress like depression and insomnia. It can help in an effective management of diabetes, and high cholesterol. It also supports weight management. It can be used by the obese patients to lose weight. It contains several health-promoting enzymes and chemicals as …