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Health Benefits of Angelica

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  Benefits of Angelica:- Angelica is a widely cultivated, scented, northern European herb with fleshy, spindle-shaped roots, an erect stalk, and many greenish-yellow flowers arranged in an umbrella-like shape. The seeds are oblong and off-white. It is similar to and sometimes confused with the extremely toxic water hemlock, Cicuta maculata.  There are several recognized varieties of A. archangelica, wild and cultivated. In the US, Angelica atropurpurea often is cultivated in place of the European species. The oil has been used medicinally to stimulate gastric secretion and treat gas, and to topically treat rheumatic and skin disorders.  The Ayurvedic medical system suggests angelica for CNS effects. Angelica root, root powder, essential oil, and liquid extracts made from the herb are prepared and used traditionally. Angelica may have applications in treating epilepsy and anxiety; however, clinical trials are lacking to support therapeutic applications. Antioxidant activit...

Gokshura(pallerukaya) Health Benefits

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  Benefits of Gokshura:- Gokshura is use for  combating diuretic issues, PCOD, skin ailments, prostate gland disorders and heart problems. It is also used as an aphrodisiac to increase the libido in both men and women. gokshura also acts as anti aging agent and improves brain functioning. You can consume gokshura in different form such as powder and tablets. A lot of men who want to make their body much more muscular opt for steroid injections and supplements which pump up their body in an unnatural way. This can be harmful in the long run, therefore it is important to switch to a natural source and for that gokshura and ashwagandha together can be used for bodybuilding. Gokshura is very popular in Ayurvedic medicine to cleanse the skin from within. Young teenagers or even adults suffering from acne and breakouts can use Gokshura to remove it and prevent it from occurring in the future. Gokshura is an excellent medication for disorders related to prostate glands. It also cures...

Benefits of Ice apple ( Thaati Munjalu)

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  Ice apple Benefits(Thaati Munjalu):- In India, one of the fruits you will find on every street corner during summer is the ice apple. For many, this juicy fruit is known as Thaati Nungu in Kannada, Nungu in Tamil and Thaati Munjalu in Telugu.  This delicious fruit is a translucent jelly and due to its cooling effect, it is known as ice apple. Ice apple has a lot of health benefits. Ice apple  is natural coolant, it offers incredible health benefits. It is a seasonal fruit, it helps get rid of toxins in the body, it also helps maintain the body's natural temperature. Its fruit texture is similar to lychee and when comes to its taste, it is similar to tender coconut. It is usually found in the southern part of India and it is considered as best summer fruit.  The above fruit is perfect mix of both minerals as well as sugar which are essential to the body. Ice fruit is a powerhouse of phytonutrients, carbohydrates and calcium. It contains minimal amount of f...

Benefits of Chebulic Myrobalan(karakkaya)

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Chebulic Myrobalan(karakkaya) Benefits: Terminalia chebula is a tree in the Combretaceae family, found wild in the forests of India and surrounding countries at high altitudes, that produces a fruit known as a myrobalan. The herb is known as Haritaki, Chebulic myrobalan, Bihara, and Harada in different dialects, and is one of the three fruits found in the traditional formulation of Triphala. It is named Haritaki after ‘harita’, which means green, and because it is sacred to Lord Shiva, known as ‘Hara,’ and grows in the Himalayas where Lord Shiva was thought to reside.  Haritaki is a very important herb in Ayurveda, thought to promote fearlessness, feed the brain and nervous system, and bring awareness and wisdom. The Buddha is often portrayed in Tibetan sacred pictures with a Haritaki fruit in his hand.  HEALTH BENEFITS:- Chebulic myrobalan is used as a bowel regulatory tonic and gentle laxative in Traditional Ayurvedic Medicine. It has emollient properties and bitter principl...

Kalonji seeds Benefits

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  Benefits of Kalonji Seeds: Kalonji or black caraway seeds that are known as ‘Karun Jeeragam’ in Tamil ‘Nalla Jeelakarra’ in Telugu are extracted from the fruits of Nigella sativa plant. In few parts of the world, these seeds are popularly referred as black onion seeds. The Kalonji plant that grows up to 20 to 30 cm in height with divided, thin, sequential leaves bears 'fennel flowers', that bloom in white and pale blue colours, each containing five to ten petals. Ayurveda recommends daily consumption of 20 grams of these seeds to enhance lubrication between joints, for maintaining a healthy heart, fight breathing problems and to prevent cancer. Kalonji has antimicrobial and antioxidant activity due to which it is used for various skin and hair problems like boils, eruptions, wrinkles and hair fall. Kalonji oil can be applied on the skin to help manage eczema. Applying kalonji seed paste on the scalp might also help promote hair growth and prevent hair fall. Kalonji helps to m...

Palm Jaggery Benefits

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  Benefits of Palm Jaggery To have or not have sweets, is a common conundrum witnessed in almost all households, at least occasionally. While their allure is known to break the most rigid diet regimes, it is in fact obvious that too much sugar is harmful for health. Only if there was a way to have sweets and avoid all the health risks! What if we tell you that there is a way? Palm jaggery, made from sugarcane juice and the extract of palm tree, is a must keep in your kitchen cabinet if you want to have your heart’s fill of the sweets and avoid all the health risks. Commonly known as Karupatti in many regions of south India, palm jaggery is a perfect substitute for refined sugar. It has all the richness of a natural sweetener and none of the shortcomings of its processed alternatives. Here are the top five health benefits. Full of Nutrients:- A rich source of iron and several other nutrients like magnesium, potassium, and calcium, palm jaggery is not your usual cup of sucrose. It’s ...

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