Ayurvedic Treatment in Kerala :: Herbs in Ayurveda

THE POTENT HERBS IN AYURVEDA

Herbs form the very basis of any Ayurvedic formulation or preparation. It is an integral part of the whole Ayurvedic treatment process and many studies have proven that its efficacy is unquestionable. As an important ingredient of the Rasayanas, the science of Rejuvenation, herbs help build immunity and have strong anti-aging attributes. Popular Ayurvedic herbs and plants like Triphala, Aswagandha and Amla are antioxidant-rich and they prevent damages caused by free radical agents.

Some of the popular, effective Ayurvedic herbs are listed here:

Ashwagandha- Winter cherry

This is one of the most important herbs that is used in Ayurvedic treatments and therapies. A tonic made of ashwagandha particularly helps adults improve physical and mental endurance and energy. This also helps balance the vata dosha in the body and in the process helps improve concentration, reduce depression, tiredness and sleeplessness and reinforces the muscle and the reproductive organs. It is believed that the herb possesses antioxidant and anti-inflammatory elements.

Shatavari- Wild Asparagus

A tonic made from this herb is a great tonic and helps rejuvenate. Shatavari has great antioxidant properties and helps resist stress caused by physical, mental or ecological factors. The root is used for overall wellness, helps tackle acidity, urinary issues, and helps balance hormones in women. This is best for those with a pitta dosha.

Pippali- Long pepper

The Pippali herb has a very strong taste and thus causes a heating sensation which in turn helps clear toxins. It is great to clear congestion and helps treat the kapha dosha. This is great for lungs and improves circulation and is very beneficial to the overall immune system.

Triphala

Triphala is a combination of 3 fruits, Haritaki, Amalaki and Bibhitaki that are anti-oxidant rich. This helps balance overall health, digestive system and is great for all three doshas in the human body.

Gotu Kola- BrahmiGotu Kola- Brahmi

This is considered a divine herb that helps balance the nervous system and is compatible with all three doshas. The brahmi herb helps improve concentration and memory. It is mainly used to treat behavioural issues, anxiety, sleeplessness, combat fatigue, certain skin problems and helps improve blood flow and contain tissue damage.

Gotu Kola- BrahmiGotu Kola- Brahmi

Amla is the main ingredient in Chayawanprash an Ayurvedic formulation. This helps rejuvenate the body and is perfect for all three doshas in the human body, the lungs and even our reproductive organs. It has even cardiac-related benefits and has it has very high Vitamin C; it is a great antioxidant with strong anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial components.

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