Herbal Remedies

Cumin has been an integral part of Ayurveda since time immemorial. It is called jeerak in Sanskrit and jeera in Hindi. Cumin has a unique savory flavor and is used as a food ingredient and flavoring agent in many cuisines around the world. While cumin is native to the Middle …

Anantmool is one of the many plants and herbs that are gaining popularity because of their health benefits. Anantmool is also known as white sariva or Indian sarsaparilla in English. In this article, you will find anantmul benefits, anantamul uses, anantmool side effects and other information related to anantmul or …

Bala oil is a classical Ayurvedic herbal oil formulation primarily used to pacify Vata dosha disorders. However bala oil also has other health benefits. This article explains its various uses, bala oil benefits and advantages, bala oil ingredients, bala oil side effects and other general information related to bala oil. …

Ashwagandha, also known as Indian ginseng, is used as an Ayurvedic supplement very frequently. However, a commonly asked question is whether Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) interferes with one’s weight loss/weight gain goals or not. Well, find out the detailed answer in this article! Ashwagandha has been used extensively around the world …

The oldest known and documented system of medicine in history, Ayurveda, is approximately 5000 years old. Ayurvedic formulas though, have evolved so much from ancient times to now. In this article, Ayurvedic formulas have been explained and a detailed Ayurvedic formulas list is included. In Ayurveda, there are five basic …

Garam masala, or ‘hot spices’, is used to add flavor and aroma to food. It’s common in the Indian subcontinent, Mauritius and other parts of the world too. Garam and masala are Hindi words. Garam means hot and masala means spices. The mixture is believed to increase body temperature. According to …

Sitopaladi is an important Ayurvedic herbal formula. It is popular worldwide due to its various health benefits, including cold, cough and chronic respiratory problems. How should it be taken? Keep reading to learn sitopaladi dosage, sitopaladi side effects, sitopaladi ingredients and more. This formula is tasty. Leave your questions in the …

Neem oil has been used for healing since antiquity. In the Indian subcontinent, all parts of the neem tree including the leaves, oil and bark are used to treat a variety of ailments. Continue reading to learn about neem oil benefits, neem oil uses and neem oil for skin. What’s …

While popular use of the term adaptogen is relatively recent, the use of Ayurvedic adaptogens traces back thousands of years. In this article, we’ll look at the origins and benefits of adaptogens as well as six Ayurvedic adaptogens for sleep, energy, stress, depression and weight loss. Here’s a breakdown by subheading. …

Cinnamon is not only a warming, sweet and exotic culinary spice. It is used extensively in traditional systems of medicine for its therapeutic value. It’s been a part of the Ayurvedic system of medicine for thousands of years. In Hindi, it’s called Dalchini. The particular flavor and fragrance is due …

Chyawanprash is a time tested Ayurvedic herbal formulation gaining immense popularity worldwide as an immunity booster. In addition to boosting the immune system, chyawanprash has other wonderful health benefits. It falls under the rasayana category of herbs which means, it has the ability to rejuvenate the mind and body. This formula …

Triphala is one of the most versatile, important and potent rejuvenative formulations (rasayanas) in Ayurvedic medicine. It is a tridoshic rasyana which means it has a balancing and rejuvenating effect on the three constitutional elements of Vata, Pitta and Kapha. This powerhouse remedy could be the answer to many health …

Cilantro is an aromatic herb. It is the leaf of the coriander seed, both of which are tridoshic which means it’s good for all body types or Ayurvedic doshas. Both cilantro and coriander have been used for culinary purposes and medicinal purposes for ages. It has a distinctive taste and numerous health benefits. …

Arthritis is not a single disease but a formal way of referring to joint pain or joint disease featuring inflammation. It can affect one joint or multiple joints. Western medicine recognizes more than 100 different types of arthritis, with different causes and treatment methods. In this article, we’ll consider two …

Ayurvedic herbs have been used for centuries to treat the body naturally. This holistic approach to health originated in India. It’s a complete medical system that is now practiced worldwide. There are a few “mega-star” Ayurvedic herbs that you’ve probably heard of, like turmeric or ginger. Most people are familiar …

Your skin is a mirror image of whatever your body goes through at various levels, physical, mental and emotional. In this article, we’ll cover the Ayurvedic herb manjistha for skin health, manjistha benefits, manjistha dosage, and manjistha uses. Manjistha is known as a blood purifier and lymph mover. As such, …

Triphala is an Ayurvedic compound herb that has been used for hundreds of years to cleanse the body. It has numerous benefits, including weight loss, but may have some potential side effects. Can triphala cause bloating? Let’s take a look at some concerns you need to be aware of when …

If you’re not yet familiar with it, Golden Milk is that wonderful Turmeric and spice hot milk drink. Because of Turmeric’s active constituent curcumin, Turmeric has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It is helpful in the management of oxidative and inflammatory diseases. This is why we advise Golden Milk for joints, …

Both ashwagandha and triphala are superstar herbs in their own way. But can you take ashwagandha and triphala together? They’ve been used for millennia to relieve stress, support detoxification from endogenous and exogenous toxins and assist in every area of health.  Let’s first take a look at ashwagandha and triphala …

Turmeric (Curcuma longa, haridra or haldi) is a flavorful yellow-orange spice often referred to as the “golden spice”. It is one of the most important and useful herbs in Ayurvedic medicine. Turmeric benefits are incredibly numerous, and scientists are confirming its usefulness for many health conditions. We’ll share the benefits …

Turmeric has taken the world by storm in the past few years. Not that it is a newly discovered spice, but because it hadn’t made its way to the west until recently. Turmeric has so many benefits, one of which is aiding in weight loss. In addition to answering your question, …

Bloating is a common symptom of many digestive system disorders. Bloating is a sense of gassiness or a sense of being distended in the abdomen. It’s uncomfortable and embarrassing. So how do you get rid of bloating? Keep reading to learn the five most powerful Ayurvedic bloating remedies. Here’s what we’ll …

Can triphala cause acid reflux?  In Ayurvedic medicine triphala has been regarded as the safest laxative to use in cleansing the colon, relieving constipation and toning the gastrointestinal tract.  Before we answer this question, let’s have a little introduction to what is acid reflux according to Ayurveda and how it …

Turmeric is known as the ‘golden spice’ for its bright orange color. It is highly valued by the ancient science of Ayurveda. It improves memory, reduces inflammation, boosts brain function and increases free radicals. But will turmeric lower blood pressure? Turmeric is certainly beneficial for those with high blood pressure. …

A toothache can be an extremely painful experience and is likely to affect everyone at some stage in their lives. Will oil pulling help a toothache? Let’s see if it will and how. Oil pulling is the simplest Ayurvedic procedure with the greatest results in all types of oral dental …