5 best useful medicinal ayurvedic plants that can be used in home remedies

5 best useful medicinal ayurvedic plants that can be used in home remedies :

In Sanskrit, Ayurveda means “The Science of Life.” Ayurveda knowledge originated in India more than 5,000 years ago and is often called the “Mother of All Healing.” There are various medicinal plants that are very useful in treatment of diseases and home remedies. Here you go with some Indian medicinal plants used in home remedies as well as treatment in Ayurveda.

ASHWAGANDA (Withania somnifera):

Ashwagandha is traditional and ancient medicinal herb used in Ayurveda. It comes under category of adaptogens (meaning that it can help your body manage stress). It is found helpful in:

• Relieve stress, increase energy levels, and improve concentration
• Some studies show that ashwagandha reduces blood sugar levels through its effects on insulin.
• Withaferin, a bioactive compound in ashwagandha, promotes the death of tumor cells and helpful in treating cancer.
• Considerably increase muscle mass, and increase strength in men.
• Reduces the risk of heart disease by decreasing cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
• Reduces inflammation and maybe used in treatment of arthritis.
• It provides deep rejuvenation that the body needs for both deep sleep and dynamic activity.

TURMERIC (Curcuma longa):

Turmeric and common and useful component in Indian food. Turmeric gives yellow color to curry.

There is not an organ or organ system of the body that studies have not found positive health outcomes on from turmeric, including boosted stem cells; 50% increased gallbladder function; better mood, heart, and circulatory health; joint and skin support; and much more.

It is also famous for its health effects. Curcumin is active ingredient present in turmeric. Though it has health benefits it doesn’t get absorbed in blood stream easily. Adding black pepper may increase the bioavailability of curcumin.Turmeric can be used in:

• For sure turmeric really improves Skin Health. It is found to treat variety of skin conditions, including acne, photo aging, and psoriasis.

• It has an Anti-inflammatory properties. Hence it is applied over small wounds.

• Antioxidant-rich spices like turmeric may play a role in protecting you from free radical damage.
• It may Help Treat or Prevent Diabetes. Curcumin may help prevent diabetes through its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, and improve many of the factors that contribute to diabetes, including insulin resistance, high blood sugar, and hyperlipidemia.
• Turmeric may play a Role in Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis.
• Turmeric May Prevent Cancer. But research is to be done to confirm this.

ALOE VERA (Aloe barbadensis):

 Everyone is known about health benefits of aloe Vera. Aloe Vera has antioxidant and antibacterial properties. Here is summary about health benefits of aloe Vera:

• The fresh juice of this plant can cure many skin ailments including blemishes and acne.
• It is bitter and slimy but it is these very properties that makes it a natural coolant for our body.
• Local application of the pulp works on external skin ailments as well as drinking it as a juice.
•  Try not to add any flavors whether sweet or salty because that will just throw off its usefulness by half.
•   Aloe Vera gel contains powerful antioxidants, which belong to a large family of substances known as polyphenols. These polyphenols, along with several other compounds in Aloe Vera, can help inhibit the growth of certain bacteria that can cause infections in humans.
•   Improves skin and prevent wrinkles.

AMLA (Indian Gooseberry; Phyllanthus emblica):

Amla is an Ayurvedic plant that's high in vitamin C. Hence it helps boost your immunity, metabolism and prevents viral and bacterial ailments, including cold and cough. Its nutritional profile also comes studded with a range of polyphenols that are known to fight against the development of cancer cells.

• Amla juice is another natural coolant. So try amla juice in this summer.
• It is full of vitamin C.
• It helps in relieving stress and pain.
•  It builds immunity.Amla’s antibacterial and astringent properties boost one’s immune system.
•  It slows down graying, prevents dandruff, strengthens hair follicles and increases blood circulation to the scalp thereby improving hair growth.
•  Amla is the best anti-ageing fruit. Drinking amla juice with honey every morning can give you blemish-free, healthy and glowing skin.
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NEEM (Azadirachta indica):

Neem, and common but very important tree. Every part of neem is very useful. And it have importance in Indian culture also. In Ayurveda neem is used frequently. Here is a list what a neem do:

• Neem leaf is used in treatment of skin ulcers, fever, gum disease (gingivitis), and liver problems.

• Now neem is used in soaps and other beauty products. It has tremendous effect on skin and beauty. It can glow your skin naturally.

• Do you remember your school textbooks talking about how people chew on twigs of the neem tree instead of brushing? .The twigs or sticks of name can be useful in maintaining teeth healthy by just brushing with it.

• The bark is used for malaria, stomach and intestinal ulcers, skin diseases, pain, and fever.

• The neem produces fruits too. The fruit is used for hemorrhoids, intestinal worms, urinary tract disorders, bloody nose, eye disorders, diabetes, wounds, and leprosy.

 You can grind the leaves to make a paste to mix with chutneys or simply drink it as a juice or chew on the twigs like in the old days!

So these were some medicinal Ayurveda plants that you can use in daily life and home remedies.

 Which one is most useful from above according to you? Just comment it down.