Refer to Ayurveda don’t underestimate the power of plants. In the early age our generation there are no medicines. Peoples are getting cure using various Medicinal plants. Herbal medicines are natural. It has no side effects. From the golden page of Indian history CHARAKA is famous for his research on Medicinal plants. He discovered many useful plants for their medicinal use. According to his name there is a novel of plant science called CHARAKA SAMHITA. Many critical diseases can be totally cure using various plants, flowers & their roots. In this session let us discuss some of List of Medicinal Plants and their uses.
Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum)
Tulsi is a holy plant. She is rich with fungicidal, germicidal, anti-bacterial & anti-biotic properties. Leaves of Tulsi are widely used in the preparation of Ayurvedic medicines.
After everyday bath practice to eat 7 tulsi leaves. Tulsi is very effective to control blood glucose levels. Regular use of tulsi is useful for diabetics patents. Tulsi is having strong anti-oxidant formula called Eugenol. This content in tulsi helps to protect the heart by keeping blood pressure under control. Cortisol is a hormone which is responsible to control stress in life. Tulsi is very effective to maintain the normal levels of this hormone.
In case of your baby is in fever boil few Tulsi leaves with powdered cardamom. Mix this with sugar & milk. In each 2 to 3 hours tell your baby to drink this. It helps to cure fever. In the matter of cold fever for adults take 10 tulsi leaves mix it with original honey. Eat 3 times a day.
In the matter respiratory system disorders like bronchitis, influenza, asthma & cough Tulsi is a very useful medicine. Mix tulsi leaves with honey & ginger. Eat this 3 times a day.
For mouth freshness & oral disinfectant Tulsi is a very good home remedy.
Neem (Azadirachta Indica)
In Indian tradition thousand years back the every part of a neem plant is used as medicine. Neem is rich with Antiulcer, Antifertility, Antimalarial, Antifungal, Antibacterial, Antiviral, Anticancer & Antioxidant activities. Neem leafs are used for Leprosy, eye problems, Intestinal worms & skin ulcer. Fruits of a neem plant can be used to prevent Piles, Intestinal worms, Urinary disorder, diabetes & wounds. Especially neem is very effective for Skin diseases.
Neem leafs are very useful to cure dandruff problem. Boil a pan full Neem leafs well. When the boiled water will look brown switch off the gas. Cool it & wash your hair & scalp areas. Do this 3 times a week. This activity not only relief you from dandruff problem but also it helps to maintain strengthens hair & promotes hair growth.
For skin diseases like pimples, itchiness, redness & irritation Neem leafs are very effective medicine to cure these harmful bacterias. Prepare a paste with Neem leafs apply this on affected skin areas. Eat 7 Neem leafs everyday. Internally it gives infection free healthy skin. To remove acne scars Neem oil is rich with fatty-acid. Regular use of Neem oil removes spots from skin.
Neem plants in our garden helps to destroy several viruses from environment. Indirectly the presence of neem plant near our home helps to prevent us from many Airborne disease.
Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis)
Aloe Vera is also known as “plant of immortality” by the ancient Egyptians. This is an amazing plant from our garden to produce several medicines. Aloe Vera is used for Burns, Wounds & cuts, Eczema & Skin allergies. In the matter of digestive problems Aloe Vera juice is very useful. Aloe Vera is rich with antioxidants & also known as natural immunity enhancers. Consuming Aloe Vera juice regularly boosts our immune system to fight against several disease.
Aloe Vera juice is very effective for the treatment of acne problems. Apply pure Aloe Vera gel on your pores area. Keep it for 10 to 15 minutes & wash your skin well. Regular use of Aloe Vera gel removes spots & dark circles from face.
Aloe Vera is act like a pain relief for psoriasis problems. It keeps skin cool.
It was proved Aloe Vera can used as a great aftershave for men. The anti-biotic formula in Aloe Vera protects our skin from bacterial infections.
If you are suffering with Hair loss problems Aloe Vera can be a very effective solution for you. Apply Aloe Vera juice to your scalp area for half an hour and rinse properly. It helps in better hair growth.
If you are a diabetics patient in priority basis drink Aloe Vera juice. It is effective to lower blood sugar levels.
Ginger (Zingiber Officinale)
Ginger is a popular Medicinal plant in Asia. Ginger is useful in treatment of chronic inflammation diseases. In case of airsick or nauseous problem chew ginger with little honey.
In the matter of Joint Pains ginger oil is very helpful. While bath mix ginger oil with a bucket of water. Regular use of ginger oil in bath relax in muscles and joints pain.
In Cold Fever if you have sore throat boil ginger with a half glass of water. Add some turmeric powder & salt. 2 to 3 times a day do gargling using this.