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The importance of Ayurveda continues even in this era of modernity. There are many plants, whose leaves, fruits, flowers and roots etc. are used to make Ayurvedic medicine. Army leaves also fall in this category.

Senna is a flowering plant that resembles yellow, white and pink  flowers and belongs to the legume family Fabaceae. This herd can be found in various parts of North Africa, the Middle East and Asia. Senna is considered a powerful laxative due to the presence of compounds called anthraquinones. Senna leaves have been used as an herbal laxative in traditional Chinese medicine.

Its plant is shrubby with height ranging from 2.0 to 4.0 feet. Its leaves are like henna or cirrus. In winter, yellow flowers bloom in it. Its pod is light in color and turns dark brown on cooking. The seeds are also brown in color. It is a multi-year plant and once planted, gives fruit for three to four years. It is grown mostly in barren land and does not require much water.

* Various names in different languages:

Latin Name: Cassia Senna, Caseia Angustifolia

English: Tina Veli Sina

Sanskrit: Gold Sheet

Bengali: Sonamukhi, Sonapata

Nickname: Sanay, Sonamukhi

Benefits of Senna Leaf

Due to Ayurvedic properties, consuming Senna leaves can have many health benefits. Also, if its leaves are used when someone is ill, then the patient can get help in recovering from the disease. At the same time, it is also important to understand that if someone is suffering from a fatal disease like cancer, then it is up to the doctor whether to use army leaves as medicine or not. 

1. To relieve constipation

The problem of constipation can be avoided by consuming army leaves or tea made from it. Some doctors also use it to empty the bowels before surgery. It has steamulant laxative properties, which acts like a stomach cleansing medicine. Its use promotes intestinal activity, due to which there is no possibility of problems like constipation. At the same time, if someone has constipation, then they can get some benefit.

2. Helpful in treating bowel syndrome

According to a scientific research, army leaves can be used for irritable bowel syndrome. It has laxative properties, which is considered a panacea for a problem like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). This property works to clean the intestinal jam, dirt and toxins, due to which the problem like irritable bowel syndrome can be overcome to a large extent .

3. To lose weight

Consuming herbal tea made using army leaves can help reduce weight. For this, the laxative properties found in senna leaves may be beneficial Along with consuming army leaves, it is also important to balance eating and regular exercise to lose weight.

4. For hair

The benefits of senna leaf also include getting rid of hair problems . By using army leaves, hair is stronger than roots. Also they can help in conditioning the hair and preventing hair loss. Senna leaves can be grinded and mixed with essential oil to prepare a paste and applied in the head. Then after a few hours washing the hair with water makes the hair shine. Due to which properties of army leaves are beneficial for hair.

*How to consume senna leaves?

You can take it in the morning or evening after drying the senna leaves or like powder herbal tea.

Vegetable made from army leaves can also be eaten in the afternoon or at night.

*What is the dosage?

To get relief from some problems, army leaves and substances made from it can be used, which is as follows:

17.2 mg of army daily can be used for two weeks to reduce weight.

Capsules and pills used to relieve constipation -use the army leaves from 10 mg to 60 mg. It can be taken continuously for 10 days.

Note: As you have known that army leaves have laxative properties, so take the advice of a doctor once in relation to how much quantity to take.

* Side effects of Senna leaf:

Continuous use of army leaves can cause many physical problems, which are as follows :

1. Pregnancy and lactation: It is safe to take small amounts during pregnancy or breastfeeding. This reduces the possibility of harm to both the woman and the breastfeeding infant during pregnancy. At the same time, consuming it in large amounts for a long time can cause liver damage due to the laxatives present in it.
2. Electrolyte problem: Many times there is a risk of potassium deficiency in the body due to the use of force, which can affect the electrolyte.
3. Dehydration: Army tea should not be given to a person suffering from dehydration, as it can cause diarrhea.
4. Gastrointestinal conditions: Those who have problems with stomach pain, intestinal obstruction, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, appendix, stomach bloating and hemorrhoids etc. should also not use army leaves.

What is Chamomile?

Chamomile is a plant with medicinal properties. For centuries it has been used for the treatment of many diseases. It contains many powerful anti-oxidants, which provide the body with many diseases. It has also been found in several studies that the consumption of chamomile is very beneficial for health. It can also be used as tea.

Common description

Chamomile stem is hallow and erect. It is the small plant which grows to up to height 8-16 inches.

Common name- Chamomile, Mayweed, Pinhead, pineapple weed 

Botanical names- Matricaria chamomile

Family- Asteraceae

Part used

The entire plant can be used, however flower is usually used.

Medical properties of chamomile

• Anti-inflammatory
• Antispasmodic
• Antibacterial
• Sedative
• Brain relaxant
• Anti-allergy
• Immunity enhancer
• Digestive
• Healing
• Relaxant
• Antioxidant
• Antiseptic anti-aging 

What is Chamomile used for?

Insomnia:

Chamomile contains an anti-oxidant called Apigenin which helps in getting good sleep by relaxing the nerves.

Strengthen the digestive system:

It is very important to have proper digestion for good health. A research conducted on mice found that chamomile has anti-inflammatory properties, which is effective in fighting diarrhea. At the same time they make the digestive system strong.

Relieve pain in periods:

According to the Journal of Agriculture and Chemistry, drinking chamomile tea relieves pain in periods. It relaxes the utress and prevents the hormones that cause pain during menstruation.

Cancer prevention:

Chamomile tea has antioxidant properties that can help prevent breast cancer, digestive tracts, skin cancer, prostate cancer, and uterus cancer. Test-tube studies have found that chamomile contains the antioxidant apigenin, which is helpful for fighting cancer cells.

A study was carried out on chamomile tea involving 537 people. The study found that those who consumed chamomile tea regularly two to six times per week were significantly less likely to develop thyroid cancer than those who did not drink chamomile tea.

Keep the heart healthy:

Chamomile tea contains abundant flavones, which lower cholesterol and control cholesterol levels. It also reduces the chances of heart related diseases.

Strengthen bones:

Bone related diseases such as osteoporosis disease are most common in old age. Due to this disease, the bones lose their nutrition and gradually become weak. In such cases, selective estrogen receptor modulators can be used to prevent bones from weakening and breaking. At the same time, chamomile tea has an anti-estrogenic effect, which helps to nourish bones and keep them strong.

It is also helpful in these problems:

• Control sugar
• Increase immunity
• Overcome depression
• Maintain strong bones
• Beneficial for skin
• Hyperglycemia
• Stomach upset
• Obesity problem
• Nervousness
• Piles
• Eczema

How does Chamomile Work?

According to some studies, chamomile contains anti-oxidants such as flavonoids and apigenin, which provide us protection against many diseases. There have not been enough studies on how chamomile herbal supplementation works. Please consult your herbalist or doctor for more information.

How safe is the use of chamomile?

Store chamomile in a cool, dry place, away from heat and moisture. It is safe to take it in limited quantities. It has the effect of thinning the blood in small amounts. Therefore, it can be harmful to consume in large amounts for a long time. If you are about to undergo any surgery, stop using chamomile two weeks before. Because its consumption with anesthesia drugs can be harmful.

Chamomile should be used with caution by pregnant women. According to some studies, chamomile is not safe for unborn baby. It also increases the possibility of miscarriage, however more studies are needed on this so it is better to avoid its use during pregnancy. It should also not be used with sedatives or alcohol, otherwise their effects may be more profound.

Although its tea is safe for everyone, but some people who are allergic to plants of Daisy family may also be allergic to it.

Taking chamomile with birth control pills can reduce the effectiveness of these pills. Taking it with estrogen pills can also decrease the effect of estrogen pills.

Chamomile may alter the effects of liver and sedative drugs. Taking it with warfarin can slow the blood clotting, which leads to injury and bleeding.

The rules for taking herbs are not more strict than medicines. However, more research is still needed to know how safe it is. Before using this herb, understand its risk and benefits. If possible, use it only after consulting your herbal specialist or doctor.

What side effects can i get from chamomile?

• Face and eye irritation
• Drougines (when taken in large quantities)
• Vomiting
• Hyper sensitivity
• Not everyone using camamile experiences these side effects. Some side effects may not be in our list. 

Cinnamon is a spice used in the kitchen, which works to control blood sugar. It also works to reduce the risk of heart attack. Cinnamon is a special kind of wood, which is full of medicinal properties. This is the inner bark (layer) of the stem and branches of a plant called Cinnamon. It is very beneficial for health if it is consumed in limited quantities. Otherwise, it can also become a cause of danger to life .Cinnamon can be used in these 4 different ways to improve digestion and for gastric disorders.

We usually know about the same type of cinnamon, which is used in preparing drinks, lentils and vegetables. But cinnamon is mainly of two types. The main difference between these two types of cinnamon is taste.

Usually, the color of wood like cinnamon is used in our houses, the test is more sharp. It is known as the regular cinnamon or cassia. This cinnamon is found comfortably at supermarkets and grocery shops.

Another type of cinnamon is known as Ceylon. Its taste is lighter than cassia. This cinnamon is also known as True Sinaman. Ceylon is used only in certain things and medicines. It is more expensive than cassia.

Cinnamon has been known since remote antiquity. It was imported to Egypt as early as 2000 BCE, but reports that it came from China confuse it with Cassia. The Hebrew Bible makes special mention of the spice several times: the first time Moses is commanded to use both sweet (Hebrew: קִנָּמוֹן qinnāmôn) cinnamon and cassia in holy consecration oil, in Proverbs where the lover’s bed is scented with myrrh, Her clothing was a component of the Cinnamon Ketoret which is used when referring to the scent of Lebanon in a handcraft and cinnamon and Solomon’s song, a song describing the beauty of its beloved, cinnamon scents. Holy incense is described in the Hebrew Bible and the Talmud. In this time when the residence was located in the first and second Jerusalem temple, special incense was presented on the altar. Ketoret was an important component of temple service in Jerusalem. It was so highly invaluable among ancient nations that it was considered as a gift fit for the emperors and also for a deity: the fine inscription is the cinnamon and cassia gift records of Apollo’s temple at Miletus although its sources were kept.

*Ingredients in Cinnamon

 Protien Thiamine 

Carbohydrate Riboflavin 

Phosphorus niacin 

Sodium Vitality, Vitamin A & C

Potassium Moisture & Ash

The cinnamon flavor has triangular mithi. Cinnamon is warm, dipan, digestive, mutral, kaphak, and has pillar properties. Reduces anxiety. Improves liver function. 

USES AND INDICATIONS

1. For indigestion

If you feel indigestion, stomach pain and heartburn, you can grind cinnamon, dry ginger, cumin and cardamom in equal quantity and take it with hot water.

Taking cinnamon, black pepper powder and honey etc. after meals does not cause stomach upset.

Cinnamon prevents nausea, vomiting and laxatives.

2. For colds

Boil a pinch of cinnamon powder in water, add a pinch of black pepper powder and honey, and reduce colds, throat swelling and malaria.

3. Gynecology

Cinnamon is used in uterine disorders and gonorrhea.

By chewing a piece of cinnamon for one month after delivery, conception can be avoided.

Cinnamon increases breast milk of the mother.

There is contraction of the uterus.

4. To increase the taste of food

The use of cinnamon leaves and bark enhances the taste of cakes, sweets and food.

Cinnamon oil is used in perfumes, sweets and drinks.

5. Other health benefits of Dalchini

To increase semen, take cinnamon powder in the morning and evening with lukewarm milk.

If there is a headache due to cold, grind it with cinnamon water and apply it on the head.

6. Cinnamon is used in oral odor and dental medicine.

To reduce acne, apply cinnamon powder mixed with lemon juice.

Honey and Cinnamon Health Benefits:

 Honey and cinnamon are such items found in Indian homes, which are full of many health benefits. Regular intake of their paste causes the Boost Immune System. In addition, it also protects against diseases caused by changing weather and diseases caused by dangerous bacteria. At the same time, cinnamon will lead to better hemoglobin levels, due to which patients of type-2 diabetes get a lot of benefit. A mixture of honey and cinnamon is preventing many diseases. Its regular intake provides relief in bad stomach, cough and cold, arthritis pain and bladder infection.

This is the reason why the mixture of these two things is considered better than medicines. You can take these two things easily available in every house by making juice, paste or tea. Know here what quantity should be taken of this mixture and how it benefits the body.

Cinnamon is such a natural medicine, which if consumed in the right amount, does not cause high blood pressure. Also, if diabetes patients take it, it also works to control the amount of sugar in the blood.

-But if cinnamon is consumed in more than a limited amount, blood pressure can also decrease very rapidly, which can be harmful. Cinnamon can also cause fatigue, drowsiness and dizziness due to regular use in large amounts. According to doctors, these methods should be adopted to keep the brain active.

Eating dry cinnamon can also cause throat blisters, burning, swelling and wound problems. Also, there may be severe burning sensation not only in the throat but also in the chest.

Inflammation of lungs can cause pneumonia. If not treated in time, it can make the lungs sick forever. Our body’s immunity protects us in this way.

1. Arthritis pain

Mixing half a teaspoon of cinnamon powder and equal amount of honey, taking it relieves pain of arthritis. Take this mixture with lukewarm water. If you want, you can also apply this paste on the painful part. If you do not feel like eating or applying paste, then you can also drink it by mixing it in warm water. Take it regularly for rest.

2. Cholesterol

Make a paste by mixing 2 teaspoons of honey in three teaspoons cinnamon powder and drink it with warm water. Its regular intake can reduce cholesterol level by 10 percent from your body.

3. Infertility

It is believed that honey celebrates semen strongly and the problems related to infertility are eradicated. In China, women consume cinnamon powder to strengthen their uterus. At the same time, several studies have also shown that regular intake of cinnamon powder provides relief in polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).

4. Bladder infection

Both honey and cinnamon work together to kill bladder germs. For this, mix 2 teaspoons cinnamon powder and 1 teaspoon honey daily and drink it with warm water. Or by mixing it in water, you can consume it a little throughout the day. But in the meantime avoid sour fruit juice, wine and coffee.

5. Lose weight

Consuming honey and cinnamon with hot water three times a day reduces weight. Take this drink first in the morning, second after breakfast and third time drink it before going to bed at night. This reduces fat gradually from your body.

6. Skin infection

Those who have problems with herpes, they should definitely consume it. Honey and cinnamon helps to eliminate germs affecting the skin. Apart from drinking it, you can also apply its thick paste on herpes.

Chandan is considered very sacred in Indian civilization. It also holds high status among many religions and cultures such as Jain, Buddhist, Chinese, Japanese and Korean etc. Its wood is heavy, yellow and fine granulated, which has been known for its fragrance for centuries. These slow growing trees are valuable and in terms of price in the world, it is the second most expensive wood. Sandal wood is mostly used for making incense sticks, aftershaves, perfumes and cosmetics.

What is Sandalwood?

Sandalwood (chandan) is a herb. It gives people joy due to being fragrant and cool, hence it is called sandalwood. Sandalwood trees are green and 6 to 9 meters high. Its branches are bent. The bark of the sandalwood tree is red (rakta chandan), or brown, or brown-black. Sandalwood leaves are elliptical, soft, and the front part of the leaf is pointed. Sandalwood flowers are purplish, or purple in color, which are odorless. Its fruits are spherical, fleshy, which become ripe, or purple when ripe. Its seeds are hard, elliptical or circular.

Sandalwood trees usually grow only after 20 years. The inner part of the tree is light yellow in color, and fragrant. The bark of old trees (chandan tree) is cracked. Sandalwood tree after 40-60 years of age becomes of good aroma. The flowers in the sandalwood tree are from June to September, and the fruits from November to February. In such a situation sandalwood becomes fully usable. Some features of the sandalwood tree are:

Sandalwood is best in Odisha.

Sandalwood occurring in places like western Uttar Pradesh etc. is said to be of the lowest quality.

Odisha sandalwood is best by smell

Chandan in Different Languages

The botanical name of sandalwood is Santalum album Linn, and is of the Santalaceae clan. There are other names, which are popular: –

Chandan in –

• Hindi- sandalwood, white sandalwood, white sandalwood
• Urdu-Sandal Safed
• English- Sandal tree, White sandal tree, True sandal wood, Sandal wood
• Sanskrit- Shrikhand, Chandan, Bhadrasri, Telparnik, Gandhasar, Malayas, Chandradyuti
• Kannada-Shrigandha
• Gujarati-Sukhud
• Telugu-Gandhapu chekka, Chandnamu
• Tamil- Chandanam maram, Sandanam, Ulosidam
• Bengali-Chandan
• Marathi-Chandan, Gandhchakoda

Ayurvedic properties

Rasa-Madhur, Tikta

Guna-Laghu, Ruksha

Virya-Sheet

Vipaka-Katu

Classical categorization

By aacharya Charak- angamarda prashaman, varnya, kandu

Chandan Benefits

This miraculous wood is a storehouse of benefits: –

Provide mental relaxation

The effect of sandal wood is calm and relaxing. Because of its calming effect, it is used during prayer, meditation or other spiritual activities. When it is applied or smelled on the skin it creates a feeling of peace and harmony.

Improve memory

It promotes concentration, calms the mind and also reduces stress and anxiety.

Aphrodisiac properties

It naturally enhances libido in men as well as provides energy.

Anti-inflammatory

Sandal wood has an active ingredient called Santol which provides relief from insect bites, irritation and other skin conditions.

Anti-viral and anti-septic

Sandal has amazing effects on common cold, fever, cough and other viral infections. If taken safely with milk, it cures infections related to throat, food pipe, stomach, intestines and excreta.

Diuretic and abdominal cramps

It relaxes the inflammation in the urinary system, clears the way of urination and removes toxic substances from the body. It helps to release the gas from the stomach and relaxes the stomach muscles. Its calming nature provides relief from cramps and contractions.

Reduce blood pressure

If applied directly to the skin, it reduces blood pressure.

Germicide

Using it while washing clothes or cleaning the house keeps germs away and infection defects are removed.

Introduction

Vidang  an Ayurvedic medicinal substance. Most of the Himalayan regions of India, the mountainous regions of southern India and its trees are also found along with Nepal, China and Pakistan. Its trees are also seen in the areas of Sri Lanka and Singhpur. Vidang is considered an excellent anthelmintic. There are specific useful medicines in diseases like abdominal worm, agnimandha, adman, gharwani, cola and pomegranate.

It is found mainly in the Central Himalayan regions of India and at an altitude of 1500 m in Meghalaya, in the lower hilly regions of the Konkan, South India and other north-eastern states. It has been planned in the worms, leprosy etc. gangs of Charaksamhita and in Sursadi and Pippalyadi gangs of Sushruta Samhita Acharya Sushruta has calculated Vidangtail in Shirovirechan. Its fruits are used in medicine. The fruits are small, round, 3-4 mm in diameter, smooth, fleshy, light blood in color, black in color and the seeds are single, round, white in color.

Its fruit is mostly used in medicinal use, but root is also used in many places. The fruits are round and small in the form of bunches in the form of bunches, which become red on ripening and black on drying. Due to the fact that the fruits are like black pepper, they make the pepper feel.  Its addresses are up to 3 inches long and 1.5 inches wide. They are pointed and oval in shape. The full white or cyan of the branches remain in the form of bunches in the advance areas of the branches.

Fruit contains ambelic acid, embelin and flyable oil.

Juice – hard and bitter

Qualities – incisive, harsh and short.

Semen – hot 

Vipak – katu 

Botanical name:

 Embelia ribes Burm.f. (Ambilia ribes) Syn-Antidesma ribes (Burm. F.) Raeuscb.

Total: Myrsinaceae (Myrsinaceae)

English name: Embelia

Sanskrit-Chitra, Jantunashan, Krimiripu, Krimihar, Krimihrut, Insect, Insect, Krimighati, Krimijit, Vel, Amogha, Tandul, Krimighna, Chitratandul; Hindi-Byvidang, Babirang, Bhasi; Oriya-Bidongo; Kannada-Vayubalinga, Vayuvidang, Vaybilang; Gujarati-Karkannie, Bawding, Vasding, Vayuvidang; Tamil-Vayulangam; Telugu-Vayuvidaghmu; Bengali-Bhai-Birrung, Birang, Vidang; Nepali-Vayvidang, Himalcheri; Punjabi-Babrung, Babrang, Vabrang; Marathi-Bavadinga, Bayvirang, Karkanni; Malayalam-Vilal, Vijhal.

English-White flower embelia; Arabic-Birangi-i-kabuli; Persian-Birangi-i-kabuli

Uses or benefits of Vidang

In Ayurvedic medicine, Vidanga is used in the treatment of the following diseases.

1. Vidang  is used prominently in Ayurveda for stomach worms. All types of worms such as roundworms, threadworms and tapeworms can be easily treated with its use.

2. It is also useful in removing the impurities of the blood due to its anti-inflammatory properties, as well as taking out toxins from the body.

Digestion is cured with the use of vindangadi powder and relieves the problem of agnus.

3. Vidang has antifungal and antibacterial properties which prove it beneficial in skin disorders.

4. It also proves beneficial in the treatment of diabetes.

5. Vidang is known to have anti-venereal properties, that is, its use destroys head defects. In Ayurveda, shandu oil and atom oil are the auxiliary drugs.

Vidang  addresses are used in mouth ulcers and throat disorders.

6. It also reduces excess body fat. That is why it is used as Medohar medicine.

By Ayurvedic opinion, vidang charpara, bitter, hot, beneficial, mild, lightening of gastritis and vata, phlegm, mandagni, anorexia, confusion, worm (stomach pain due to worm), chaos, stomach diseases, spleen , Indigestion, Breathing, Cough, Heart Disease, Poison Disorders, Mango, Stool, Obesity and relieves Dandruff.

Vidang  is considered a multi-valued commodity within the Indian system of medicine because of its anthelmintic properties. In Maharishi Sushruta Samhita, he invented a drug called “Sarvottagam Shamani”, by combining two drugs, which are the greatest anthelmintic and the greatest vitality. In the preface of this medicine, the above Maharshi writes that – Vata, Pitta, Kapha, etc., due to physical defects and Sattva, Raja, Tama, etc., due to mental defects and by nature indulgent conduct, all those who cause nuisance are born. 

Agnimandya, anorexia, indigestion, vomiting, colic, pustule and hemorrhoids are given along with vivoid whey. In the diarrhea and sprue, they make the boiling of the boiling water. Sometimes cough and breathing occur in indigestion. Then we give vidang with peepal.

.*Ayurvedic properties and effects

Vidang is bitter, bitter, astringent, hot, short, dry, sharp, expectorant, light, digestive, palatable, anthelmintic, leprous, anti-inflammatory, anti-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory.

It is beneficial in worm disease, colic, epilepsy, stomach disease, constipation, poisoning, arthritis, indigestion, anorexia, bhanti, colic, sore throat, gonorrhea, sepsis, heart disease, cough, catarrh and shortness of breath etc.

Its fruits are diuretic, diuretic, hemorrhagic, anthelmintic, columnar and aerating.

The pulp of its fruit is laxative.

The fruit-tone is diuretic and mild laxative.

Its seeds are antipyretic and expectorant.

Medicinal Uses

1. By giving (1-2 drops) of Siddha Ghrita (1-2 drops) of sarorog-mulethi, vyavidnga, bhringraj and dry ginger and milk of siddha, it is beneficial for many types of diseases, fall of hair and teeth, vision impairment (eye weakness) etc.

Taking sneeze of equal powder of Vidang Tandul and Black Sesame, by sneezing, eradication of defects, quenching of half-sepsis etc.

The use of the head with the oil of proven mustard oil from wood, cow urine, manasila and sulfur is the mitigation of the Shirogat external virus (yuca etc. / lice, nit).

2. Kas (cough) -Vidung, rock salt, ginger, dry ginger, marich, pepper, roasted asafetida in ghee and pure mana powder mixed with honey and ghee in the intake of Kas (cough), breathing (asthma) and Hicca (hiccup) disease Mitigation occurs.

3. Kas-shans- Taking 1-3 grams of Vidgadi powder (vidang, dry ginger, rasna, pippali, asafoetida, rock salt, bharangi and yavakshar) along with ghee, kaphaj and gourd kas-shans, hikka, agnimandya (loss of appetite) Disease is also suppressed.

4. Eradication of stomach worms is done by consuming 1-2 grams of vermillion powder with honey or by using proven and gentle mixed mixed yavagu from vidang, pippalimool, horseradish, marich and takra.

5. Abdominal worms are destroyed by taking 2-4 grams of ginger butter with rock salt or sugar.

Make a roti by adding 274 grams of wheat powder in wheat flour, after drinking bread mixed with powder of Pippali in kanji or takra, drinking it helps to reduce stomach worms.

6. Kamala (jaundice) – Giving both pudding and pippali together and grinding it in water and using it like a bunny and anjan is beneficial in Kamala (jaundice).

7. Leprosy (leprosy) – Grind the mixed root of Kaner root and Viddag seed with cow urine and apply it on the leprosy affected limb, and bathing, washing and abhyang (massage) etc. are beneficial in leprosy.

The use of Vidarishta- 15-20 ml Vidarishta is beneficial in diseases like Darun Vidaridhi, Urustambha, Ashmari (stone), Prameha, Bhagandar, Gandmala and Hanustambh.

8. Dermatology (skin diseases) -Swarnakshari, Vingg, Hingul, Gandhak, Chakramard Seed, Kootha and Sindoor, take all these substances in equal quantity in first Dhatura Patraksha, later in Nimbpatrasvaras and finally in Tambul Patra-Swaras. By doing this, there is benefit in pama, Dadru (itching), Vicharchika, Kandu and Raksa.

9 Rasayana- By taking 1-2 gm of wadge seed powder and liquorice powder for one month with cold water, honey-containing dry milk (20 ml) or honey with amla swar (10 ml) or giloy decoction (20-25 ml) and digested On the use of melted rice and salt-free moong and gooseberry amalgam, the piles and hemorrhoids are quenched and chemical properties are enhanced.

Consuming 1-2 grams of ginger, pure Bhilava and dry ginger powder in the morning every morning provides chemical properties without disease and old age.

10. Soil-Poison- If the ground-toxin is contaminated, the poisonous effect is destroyed by mixing the powder of Bambi soil, water, Patha and Katabhi in milk or by spraying it on the ground.

Quantity: Arishta 15-20 ml. 172 grams of seed powder. Seed decoction 10-15 ml or as per doctor’s consultation.

Side effects and intake

Vidang  can be taken from 1 to 6 grams according to the doctor’s instructions. Its fruit is used in Ayurvedic medicinal use. Vidangadi churna, Vidangadi iron, Vidangarishta, Haritakyadi yoga, Kramimudgar rasa, etc. are made by the use of Vidang Dravya.

What is Witch Hazel?

Witch hazel is an important element. The witch hazel plant also has flowers. This plant is found in North America, Japan and China. It is also called Winter bloom. Its scientific name is Hamamelis Virginiana. The part of plant used are bark and leaves.

It is a shrub which can grow upto height of 15 to 20 feet. Many species of it exist. It has amazing medicinal properties. The medicinal properties found in it are helpful in relieving many skin related problems. It contains tannin, which is a natural compound. It has astringent properties that compress the tissue present in the skin. Several research has found that witch hazel is effective in treating skin related problems like pimples, skin irritation, hemorrhoids, inflammation, insect bites and itching.

Use of witch hazel for beauty:

Witch hazel is used in many ways. Applying a witch hazel toner with a spray on the face or with a brush directly above your spots helps remove facial spots. Mixing witch hazel in aloe vera gel and applying it on the body relieves sunburn skin. It can also be used as a facial mask or as an aftershave.

Use of witch hazel for health:

This diarrhea, mucus colitis, blood vomiting, cuffing with blood, tuberculosis, cold, fever, tumor, and cancer have witch hazel doses by mouth.

Witch hazel can be applied directly to the skin for itching, pain and swelling, swelling of the eyes, skin injury, inflammation of the mucous membrane, varicose veins, hemorrhoids, wounds, insect bites, minor burns, and other skin irritations. .

To cure ear infection:

It has antibacterial, antiviral and antiseptic properties, which help prevent infection and viruses.

Remove stretch marks:

Stubborn stretch marks during pregnancy can be easily reduced with its help. However, how long the stretch marks will be removed may depend on the process used.

For shaving:

Many times skin irritation occurs after shaving. In this case it can be used. Its antioxidant, astringent and anti-inflammatory properties help relieve irritation or itching on the skin.

For eye care:

Due to dust, dirt, pollution and lack of sleep, many problems related to the eyes can occur, such as – eye redness, eye redness, eye irritation or swelling under the eyes. Witch hazel can be used to overcome all these problems. For this, soak a cotton ball in witch hazel gel and apply it on the skin around the eyes. The anti-inflammatory properties present in it will help in reducing inflammation under the eyes.

Witch hazel that has many more utility, ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

How does witch hazel work?

Witch hazel contains a chemical called tannin. It can be used directly on the skin, along with reducing swaying, this chemical works to repair torn skin

How safe is the use of witch hazel?

• You are pregnant or breast feeding. This is because during this time the immunity of the pregnant mother is very weak, in such a situation, you should consult your doctor before taking any kind of medicine.
• If you are already taking other medicines or are taking medicines without prescription.
• You are allergic to witch hazel or other drugs or herbs.
• You have another type of illness, disorder, or medical condition.

The rules for taking herbs are same as that of medicines. However, to know how safe it is, more research is still needed. know about risks before taking medicines.  If possible, use it only after consulting your herbal specialist or doctor.

Side effects

• Vomiting
• stomach pain
• Constipation
• Dark urine
• Yellowing of skin and eyes
• Too much stomach ache
• Liver damage

Not everyone feels these side effects. The list mentioned above may not include some side effects. If you are a little worried about the side effects, it is better to consult your doctor or herbalist.

Doses

In case of discoloration and anal disorder caused by itching or haemorrhoids apply witch hazel water 6 times a day or use after every bowel movement.

Witch hazel tincture: Take 2-4 ml dose three times a day.

Witch Hazel Ointment: This ointment is made by mixing 20 parts ointments base with one part of witch hazel extract.

Witch hazel tea: Its tea can be drunk two to three times a day. Tea is also used as a gargle to relieve swelling of the throat.

The dose of witch hazel may be different for every patient. The dosage you take depends on your age, health and many other conditions. Herbs are not always safe. 

Some other uses:

You may also have heard some of your friends counting the benefits of witch hazel. It is a plant whose leaves as well as bark and twigs are used to remove dirt from the skin and to relieve itching. 

1. Relax from sunburn– Yes, you should not get out in the sun without applying sunscreen, but at the same time you can use hazel witch to get relief from the damage that has been done to your skin. Because the ingredients present in it relieve your skin from the pain and harm caused by sunburn. 
2. Relieving inflammation under the eyes – The anti-inflammatory elements of witch hazel also reduce the swelling and spots around your eyes. Drip a few drops of witch hazel on the cotton ball and apply under your eyes.
3. Removes skin stickiness – If your skin is oily, you can also use witch hazel to reduce its stickiness. After cleansing the face with a cleanser, apply a witch hazel to your face with the help of cotton. You can also add lemon juice to the witch hazel and apply it as a toner.
4. Makeup Remover – Witch hazel can also be used to clean your makeup. By using this, you will also reduce blackheads and redness. It is not even tough on your skin and hence the skin does not become dry or dry. 

Relief on burns – Witch hazel relieving elements are also beneficial in razor burns and also prevent lumps and grains in the pores. That is, if you want to shave at a sensitive place like your bikini line, then applying witch hazel will help you a lot and it will make your skin good.

Tip –

Witch hazel can be quite dry for dry skin and very beneficial for oily skin. However, do not apply too much witch hazel during use. Because it can reduce the natural oils of your skin.

What is Celery?

Celery (ajmodha) is a kind of small plant used as a food. Its scientific name is Apium graveolens. It is mostly used to make salads. At the same time, there is a practice of using it to decorate food as well. There are many people who like to eat soup or juice. Explain that it is very similar to coriander in view, but it is not coriander. It is mainly found in Middle-Eastern Europe and America. Due to its many medicinal properties, it is now being used all over the world.

Why is celery good for you?

According to experts, it contains calcium, sodium, magnesium and iron. At the same time, it is also found in vitamins-A, C, E, B-6, B-9 and vitamin-K along with many other nutrients. All these nutrients are considered very important for health. In addition, celery also has many medicinal properties, some of which are as follows:

• Anthelmintic (parasitic destroyer)
• Antispasmodic
• Carminative (relieving gas problem)
• Diuretic (urine enhancer)
• Laxative (stool loosening)
• Sedative Stimulant (mind calming)

This is the reason why celery is considered useful for physical health and mental health. Not only this, celery is also very useful for skin and hair.

Ajmoda names in different languages

The Latin botanical name of celery is Apium Graveolens and Syn-Carum graveolens (Linn.) Koso-Pol. is.
It is also named as carum roxburghianum. 

Hindi – Parsley, Parsley, Big Parsley, Parsley, Parsley

English (ajmoda in english) – Celery

Sanskrit – Ajmoda, Ayamoda, Ajmoja, Kharashwa, Karvi, Mayur, Brahmakusha, Lochmastaka

Punjabi – Bhootjata

Gujarati – Bodi ajmoda, Parsley (Ajmod)

Kannada (celery root in kannada) – Ajmoda Boma, Selerina

Tamil (ajmoda in tamil) – Ajmoda, Celery kerai

Telugu (celery seeds in telugu) – Ajumoda, Voma

Ayurvedic treatment

• Rasa- katu , tikta
• Guna-laghu, ruksha
• Virya- ushna
• Vipaka – katu

Classical categorization

Aachrya charak- shoolaprashmana , deepaneeya

Aacharya sushurat – pippalyadi grop of herbes

Aachraya vagbhata – pippalyadi groups of herbes

Benefits of Celery

Here we will try to know the advantages of parsley in sequence. At the same time, we will also tell how it can work to provide relief in those problems.

1. Controls blood pressure

A scientific research by the National Center for Biotechnology Information has found that anti-hypertensive effect is found in the seeds of celery, which can work to control high blood pressure.

2. Reduces cholesterol

The benefits of celery also include controlling cholesterol levels. It is be said that it contains a chemical compound called 3-N-butyphthalide, which can work to reduce bad cholesterol in the blood stream. Not only this, it can also play an important role in balancing the entire lipid profile.

3. Helpful in weight loss

Celery can act as an effective weight controller. It is low in calories and is also rich in fiber. 

4. Help in preventing cancer

The benefits of celery can also be seen in a fatal disease like cancer. According to experts, celery contains an element known as epigenin, which may reduce it as an adjunct in cancer prevention and treatment to avoid the risk of cancer

5. Helpful in digestion and constipation

The juice can be used to get the benefits of celery in digestive problems. 

6. beneficial in asthma

According to experts, many anti-oxidants are also found in celery along with vitamins and minerals. Due to their presence, it works as a medicine in the treatment of many diseases.

7. takes care of heart

Celery can also be used as a treatment for heart-related diseases. Based on a research, it is believed that celery contains many vitamins and phytochemicals along with fiber and protein, which can work to maintain heart health.

8. Improve immunity

Celery is also capable of increasing immunity. According to experts, flavonoids, alkaloids and phenolic compounds are found in celery. Due to the presence of all these, the celery exhibits immune-stimulating effect.

9. Controls diabetes

Research has found that celery seeds contain some elements that are capable of controlling blood sugar.

10. Kidney & Liver Health

Celery seed oil can prove to be quite beneficial for kidney. Explain that some special elements in its seed oil such as: Chrysoeriol, diglucoside, luteolin, apiosigalucoside and luteolin are found. These ingredients may be helpful in relieving kidney stone problem. At the same time, another research has also confirmed that some elements are also found in the leaves of celery, due to the presence of which its use can prove to be helpful in providing protection to the liver.

Useful parts of Ajmoda

• Ajmoda seeds
• The root
• The leaves
• Oil

Dosage -2-4 gm