Ratanjot / रतनजोत (Hindi name) or Alkanna Tinctoria (Botanical name) is an ancient Ayurvedic herb and is commonly known by many intriguing names: Alkanet (English name), Dyer’s Bugloss, or Hoary Puccoon to name a few. This perennial plant belongs to the Borage family and grows well in tropical and Mediterranean climates. It is small in height (grows to about 1 meter only) and comes with blue flowers and dark red rootsRatanjot Medicinal PropertiesAnti-oxidantAnit-inflammatoryAnti-bacterialExpectorantAstringentDiureticDemulcentAnti-pyreticBlood purifierVulneraryDigestiveAnti-viral Other Names: Shanjar, Khas al-himaar, Ratanjot, Alkanet, Dyer’s Bugloss, Spanish Bugloss, Buglosse azure, Natternkopf-Lotwurz, Ratanjot, Laljari, Yatilung, Yarilung, Onosma echioides Linn, Shankaru, Laljari, Koame, Maharanga, Ratanjot , Maharanga, Dhamani, Ratanjot
Ratan Jot or Alkanna tinctoria, also commonly known as alkanet, is a plant that belongs to the Borage family. Ideally, this plant's roots produce a red coloring material which is used as a red dye. It is also used in many households to give food its trademark red color. Many times people substitute the use of alkanet dye with that of tomato for cooked dishes, but the outcome in terms of taste and look do not match ....
Known by various names across different states of India, Khus Khus or Poppy seeds are a well-known ingredient that finds a place in numerous Indian cuisines. While they have a peculiar nutty taste, they are highly recommended when you need to add a nice aroma to any cuisine.Different variants of Poppy seeds are readily available. From these, the popular types are:White Poppy seeds – Also known as Indian/Asian Poppy seedsOriental Poppy seeds – Also known as Opium PoppyBlue Poppy seeds – Also known as European Poppy seedsHere are some popular benefits of Poppy seeds:Improvement of FertilityPoppy seeds play a pivotal role in boosting female fertility. They are known to remove mucus from the fallopian tubes and aid in achieving pregnancy....
Mint or Mentha is one of the oldest herbs widely used in global cuisines and it is highly prized for its innumerable therapeutic properties and uses. The divine flavour of pudina leaves renders a distinct taste and aroma to the dishes and it is used to make chutney, raita and refreshing drink. Mint leaves are also valued as a mouth freshener since times immemorial for its amazing healing properties.Mint the aromatic herb also known as Mentha, belongs to the plant family Lamiaceae, there are more than 13-24 species of mint exists due to hybridization and overlapping of many species. Spearmint and peppermint are the other two common varieties of mint. Mint species is extensively distributed and grows in wet moist land across India, Europe, Africa, Australia and other Asian countries.Pudina/Mint Leaves UsesPudina leaves can be used fresh or dried in a spectrum of culinary dishes....
In the world of Ayurveda, neem is a popular medicinal herb that’s been part of traditional remedies that date back almost 5000 years. Also known as Azadirachta Indica in English or ‘Neemba’ in Sanskrit, the neem tree is a really good example of how nature holds both the problem and the cure. It’s home to more than 130 different biologically active compounds! No wonder it’s such an effective anti-viral and anti-bacterial, along with being a powerful immuno-stimulant.Then come the other benefits: purify the blood, prevent damage caused by free radicals in the body, remove toxins, treat insect bites and ulcers. Neem leaves have anti-bacterial properties which is why it works wonders on infections, burns and any kind of skin problems....
Nagarmotha or mustak powder by Yuvika Herb is a natural way to help checks worm infestation, diarrhoea, cough, insomnia, blood disorders, and erysipelas, epilepsy and skin disorders. Nagarmotha is packed with numerous health benefits and is widely used as home remedies to help prevent many respiratory and liver related diseases. It is a very important component in the making of chyawanprash. The herb possesses both antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can help fight metabolic disorders like diabetes and inflammatory conditions like rheumatoid arthritis.FeaturesNumerous health benefits Fine powder form Ideal for general wellness Help with respiratory & liver related diseases Prevents worm infestation Famous component in chyawanprash
Nagarmotha is a perennial herb that is considered a weed in many areas. However, Ayurvedic practitioners have valued the root of the nut grass plant for its medicinal qualities for many years. Its seeds and rhizome is particularly valued for its oil and this is used in the perfume industry. Nagarmotha oil is an effective home remedy for managing stomach disorders due to its antispasmodic and carminative properties. Nagarmotha oil also helps manage diabetes due to its antioxidant property....
Safed musli is a rare herb from India. It is used in traditional systems of medicine including Ayurveda, Unani, and homeopathy. It is traditionally used for arthritis, cancer, diabetes, boosting vitality, improving sexual performance, and for many other uses.Uses & EffectivenessBodybuilding.Weight loss.Improving sexual performance.Erectile dysfunction.Stress.Arthritis.Cancer.Diabetes.Diarrhea.Dysentery.Painful urination (dysuria).Increasing lactation in breast-feeding mothers.Gonorrhea.Sperm disorders (oligospermia).Infections.Other Names: Musli Abyad, Shwet Mushli, White Musale, Musale Blanc, Dholi Musli, Safed Musli, Chlorophytum arundinaceum Baker, Patli Musli, Musli Safed, Shweta Musli, Musli Safed, Mooshli
Licorice or Mulethi is a medicinal herb which is used in various Ayurvedic medicines. Its underground stems and roots are used for medicinal purpose. It has antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective properties.Mulethi is useful in cough, sore throat, bronchitis, sexual weakness, skin problems, jaundice, hoarseness, vata dosha, ulcers etc. It has demulcent and expectorant properties.Mentioned below are the best health benefits of MulethiCombats digestive issuesThe root of Mulethi is very helpful in curing digestive problems like acid reflux, inflammation of the stomach, stomach ulcers, heartburn, acidity and constipation....
Liquorice, commonly called as mulethi in India, is a popular condiment that not only acts as a good flavouring agent but is also widely used home remedy because of its widespread medical properties. It has been in use since ancient times in Indian Ayurveda as well as in Chinese medicine. This medicinal herb has wide reaching health benefits and thus, is of great value in naturally treating sore throat, chest congestion, strengthening of bones and muscles, kidney problems, bronchitis, mouth ulcers, hair loss, etc to name a few.The medicinal property of mulethi is mainly because of the presence of powerful phytochemicals namely flavonoids, chalcones, saponins and xenoestrogens. Glycyrrhizin (salts of glycyrrhizic acid) is a popular saponin found in roots of mulethi that is responsible for the characteristic sweet taste (50 times more sweet than sugar) flavor....
Mochras is a deciduous tree attaining a height up to 40 m and a girth up to 6 m or more and distributed throughout the hotter parts of the country. This species is native to Pakistan and India, globally distributed from Indo-Malesia to Australia. Within India, it is widely distributed throughout, including the Andamans, up to an altitude of 1500 m. Bark 0.5-1 cm thick, pale-ashy to silvery-grey externally, brownish internally, external surface rough with vertical and transverse cracks, mucilaginous on chewing; fracture, fibrous....
Other Names: Moongama, Lodha, Lodhra, Lodh Tree, Lotur Bark, Arbre De Lotur, Lodhar, Lodar, Lodh, Lodha, Bodhra, Pathani Lodh, Lodhra, Pachettu, Symplocos racemosa Roxb, Lodha, Lodhra, Lodhar, Lodhra, Rodhra, Tillaka, Srimata, Lodh Pathani
