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Bhumi Amla is a tropical plant that is widely cultivated in coastal regions of India, China, and islands in North and Central America. It is an important herb in Ayurveda for treating liver problems as well as many other health concerns. Only growing to a height of 50 to 70 cm, the plant has smooth, light-green bark and herbaceous branches with tin..

This healing herb is indigenous to India and can be found in the Himalayan region at great altitudes. The rhizomatic roots and fruits of the plant are utilised for therapeutic purposes in Ayurveda. Since the roots are covered with fibres that resemble hair, the plant is known as bhuteshi. Selinum vaginatum's roots have hypotensive, analgesic, and n..

What is Bhindi Powder - Okra - (Ladyfinger): Lady finger, also known as Okra, is a powerhouse of valuable nutrients. It's not only good for your digestion, but it also helps prevent constipation due to its laxative property. Lady finger protects the liver against free radical damage, and improves eye health with its high vitamin C content. In Ayu..

What is Bhimseni Camphor?  There's a good chance you've heard of and used bhimseni kapoor, also known as pacha kapoor, nagi karpura, patri kapoor, and desi kapoor. However, bhimseni camphor is natural, crystalline camphor derived from the Cinnamomum camphora and pine trees.  Bhimseni kapoor is not the same as regular camphor. For example, bhimsen..

Popular and all-natural bhimseni camphor is known by many different names. It goes by the names of Pacha Kapoor, Desi Kapoor, Patri Kapoor, and Nagi Karpura. Bhimseni camphor is obtained naturally in crystalline form from pine and Cinnamomum Camphora trees. It differs significantly from the ordinary camphor that is more frequently seen in Indian te..

Form: Raw Herb The Marking Nut Tree, also known as Semecarpus anacardium, is a deciduous tree native to the Himalayas. The tree was dubbed the "marking nut" because people used to mark their clothing before washing them. Its fruit is a 1-inch oblong black and smooth drupe situated on a fleshy cup. The juice of the fruit can be used as a dye. T..

Form: Dried Raw Herb Other Names: Nadihingu, Nadi hingu, Dikamali, Cambia gum or resin, Bikke, Bukke, Dikkemalli, Dikamalapi, Sinna kambil, Telbampa, Bheekamali, Deekamalli It functions as an insect repellent, antiseptic, carminative, expectorant, stimulant, and vermifuge. The plant calms the body's vitiated Vata and Kapha doshas. It is a potent ..

Bharangi is the oldest herb used in the Ayurvedic system, and it is well known for maintaining a healthy respiratory system and providing a pleasant rhythm to the voice. Glory bower, bag flower, and bleeding heart are some of its common names. Bharangi Plant Leaves are used to stimulate hunger and have expectorant properties. Bharangi flowers are ..

Form: Dried Raw Herb Hajrul Yahood Bhasma (also known as Sange Yahood Bhasma, Ber Patthar Bhasma, Badarashma Bhasma, Hazrul Yahud Bhasma, or Calcined Lime Silicate) is a calcined ayurvedic medicine used to treat kidney stones, dysuria, and renal colic. The main health and therapeutic properties of Hajrul Yahood Bhasma are as follows. Diuretic ..

Bael Fruit is also known as Wood Apple, Stone Apple, Bilwa, Kaitha, Belgiri Powder, VIlam Palam , Belada Hannu, Koovalam and Kothu. Few other names through which Bale fruit is known as are Bengal Quince, Belgiri, Gorakamili, Maja, Matum, Vivlamaran, Bel Patthar and Koth Bel. It is very useful in treatment of Digestive disorders, Urinary Diseases, ..

Bael Giri contains laxative qualities that ease constipation. Diarrhea, diabetes, and other disorders are also treated with it. Bael Giri is particularly effective for reducing swelling and inflammation because it contains tannins, flavonoids, and substances known as coumarins. Asthma management might also benefit from using Bael Giri. In addition..

What is Siras Kala seeds: Siras Kala, or Saras seeds, is a medicinal tree native to Indian subcontinent and parts of southeast Asia and northern Australia. It is used to prepare various medicines in Ayurveda. This tree contains alkaloids, tannins, saponins and flavonoids which have medicinal action.  If you're interested in keeping your head clear,..