Dry Parijat, also known as night-flowering Jasmine, is an important plant used in traditional medicines for the treatment of various diseases. The plant is used as an herbal remedy for treating various infectious and non-infectious diseases. Traditionally, different parts of the plant have been used as herbal remedies for treating conditions like intermittent fevers, arthritis, and sciatica. The plant shows anti-inflammatory and antipyretic (fever-reducing) properties, which help in managing pain and fever. It is also used as a laxative, in rheumatism, skin ailments, and as a sedative. Some researchers suggest its use on the hair scalp to relieve hair fall. The leaves of the plant can be used to treat ringworm and other skin diseases. According to Ayurveda, the paste of the Parijat plant leaves, when applied externally, can provide benefits in reducing the pain caused by an imbalance of Vata dosha due to its Vata-balancing property.

 Arthritis:

Parijat or Harsingar leaves are effective herbal remedies for reducing painful conditions like osteoarthritis. As per Ayurveda, osteoarthritis is known as Sandhivata and it occurs due to an aggravation of Vata dosha. It causes pain, swelling, and joint mobility. Taking Parijat leaf powder helps to balance the aggravated Vata and reduces the symptoms of arthritis because of its Vata-balancing property.

Tip:

Take Parijat leaf juice 10-20ml or as directed by the physician.

Mix it with the same amount of water and have it before meals in the morning.

To get quick relief from arthritis pain.

Sciatica:

Ayurveda describes sciatica as Gridhrasi, and it is caused by the aggravation of Vata. Sometimes aggravated Kapha and Vata can also cause sciatica. Parijat has a Ushna (hot) nature that helps to bring back the aggravated Vata. It also helps to restore the state of equilibrium by maintaining the balance between Kapha and Vata dosha to provide relief in symptoms of sciatica.

Tip

Take Parijat leaf juice 10-20ml or as directed by the physician.

Mix it with the same amount of water and have it before meals in the morning.

To get quick relief from sciatica pain.

Fever:

Parijat or Harsingar can prove to be beneficial in controlling the fever. As per Ayurveda, the accumulation of ama (toxic remains in the body due to improper digestion) in the body may sometimes cause fever. Taking Parijat leaf juice with honey helps to reduce the symptoms of fever by reducing Ama because of its Ushna (hot) properties.

Tip:

Take a bowl and mix two leaves of Parijat plant, neem, three black peppers, and four leaves of tulsi.

Ground the mix in half a liter of water.

Now boil it till half a cup of residue remains.

Keep the concoction aside and let it cool down.

The remedy is ready to be given orally once or twice a day.

Indigestion:

According to Ayurveda, indigestion is termed Agnimandya. It occurs due to an imbalance of Pitta dosha. Whenever the ingested food is left undigested due to Mand Agni (low digestive fire), it results in the formation of ama (toxic remains in the body due to improper digestion) and causes indigestion. Parijat helps enhance the Agni, thus leading to improved digestion due to its Deepan (appetizer) and Pachan (digestion) properties.

Tip

Take Parijat leaf powder 1-3 gm or as directed by the physician.

Mix it with honey and have it after meals once or twice a day.

To get relief from indigestion

Diabetes:

Diabetes, also known as Madhumeha, occurs due to an aggravation of Vata-Kapha dosha as well as impaired digestion. Impaired digestion leads to an accumulation of ama (toxic remains in the body due to improper digestion) in the pancreatic cells and impairs the function of insulin. Parijat helps manage diabetes due to its Vata-Kapha balancing and Tikta (bitter) properties. It helps prevent the accumulation of Ama and improves the function of insulin, thereby managing blood sugar levels and reducing the symptoms of diabetes.

Tip

Take Parijat leaf powder 1-3 gm or as directed by the physician.

Mix it with lukewarm water and have it once or twice a day

To manage symptoms of diabetes

Joint pain:

Parijat oil can help to reduce bone and joint pain. According to Ayurveda, bones and joints are considered sites of Vata in the body. Pain in the joints is mainly caused by an imbalanced Vata. Applying Parijat oil helps to reduce joint pain due to its Vata-balancing property.

Tip

Take 5-10 drops of Parijat essential oil.

Mix with coconut oil and apply on the affected area once or twice a day to get relief from joint pain.

Hair fall:

Parijat has Keshya (hair tonic) property, which helps to control hair fall and promote hair growth. Juice of Parijat flower or paste of the seeds, when applied to the scalp, can give quick results and also promote hair growth.

Tip

Extract the juice of Parijat flowers or make a paste out of the seeds

Apply it to the scalp.

Leave it for 20 to 30 minutes, then wash it with plain water.

Repeat the process twice a week to get quick results.

Ringworm:

Ringworm or Dadru with itching and burning sensation is due to an imbalance of Kapha and Pitta dosha. Parijat leaf juice helps to control fungal infections and itching associated with ringworm. This is due to its Kushtghna (useful in skin disease) and Kapha pacifying properties.

Tip

Take Parijat flower or leaf juice in 10–20 ml or as per requirement.

Apply it to the affected area.

Leave it 20 to 30 minutes, then wash with plain water.

Repeat the process twice a week to get quick relief from ringworm lesions.

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