Plants

Ashwagandha (sania somnifera)

According to Ayurvedic medicine, this Indian plant stimulates thinking, strengthens and vitalizes the body, but also increases the quality of sleep. According to studies in the field, Ashwagandha fades the hormones of stress and helps eliminate anxious states. That’s why rest is quieter after eating this plant. Ashwagandha also increases the production of thyroid hormones T4 and T3 but also stimulates hepatic activity. It is recommended to consume Ashwagandha at doses of 500 mg twice a day before meals. The beneficial effects will be seen in 2-4 weeks.

Bitter melon

Bitter melon, also known as goya, should be consumed by any person with diabetes. Studies made in recent years have shown that bitter melon has hypoglycemic properties. It also increases insulin production in the pancreas. Studies on animals suggest that sour watermelon also reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease. Bitter melons should be taken in doses of 500-600 mg twice a day.

Basil

Considered a holy plant in India, but also crucial in Christianity, basil has anti-inflammatory, anti-febrile and analgesic properties. At the same time, the strong smell of basil “cleanses” and the airways. Basil can be eaten as a spice for food as a tea or as a capsule. Its effects will be seen after 2-4 weeks of consumption.

Turmeric

Turmeric has been known for hundreds of years for its healing properties, recently confirmed by scientists. Curcumin, the active substance in turmeric, has antioxidant properties, calms inflammation, but also prevents cancer. Turmeric can be used as an anti-inflammatory drug. It has the advantage of not causing stomach complications, as do drugs of this type. A 600-700 mg dose of turmeric extract twice a day is more than enough.

Triphala

Triphala is not a plant, but a mixture of 3 fruits with medicinal properties: Amalaki, Bibhitaki, and Haritaki. According to Ayurvedic medicine, Triphala solves any digestive problem. It regulates intestinal transit, calms inflammation of the intestinal tract, counteracts bloating, but also fatigue that occurs after mass or chronic constipation. A 500-600 mg Triphala dose taken 20 minutes before each meal will solve any gastric problems. The results will be seen in 4-6 weeks of treatment.

The communion of these three fruits also has a powerful antioxidant effect, as well as preventive and curative, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antiviral activity. Haritaki, one of the three fruits, is an ayurvedic herb which is derived from the seeds of Terminalia Chebula. You can see more about the haritaki benefits and uses below.

Important benefits of the haritaki plant

The plant grows in southern Asia, from India to Nepal, in the Yunnan region of China, in south Sri Lanka, Malaysia, and Vietnam. In Ayurveda, Haritaki fruits are commonly used as the main ingredient in revitalizing recipes due to their many beneficial properties.

Thus, Haritaki:

• Is a detoxifying and powerful antioxidant
• Contributes to the purification and toning of the body, being a slightly laxative
• It offers gastroprotection
• It is an excellent digestive tonic, increases digestion and maintains intestinal transit within normal limits
• Maintains the health of the respiratory system
• Supports the health of the scalp
• Haritaki fruits have a rich vitamin C content
• It is a useful adjuvant in cases of constipation or flatulence.

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