Hasraj (Adiantum capillus veneris) commonly called Samalapatti, Hansaraj, Walking fern, Seruppadai, and Maidenhair is a fern that can be found in areas near water sources and moist places. It is found in India, Bangladesh, Thailand, Sri Lanka, and Cambodia. It is mostly found in the northern part of India. This Ayurvedic plant has been traditionally […]
Gmelina arborea, commonly known as beechwood, Gambhari, Gamhar, Umi-thekku, Gumadi, and Shivana is a popular herb in the Ayurvedic system. Gambhari is a fast-growing tree that is one among Dashmoola- a group of 10 herbs in Ayurveda. Gambhari is native to Pakistan, Bhutan, and India and is also found in Brazil. It is widely distributed […]
Boswellia Serrata (Olibanum Indicum), also called Kundur, Salai, Indian frankincense, Paraginavani, and Boswellia gum is an Ayurvedic herb with numerous health benefits. It is native to India and is extensively found in the Punjab region of India and Pakistan. It is spread in tropical regions across the world. The Boswellia Serrata plant produces fragrant resin […]
Parpataka (Fumaria indica), also called fine leaf fumitory, Indian fumitory, Pugsley, earth smoke, Tura and Pitta Papada is an Ayurvedic herb used for treating numerous diseases in Ayurveda. This is usually seen as a weed and is found in all parts of India and Pakistan. They grow wildly in plains and lower hills of India, […]
Priyangu (Callicarpa macrophylla), also called Beautyberry Phalini and Daya, is an ayurvedic herb with various health benefits. It is a perennial shrub that is found in the North-Eastern parts of India and the Himalayan region. This plant produces clusters of small violet fruits called Beautyberries that are used for decorative purposes. But this beautiful plant […]
Pashanabheda (Bergenia ligulate), commonly called Pashanabheda, Sirupilai, and Stonebreaker is an ayurvedic herb with numerous health benefits. This small shrub grows only at an altitude of 900-3000 meters. The root of the plant has a distinct reddish colour. It is widely spread in the plains and mountain region of the Himalayas between the wedges of […]
Nagkesar (Mesua ferrea), also known as Cobra Saffron, Ceylon Ironwood, Indian rose chestnut, and Sirunagappu is an important herb in Ayurveda. Nagakesar is an evergreen ornamental tree that produces beautiful and fragrant flowers. Nagkesar tree is found across Asia in almost all countries including India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Thailand, Malaysia, and Sumatra regions. The amazing […]
Bakula Pushpa (Mimusops elengi), also called Spanish cherry, Bakula, Indian medlar, Bulletwood tree, and Maulsari is a popular herb in Ayurveda. It is an evergreen tree with sweet-scented flowers and it is often grown as a garden tree. This tree is native of India and is also cultivated in North and Peninsular India and the […]
Brain health and memory decline over time and as people age, they will experience a cognitive decline. In fact, declining memory and declining mental health affect 25% of all the people over 80. This is why it is important to take care of yourself mentally by boosting your brain health and memory as you age. […]
Weak bones and low bone density are conditions that can affect anyone including children and women. It also serves as an anchor for our muscles. So, it is important that we maintain strong bones and improve our bone density. But today’s modern diet that contains insufficient nutrients coupled with a sedentary lifestyle can contribute to […]