Healer Herbs

India is well known for its rich treasure of herbs that helps to heal. Today in this 21st century when technology and medical science have achieved the zenith, herbals treatment hasn't been forgotten. It's not only what I think but about four out of five people in India have the same faith in traditional remedies and therefore there are about 430,000 registered ayurvedic medical practitioners in India. There are also a countless rural vaids and healers who are not registered yet provide a valuable service to the community.

Aloe Vera is a plant who's thick and fleshy leaves conceal an emollient extract which is used in preparing cosmetics, as it has anti-fungal properties and skin creams, due to its ability to regenerate cells. Its general ingredients are vitamins, minerals, enzymes, sugars, fatty acids hormones. It has both antiseptic and healing property. Some research has revealed that Aloe Vera also has protective effect against radiation damage skin. One who apply it over a period of time also found their skin more elastic and less wrinkled. It combats pimples, acne and removes scars and stretch marks. Aloe Vera acts as a laxative when it is consumed. It helps to increase intestinal water content, mucus secretion and intestinal peristalsis. Aloe Vera is a great detoxifier and helps in eliminating waste and toxins from the body. It can be consumed both internally and applied topically depending upon the purpose of its use but before using it or consuming it, proper dose or patch test should be done.

Fenugreek seed is a leguminous Asian herb with aromatic seeds which is used internally and externally for several cures. Its powdered seed can be applied as a poultice on hives, boils and ulcers or can also be consumed to increase the appetite, counter appetite loss and reduce blood sugar level. The presence of a lipid in high proportion helps in lowering high blood cholesterol. Person with high lipid level has risk of cardiovascular disease including deadly strokes and heart attacks. The use of the powdered seed at least twice a day, help to lower the level of cholesterol. It is also effective for type-2 diabetes and hypertension.

Garlic is another ancient medicinal herb belonging to the onion family. People taking garlic in their diet lowers the level of gastric ulcer, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Garlic eaters will also experience fewer anginas, the chest pain that heart patients often feel. Those who dislike the taste of garlic, deodorized garlic tablets will provide the same health benefits without the flavor or odour.

Turmeric is a perennial herb whose underground root when grinded becomes a spice and forms one of the staple food. The boiled, dried and grinded stem is used as a flavoring and coloring agent as well as a stimulant. This herb has a mild protective effect against cold and flu as it appears in lowering the severity and duration of the disease. It is effective if taken twice a day, when one feels a cold or flu may attack, with a cup of boiled milk.Curcumin, found in turmeric has anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties, useful in the treatment of arthritis. Most interesting feature of curcumin is the lack of gastrointestinal side effects despite it being an anti-inflammatory agent.

The auspicious or holy basil at our doorstep with fragrant leaves which needs no such introduction is our sacred plant,Tulsi. The consumption of Tulsi, help reduce acid secretion and protect the mucous membrane of the stomach. It helps to heal ulcers. It contains beneficial compounds like phyto-chemicals which possess antioxidant, antiviral, antibacterial and immunity enhancing properties that increases immunity and promotes wellness. Tulsi is very effective for coughs and colds. Tulsi syrup help mobilize mucus in bronchitis and asthma. Drinking and gargling with boiled Tulsi leaves heals sore throats. There are tulsi capsules manufactured by reputed companies which can be taken as the substitute.

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