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About Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh

Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh is the younger Vaidya in Chandigarh Ayurved & Panchakarma Centre. He is the fourth generation in his family who is practicing as a general consultant in Ayurved & Panchakarma treatment at Chandigarh. In his practice, he had treated more than 1 Lakh Plus patients worldwide.

Detox

August 7, 2020
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Diet Chart for Detox

Detox diet helps in elimination of toxins from your body. This diet also rejuvenates your body and skin from the inside out. Before you begin your detox diet plan, eliminate alcohol, coffee, cigarettes, refined sugars, saturated fats and all processed foods. These can add as toxins in your body.

	Foods to be Consumed	Foods to be avoided
Fruits	Apple, pomegranate, orange, grapes, pineapple, banana, watermelon, muskmelon.	Canned fruits, banana, mango, litchi.
Vegetables	Green Onions, coriander, radish, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, mushrooms, pumpkin, beans, cucumber, carrots, tomatoes, fenugreek leaves, bottle gourd, bitter gourd, okra, green leafy vegetables like spinach, garlic, ginger.	Potatoes, sweet potatoes, Canned and frozen vegetables.
Grains	Wheat, brown rice, brown bread, oatmeal, Quinoa, barley.	White rice, white flour, white bread, pasta.
Dairy Product	Low-fat milk, tofu, curd, buttermilk, yogurt.	Whole milk and cream, full-fat yogurt, cream cheese, condensed milk, butter.
Legumes	Green gram, kidney beans, black beans, lentils, pigeon peas.	Black gram, dried and frozen pulses.
Nuts	Walnut, soaked almonds, raisin, flax seeds, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds.	Peanuts, cashew, pistachio, dates, sunflower seeds.
Oils	Cow ghee, canola oil, olive oil.	Corn oil, rice bran oil, cotton seed oil, sunflower oil.
Spices	Cumin, turmeric, ginger, pepper, fennel, cinnamon, coriander, fenugreek cloves, mint.	Red chillies.
Beverage	Green tea, fresh fruit juices, coconut water, herbal tea.	Soda, cold drinks, alcohol, energy drinks, fruit syrups.

Thyroid

August 5, 2020
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Diet Chart for Thyroid

Thyroid gland is an endocrine gland present in the neck that contains two lobes connected by an isthmus. This gland produces hormones known as thyroxine/T4, triiodothyronine/T3, & calcitonin. When the thyroid gland in our body produces an excess of thyroxine hormone it is known as Hyperthyroidism. This disease is considered as a metabolic disorder that causes irregular heartbeat and unintentional weight loss. Hyperthyroidism is serious issue never ignore it as can lead to several other conditions. Women are more affected by this disease as compare to men. These all conditions appear due to wrong eating habits & sedentary lifestyle. If you have hyperthyroidism start with the following food items mentioned below:

	Foods to be Consumed	Foods to be avoided
Fruits	Blueberries, blackberries, apple, apricot, cherries, dates, grapefruit, kiwi, papaya, cranberries, raspberries, banana.	Strawberries, peaches, sweet potatoes, cassava, pears, dried fruits.
Vegetables	Tomatoes, peas, lentils, chickpeas, and beans, onions, beans, garlic.	Cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, spinach, kale, Brussels, sprout.
Grains	Maize, barley, wheat, rye, brown rice, quinoa.	White Bread, pasta , rice, millet.
Dairy Product	Raw butter, eggs, yogurt.	Soy milk, tofu, cakes, cookies, butter, choclates.
Legumes	Sunflower seeds, mung beans, black beans, peas, lima beans.
Nuts	Hazel nuts, almonds, cashew, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, brazil nuts.	Peanuts, millet, pine nuts
Oils	Coconut oil, olive oil.	Canola oil.
Spices	Turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, black pepper, chillies, peppermint, parsley, cilantro.	Excessive salt intake.
Beverage	Green tea, orange juice, fresh fruit juice.	Tea, Coffee, alcohol, carbonated soft drink.

Hypertension

August 5, 2020
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Diet Chart for Hypertension

The unhealthy life-style and not getting proper sleep give birth to a silent killer known as Hypertension (High blood pressure). The normal blood pressure is the amount of blood your heart pumps but in high blood pressure the more blood is pumped through your heart that makes your arteries narrower. Nowadays the risk of high blood pressure is increasing people at the age of 18 are facing this issue. But mostly after the age of 45, people are facing this problem.

A good and nutritious diet plays a major role in the protection of heart. You can prevent this condition by adopting the foods which lowers blood pressure, decreases cholesterol, and help to manage the weight loss. Here we recommended some of the best foods that one must be followed by every individual to prevent from heart diseases.

	Foods to be Consumed	Foods to be avoided
Fruits	Blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, banana, pomegranates, avocado, sweet potatoes, kiwi, watermelon, apricots, dates, grapes, peaches, pineapple, raisins, oranges, mangoes.	Frozen fruits.
Vegetables	Leafy green vegetables like turnip greens, spinach, beet greens, broccoli, kale, swiss chard, garlic, tomatoes, potatoes, green peas, mushrooms, tuna , beans, cabbage, fennel.	Canned vegetable juices, bottled tomato products, baked vegetables.
Grains	Oatmeal, whole wheat bread, maize, barley, popcorn, unsalted pretzels.	White rice, white bread, corn bread.
Dairy Product	Skim milk, yogurt, dark chocolates, low- fat mayonnaise.	Salted snacks, whole milk products, butter.
Legumes	Chickpeas, Peas, Soybeans, Kidney beans, Yellow lentil, Pink lentil, Green gram.	White gram, black gram.
Nuts	Pistachios, unsalted almonds, peanuts, walnuts, sunflower, pumpkin, or squash seeds.	Cashews, Excessive peanuts
Oils	Olive oil, corn, canola, sunflower oil.
Spices	Cinnamon, basil, thyme, Turmeric, Ginger, Coriander, Cinnamon, Cloves, Curry powder, Black pepper.	Excessive salt, red chillies.
Beverage	Fresh fruit juice, Lime juice, Beetroot juice, Green tea, Herbal tea.	Alcohol, tea, coffee, cold drinks, energy drinks.

PCOD (Polycystic Ovarian Disorder)

August 5, 2020
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Diet Chart for PCOD

Polycystic ovarian syndrome(PCOS) is condition in which a woman has an imbalance in female sex hormones. It is common among women at reproductive age group. Women with PCOS may have infrequent or prolonged menstrual periods or excess male hormones (androgen) levels. They may present with disturbance in frequency and duration of menstrual cycle associated with increased levels of androgens. Ovaries may be filled with follicles along with non-release of ova. PCOS can cause symptoms including excess facial and body hair, abnormal menstruation, acne vulgaris, and mood changes. It can also make it difficult to become pregnant, and may significantly harm a person overall health if left untreated. According to Ayurveda PCOS cases clinically are seen of two types, one is Kapha Pradhana and other Pitta Vataja pradhan vyadhi.

A healthy and nutritious diet full of Vitamins, Carbohydrates, and fibres plays an important role in regulating hormonal levels and also improves immunity. As this condition develops due to unhealthy eating habits and bad lifestyles. We recommend the best diet chart through which you can prevent and control the symptoms of PCOS.

	Foods to be Consumed	Foods to be avoided
Fruits	Kiwi, pomegranate, cherries, apple, pineapple, banana, mango, coconut, pear, grapes, papaya, blueberries and strawberries.	Frozen fruits.
Vegetables	Broccoli, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts, red leaf lettuce, red peppers Beans, lentils, pumpkin, tomatoes, kale, spinach .	white bread, anything made with white flour.
Grains	brown rice, wheat, oats, whole grain, corn, barley.	white bread, white rice, refined grains.
Dairy Product	Low-fat milk, fresh yoghurt, curd, cow’s ghee, buttermilk, egg white.	High-fat milk, cheese, butter, ice-cream, mayonnaise, cakes, cookies.
Legumes	Lentils, green gram, kidney bean, chickpeas.	Black gram, white gram.
Nuts	Almonds, walnuts, cashew nuts, flax seeds, pistachio, peanuts.	None
Oils	Olive oil, coconut oil, mustard oil.	Soybeans oil, sunflower oil.
Spices	Cumin, fennel seeds, fenugreek seeds, turmeric, coriander, cinnamon, black pepper.	Red chilli, excessive salt.
Beverage	Coconut water, aloe vera juice, amla juice, orange juice, chamomile tea, green tea, dandelion tea.	Alcohol, coffee, tea, energy drinks, cold drinks.

Ashwagandha / Withania Somnifera

August 1, 2020
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Botanical Classification of Ashwagandha:

Latin name- Withania Somnifera

Family- Solanaceae

Class- Magnoliopsida

Kingdom- Plantae

Sub-Kingdom- Viridiplantae

Infra Kingdom- Streptophyta (Land Plants)

Super Division- Embryophyta

Division- Tracheophyta (Tracheophytes or Vascular Plants)

Sub Division- Spermatophytina (spermatophytes or Seed Plants)

Super Order- Asteraceae

Order- Solanales

Names in different languages:

English name: Indian winter cherry, Poison gooseberry, Indian ginseng

Hindi name: Asgandh, Asgandha

Bengali name: Asvagandha

Tamil name: Askulang, Amukura

Gujarathi name: Ghoda aakun, Aasandha

Kannada name: Ashvagandhi

Marathi name: Doragunj, Asandh

Its Sanskrit synonyms:

Vajigandha, Turagnagandha, Ashwagandha, Hayagandha in which vaji, ashwa, and haya means horse and gandha mean smell. The smell of this plant is quite alike horse dung.

Gatrakari in which gatra means body and this herb helps to improve the body’s strength and mass.

Balya- It improves the strength

Kushtagandhi, Pivari

Vajikari, Turagi- Here the vaji means horse and it improves the sexual performance like that of a horse

Varahakarni- Varaha means pig and Karna mean ear. Its leaves are like the ear of a pig

Description:

Ashwagandha is also known as Indian ginseng and it has been used in Ayurveda for a very long time as a crucial part of ayurvedic treatment for various health issues. In Ayurveda, Ashwagandha is considered as a Rasayana (potent rejuvenative agent as it increases the vitality and longevity of an individual. It improves memory power, preserves mental functions, and increases intelligence. Due to its anti-inflammatory action, it is mainly used in all types of inflammatory disorders. The word Ashwagandha means ‘smell of a horse’. The two main reasons behind its name are- first is because of its roots that emit the smell of horse. The second reason is that by consuming Ashwagandha in any form may improve vitality, increases energy levels and strength similar to that of a horse.

Nutrients in Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha is rich in minerals like calcium, phosphorus, potassium, and magnesium. It is grown and cultivated in different regions of the country.

What are the medicinal properties of Ashwagandha?

Aphrodisiac
Rasayana (Rejuvenating)
Anti-inflammatory
Anodyne
Anti-depressant
Anti-stressor
Immuno-modulator
Adaptogenic
Antioxidant
Anti-arthritic
Carminative
Uterine tonic (beneficial in uterine disorders, endometriosis and uterine pain and provides strength to the uterus)
Cardioprotective
Anti-diabetic
Anti-ulcerogenic
Anti-cancer
Mild antihypertensive
Mild Anti-asthmatic
Hematogenic
Anti-malarial
Nervine sedative
Mild Hypnotic
Anthelmintic (leaves)
Diuretic (seeds)
Anabolic effect

What are the Ayurvedic properties of Ashwagandha?

Rasa (Taste)- Madhura (Sweet), Tikta (Bitter), and Katu (Pungent)

Guna (Quality)- Snigadh (Unctuous or Oily) and Laghu (Light)

Veerya (Potency)- Ushna (Hot)

Vipaka (Resultant)- Madhura (Sweet)

Prabhava (Therapeutic Effect)- Rejuvenation & Tonic

Dosha Karma (Effect on doshas)- Pacifies Kapha and Vata dosha

Dhatu (Tissue effect)- Rasa, Rakta, Mamsa, Medas, Asthi, Majja and Shukra

What are the therapeutic uses of Ashwagandha?

Ashwagandha use as Tonic:

Ashwagandha is beneficial in preventing the body from diseases by boosting up the immune system functioning. It enhances the non-specific immunity and also alleviates stress, increases physical stamina, and improves the overall health of the body.

Heart Diseases:

Ashwagandha is considered a health tonic that is used in the treatment and management of heart-related diseases. Oxidative stress and the increase of free radicals in the body increase the pressure and burden on the heart. It maintains the proper functioning of the heart and affects its structure too. It has energy-boosting properties that provide energy and improve overall functioning.

Hypertension (High Blood Pressure):

Ashwagandha has a greater protective effect on high blood pressure when it is given with milk as compared to when given with water. Changes are seen in both diastolic and systolic blood pressure levels. This herb reduces the high blood pressure levels by inducing a calming effect on the mind and by reducing the stress levels. Hence, it is used in balancing the BP levels as an adjunct with conventional agents or as a natural alternative.

Muscle Weakness

Ashwagandha plays an important role in providing strength to the muscles and also increases muscle mass activity. It also increases the muscular force in the upper and lower extremities and trunk region. A reduction in the fat content in the body increases the muscle mass.

Arthritis:

Arthritis is a painful and inflammatory condition of the joints and Ashwagandha plays an anti-arthritic role by reducing the inflammation as well as pain. It has an antioxidant property that prevents the production of reactive oxygen species. It also improves the signs and symptoms of arthritis such as redness, tenderness, swelling, and improves the overall flexibility of joints.

Diabetes Mellitus:

Most of the researchers have found that Ashwagandha roots and leaves play an important role in lowering high blood glucose levels. It is known to be the most beneficial herb for the management of diabetes mellitus type-2.

Amalaki / Emblica Officinalis

July 31, 2020
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Botanical Classification (Taxonomy)

Latin Name- Emblica Officinalis

Family- Phyllanthaceae

English Name- Indian Gooseberry, Malacca Tree, and Emblic Myrobalan,

Hindi Name- Amla

Sanskrit Name- Amalaki, Amalika, Dhatri, Dhatriphala, Sriphalam, Vayastha, Aonla, Vrushya,

Kingdom- Plantae

Sub-Kingdom- Viridiplantae

Infra Kingdom- Streptophyta

Super Division- Embryophyta

Class- Magnoliopsida

Genus- Phyllanthus L. (Leaf Flower)

Species- Phyllanthus Emblica (Emblic)

Division- Tracheophyta/ Tracheophytes

Sub Division- Spermatophytina/Spermatophytes (Seed Plants)

Super Order- Rosanne

Order- Malpighiales

Amla is also known as “Indian gooseberry” and it is rich in nutrients. It is the richest source of vitamin C. It improves digestive power and relieves acidity. It is also good for diabetic patients as it controls blood glucose levels. It has been used in Ayurveda as a Rasayanic tonic for many ages that helps to brighten the skin, purify the blood, and improve eyesight naturally.

Names in different languages:

English name: Indian Gooseberry

Hindi name: Ambala, Awla, Amlika, Amla, Anwala

Punjabi name: Ambul, Ambalo, Aamlaa

Kannada name: Bettada Nelli Kayi

Telugu name: Nellikaay, Nellikkali, Perunelli

Farsi name: Amlaj

Malayalam name: Nelli

Urdu name: Amal khushk, Aamla

Bengali name: Amla, Aamla, Aamro and Aamalaki

Arabic name: Amlakhushk

Manipuri name: Heikru

Marathi name: Avalkati, Avil, Avka, and Aouli

Assamese name: Amlokhi, Amlaki, Amlok, Amla

Konkani name: Avalo

Kannada name: Nellikay Nelli

Its Sanskrit synonyms:

Sheetaphala- It has a coolant property

Vayastha, Vayasya- It has anti-aging property

Dhatri- It takes care of the patient as a mother

Divya, Shriphala- Its fruit is auspicious

Amrutaphala- As good as the nectar

Other synonyms are- Seeduphala, Shivam, Shanta, Jatiphalarasam Seedurasa, Vrishyaphala, Varshaphala, Shanta, etc.

Ayurvedic Properties

Rasa (Taste)- Sour Taste is the dominant and other 4 tastes are present except saline taste – Madhura (Sweet), Amal (Sour), Tikta (Bitter), Katu (Pungent), and Kasaya (Astringent)
Guna- Guru (Heavy), Sheeta (Cool) and Ruksha (Dry)
Virya (Potency-Sheeta (Cold)
Vipaka (Resultant)- Madhura (Sweet)
Therapeutic Effect – Prabhava (Rejuvenation)
Dosha Karma (Effect on Humor)- Amla pacifies mainly Pitta, but it also alleviates the Kapha and Vata.
Dhatu (Effect on tissues)- Rasa, Rakta, Medas and Shukra dhatu

What are the therapeutic benefits of amalaki?

Kanthya- It is useful in throat related diseases and improves voice
Hrudya- It is good for the heart
Daahahara- It treats burning sensation
Rasayana- It has rejuvenative and anti-aging property
Vrushya- Aphrodisiac
Javarahara- It is used in fever
Premhaghna- It is used in diabetes mellitus and urine related issues
Raktapittaghna- It is used in blood-related disorders
Chakshushya- It improves vision and also good for eyes
Vayasthapana- It has an anti-aging action

What are the therapeutic uses of Amalaki?

Here are the therapeutic uses of amalaki-

Diabetes Mellitus

Amla (Indian Gooseberry) shows anti-hyperglycemic effects on the body. It has no side effects. In diabetes mellitus, this extract of fruit interferes with the absorption of glucose in the gut and stops the entry of glucose in the blood. It balances the blood glucose levels post-meal and delays the digestion of glucose.

Osteoporosis

It is the richest source of Vitamin C and is recognized as one of the essential nutrients for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. It keeps the bones healthy and strong and also improves the absorption of the minerals and increases bone mineral density. In Ayurvedic Medicine, Amla can be used along with Ashwagandha, Arjuna, and other Ayurvedic mineral medicines to improve bone strength. It also increases bone mineral density.

Anemia

Amla is an anti-anemic fruit that has iron and vitamin C present in it. It helps in the better absorption of the iron because it contains ascorbic acid that enhances the iron absorption. It also increases the hemoglobin levels in the body.

Peptic Ulcers

In Peptic Ulcers, it shows very good results by working on reducing the production of acid in the stomach. Its antioxidant action helps to protect the gastric mucosa from any damage and also prevents the ulceration. Various complications of peptic ulcers such as gastric carcinoma will also be treated with it and also the symptoms like pain in the abdomen, weight loss, poor appetite, nausea, and vomiting.

Gastritis

This fruit has a natural antacid property that provides relief from the symptoms of gastritis. It controls the acidic production in the stomach and reduces abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and heartburn, etc due to the hyperacidity.

Arjuna / Terminalia Arjuna

July 30, 2020
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Arjuna which is also called Arjun Tree and this medicinal plant is mainly used for heart diseases due to its cardioprotective and cardio-strengthening properties. It provides strength to the cardiac muscle (heart muscle) and normalizes the heartbeat. It has various minerals present in it, which helps to prevent bone loss and improves bone mineral density. It has ulcer protection property, so it is used for ulcer treatment, specially indicated for peptic ulcers. It reduces the frequency of urination and frequent urination.

Botanical Description

It is native to India but it is also found in Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and some other Asian Countries. It grows up to a height of about 20 to 27 meters.

Its botanical classification:

Latin name: Terminalia arjuna
Family- Combretaceae
Kingdom- Plantae
Sub-Kingdom- Viridiplantae
Infra Kingdom- Streptophyta (Land Plants)
Super Division- Embryophyta
Division- Tracheophyta
Sub Division- Spermatophytina (Spermatophytes or Seed Plants)
Class- Magnoliopsida
Super Order- Rosanne
Order- Myrtales
Species- Terminalia arjuna (Arjun Tree)

Names in different languages:

English name: Arjunolic Myrobalan, Arjun Tree
Hindi name: Arjun
Bengali name: Arjun
Marathi name: Sadaru
Tamil name: Neermarudhu, Poomarudhu, Marudam Patti
Manipuri name: Maiyokpha
Kannada Name: Holemaththi, Neer matti, Holedaasaala
Gujarathi name: Sadado

Its Sanskrit Synonyms:

Indradru- It is a big tree
Dhavala- The external layer of bark is white
Nadisarja- It is found on the banks of the river
Partha, Dhananjaya, Partha, Virarksha, Shvetavaaha, Shvetavaaha, Kakubha, Nadi Sarja, Partha, kireeti, Dhootra Bhuruha, etc

Its different varieties:

There are mainly two types of Arjuna:

Arjuna- Terminalia arjuna- It is of white variety
Kakubha- Terminalia alata- It is of the black variety

What are the medicinal properties of Arjuna?

Rasa (Taste)- Kasaya (Astringent)
Guna (Quality)- Ruksha (Dry) and Laghu (Light)
Virya (Potency)- Sheeta (Cold)
Vipaka (Resultant)- Katu (Pungent)
Prabhava (Action)- Cardiac Tonic
Dosha Karma (Effect on Humor)- Pacifies Pitta dosha and Kapha dosha
Dhatu (Tissue) Effect- Rasa, Rakta, Mamsa, Meda, and Asthi
Organs Affected- Heart, Blood Vessels, and Bones
It is mainly given in Heart Diseases

Medicinal Parts

Its bark is the main medicinal part used for therapeutic purposes. It has cardioprotective action on the body.

What are the medicinal properties of Arjuna?

The medicinal properties of Arjuna are:

Cardiac tonic
Antiarrhythmic
Antianginal
Cardiac Stimulant
Anti-atherogenic
Inotropic (modifies the speed or force of muscle contractions)
Anti-hyperlipidemic
Anti-thrombotic
Anti-hemorrhagic
Antihypertensive
Antioxidant
Anti-osteoporotic
Anti-herpes virus
Wound healing
Anti-arthritic
Anti-inflammatory
Antacid
Mucolytic
Anti-ulcerogenic
Urinary Astringent
Anti-obesity
Antihyperglycemic
Antitoxin
Antitumor
Anti-ischemic

What are the Ayurvedic properties and benefits of Arjuna?

Arjuna is a very common herb for heart patients in Ayurveda. This herb contains many bioactive substances that improve the left ventricle functioning of the heart. It has cardioprotective action on the body which improves the cardiac function in people with a previous or recent history of cardiac trauma. It also increases the anaerobic cardiovascular performance of the heart. It has antioxidative characteristics that are comparable to Vitamin C. Arjuna also has anti-cancerous properties that prevent the growth of unhealthy cells.

Cardiac Arrhythmia

Arjuna has cardio-tonic action that enhances the SR functioning and minimizes the arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat) occurrence. It reduces the risk of other heart-related problems like angina which is caused due to the aggravated Kapha dosha but the pain associated with it is like the symptoms of aggravated Vata. Kapha dosha accumulation leads to the production of Ama (toxins) in the body which gets blocked in the heart channels and causes a blockage leading to an aggravated Vata dosha. Arjuna removes the blockage of heart channels and pacifies the aggravated Vata dosha.

High and Low Blood Pressure

Arjuna herb normalizes the blood pressure and stabilizes it at normal levels. It shows wonderful results in both cases with low or high blood pressure. Arjuna maintains the healthy functioning of the heart, which is likely to work in both cases. It improves cardiovascular endurance and in high blood pressure, it induces lowering effects.

Ajwain / Trachyspermum ammi

July 29, 2020
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Botanical description of Ajwain

Scientific Name- Trachyspermum ammi
Plant Family- Apiaceae
Botanical Classification (Taxonomy)
Class- Magnoliopsida
Super Order- Asteranae
Order- Apiales
Family- Apiaceae
Super Division- Embryophyta
Division- Tracheophyta (Tracheophytes or Vascular Plants)
Sub Division- Spermatophytina (Spermatophytes or Seed Plants)
Kingdom- Plantae
Sub-Kingdom- Viridiplantae
Infra Kingdom- Streptophyta (Land Plants)
Genus- Trachyspermum (Ajowan Caraway)
Species- Trachyspermum Ammi

Description-

Ajwain is also known as carom seeds or ajowan caraway. It is an Indian spice and its ayurvedic medicines formulated with these are used in digestive ailment, mental diseases, and respiratory disorders.

It is also a common home remedy used for a variety of health conditions such as abdominal pain, cramps, intestinal gas, indigestion, vomiting, and abdominal distension, and diarrhea, loose stool, breathing trouble and heaviness in the abdomen after a meal.

Names in different languages:

English name- Carom seeds
Hindi name- Ajvain, Javaayin, Jabaayan, Ajavan, Ajwain, Ajovaam
Punjabi name- Jabain
Tamil name: Oman, Amam, Ajamo, Aman
Kannada name: Oma, Omada kalu
Bengali name: Yoyaan, Yamaarni, Jovaan, Yamaarni
Farsi name: Nanakhaha
Malayalam: Omam
Telgu name: Omasu, Omami, Vamu, Oma
Gujarati name: Javaain, Ajamaa, Ajamo, Yavaan

Its Sanskrit synonyms:

Teevragandha, Ajamodika, Yavanaka, Yavasahva, Bhumikadambaka, Yavagraja, Deepyaka, Brahmadarbha, Bhutika, Yavashavaya, and ugragandha (strong odor)

What are the medicinal properties of ajwain?

Rasa (Taste)- Tika (bitter) and Katu (pungent)
Guna (Qualities)- Teekshan (piercing and enters into deep tissues), Laghu (light to digest) and Rooksha (dryness)
Veerya (Potency)- Ushna (hot)
Vipaka (taste conversion after digestion)- Katu (pungent)

Its benefits:

Gulma- Bloating and abdominal tumor
Udara- Ascites
Ruchya- Improves the taste
Anaha- Abdominal bloating
Deepani- Improves the digestive strength
Krumi- Worm infestation
Vishamaya- Poisoning, toxic conditions
Shula- Abdominal colic pain
Shukrahara- Decreases semen
Shulahara- Treats abdominal colic pain
Pleeha- Splenomegaly

What are the medicinal uses of ajwain?

Ajwain has the following healing properties:

Antioxidant
Anthelmintic
Anti-inflammatory
Anti-arthritic
Antiflatulent
Antispasmodic
Digestive Stimulant
Hypo-glycemic
Analgesic
Carminative
Muscle relaxant
Galactagogue
Emmenagogue
Antifungal
Antimicrobial
Antihypertensive
Bronchodilator
Antifilarial
Diuretic
Cardiac Stimulant

Culinary uses of Ajwain are:

Ajwain has great importance in Indian cooking that provides flavor and fragrance to food recipes. It also provides a unique taste to chapatis and recipes. It also prevents indigestion, abdominal pain, and all other abdominal disorders.

What are the therapeutic Indications of Ajwain?

Ajwain can be used in the following health conditions like:

Digestive Health
Loss of appetite
Indigestion
Gas or flatulence
Bloating
Distension of abdomen
Loose stools or diarrhea
Abdominal cramps
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Intestinal parasites
Heart and Blood-related disorders like High cholesterol levels, Atherosclerosis, Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Lungs and airways like Chronic cough, Asthma, Productive cough with foul smelly sputum, Muscle,
Bones and Joints like muscle spasm, rheumatoid arthritis
Gout (used with celery seeds)
Women’s Health
Secondary amenorrhea
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
Backache during periods

Its therapeutic uses:

Ajwain Water for babies

Ajwain water is a milder remedy for infantile colic that alleviates abdominal pain in babies. It can be used in combination with fennel water for getting quick results. It works effectively in pain occurs due to excess intestinal gas and ingestion.

Intestinal Gas & Flatulence

It can be used to treat gas and flatulence as it reduces the gas formation in the abdomen and releases the already formed in the intestine. It also has carminative and antiflatulent properties on the body which gives very good results.

Heaviness in the abdomen

The most important benefits of drinking ajwain water are it helps in relieving abdominal heaviness and bloating. It generally occurs after taking a meal in most people. In this case, you should drink ajwain water immediately after a meal.

Ajwain Water for Constipation

If you have improper bowel movements and suffer from mucus discharge in the stool, then Ajwain water is the best remedy for relieving constipation. You have to drink this water once a day at night in a dosage of 120 ml before bedtime. It will improve the liver functions, increases the digestive fire and you will start getting proper bowel movements in the morning.

Agnimantha / Clerodendrum phlomidis

July 28, 2020
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Latin Name- Premna Integrifolia

Plant Family- Verbenaceae

Genus- Premna

Its distribution is in various parts of India like Bengal, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, etc.

Botanical Synonyms of Agnimantha are Premna Serratifolia, Premna Mucronata, Premna Obtusifolia, and Premna corymbosa

Agnimantha is a medicinal plant that grows either as a large shrub or a small tree. Its height is up to 10 meters tall. Its bark, roots, and leaves are used for medicinal purposes. In Agnimantha, ‘agni’ means fire, ‘mantha’ refers to churning. In the English language, Agnimantha is referred to as a headache tree.

As per Ayurveda, agnimantha is an important ingredient of Dashmool Plants. Dashmool has two subcategories Brihat Panchamoola and Laghu Panchamoola and in these subcategories, Agnimantha is included under Brihat Panchamoola. As per Ayurveda, Agnimantha is useful in treating all types of Vata Disorders (that related to the nervous and musculoskeletal system), inflammatory disorders, neuralgia, rheumatoid arthritis, anemia, piles, constipation, common cold, and loss of appetite, etc.

Names in different languages:

Common Name: Agnimantha (BRIHAD AGNIMANTHA), Headache Tree

English Name: Headache tree

Hindi Name: Agathu, Tekar, Arni, Ganiyari, Agethu

Sanskrit Name: Agnimantha, Shreeparn, Vatghani

Tamil Name: Pachumullai, Taludalai

Marathi Name: Airana, Eran, Takalu, Eirani, Takalu, Chamari

Gujarathi Name: Airanamula, Arani, Aranel

Bengali Name: Ganiyari, Ganibhari, Ganira

Oriya Name: Ganiyari

Malayalam Name: Munnai, Munja

Telgu Name: Gabbunelli, Nelli, Gabbunulli

French Name: Arbe a la migraine

Its Sanskrit synonyms:

Tarkari, Arani, Arani, Sriparna, Vataghhi, Jaya, Ganakarika, and Tarkari

The sticks of this plant are used to produce fire so it is called Agnimantha.

Its leaves are very beautiful so it is called as Sreeparni

It is cultivated in the banks of the river so it is called as Nadeyi or Nadeeja

Due to its good qualities, it brings a good opinion among the people so it is called as Tarakari

Because of its smell, it is called as Patragandhi

Parts used:

Roots
Leaves
Bark

Generally, Agnimantha roots and its bark is used in the treatment of Vata Disorders. Its leaves are useful in treating fevers and infections.

What are the Ayurvedic properties of Agnimantha?

Rasa (Taste)- madhura (Sweet), katu (Pungent), kasaya (Astringent), and tikta (Bitter)

Guna (Quality)- Ruksha (Dry), and Laghu (Light)

Virya (Potency)- Ushna (Hot)

Vipaka (Resultant)- katu (Pungent)

Dosha karma (Effect on dosha)- Pacifies Vata and Kapha dosha

Therapeutic Indications of Agnimantha:

Agnimantha helps in treating the following health conditions.

Vata related disorders (diseases related to nervous and musculoskeletal system)
Inflammatory disorders
Rheumatoid arthritis
Anemia
Hemorrhoids or piles
Common cold
Neuralgia
Constipation
Loss of appetite
Various fevers – scarlet fever (scarlatina), measles, smallpox, varioloid eruptions, and erysipelas
Diabetes mellitus
Dyslipidemia
Glycosuria
Chyluria
Lymphadenitis
Couth
Breathing Difficulties and asthma
Common cold

What are the therapeutic uses of Agnimantha?

Loss of Appetite and malabsorption

Roots of agnimantha have the property of appetizer and digestive. It boosts the appetite and aids in the proper digestion of food. It can digest foods, treats heaviness in the abdomen, drowsy, or tiredness after having a meal. It reduces all the symptoms related to digestion and promotes proper assimilation of the food.

Hemorrhoids or Piles

The decoction of agnimantha is used in a sitz bath instead of simply for relieving pain occurring in hemorrhoids.

Obesity

Agnimantha leaves boost up the metabolism of the body. These have anti-obesity effects and the juice extracted from its fresh leaves is very helpful for reducing weight and improves the metabolism of the fats and prevents fat accumulation. These should be taken twice daily for at least 3 months for better results.

Urticaria

Roots of agnimantha are especially used in the treatment of urticaria because it has anti-allergic, anti-urticaria action, which helps to reduce prickling pain, hives, and itching.

Loss of Appetite & Malabsorption

Agnimantha roots act as appetizer and digestive. It improves appetite and aids in proper digestion. It is the best natural ayurvedic herb for people feeling the inability to digest foods, heaviness in the abdomen, drowsiness, or tiredness after having a meal. It reduces all these symptoms and promotes proper assimilation of the food.

Lymphadenitis

Agnimantha is a very useful herb in alleviating the pain, inflammation, and swelling of the lymph nodes and other symptoms associated with lymphadenitis. Being an anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antiviral action helps to inhibit the growth of microbes, fights against infections, and reduces inflammation.

Ahiphena / Papaver somniferum

July 25, 2020
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Ahiphena is an annual herb that grows up to a height of 100 cm. It is mainly found in the Eastern Mediterranean region but also cultivated in Europe, Asia, and China.

Classification:

Order- Ranunculates

Kingdom- Angiospermae

Family- Papaveraceae

Genus- Papaver

Names in different languages

English name: Khas Khas seeds, Opium poppy seed

Hindi name: Khs Khas, Postha

Bengali name: Postodheri

Kannada name: Gasagase

Telugu name: Nalla Mandu

Its Sanskrit synonyms:

Phaniphena, Ahiphenak, Nagaphena, Aphooka, Appoka, Aphenaka, Khakhasa Tila, Khasa Tila, and Tila bheda.

What are the medicinal properties of Ahiphena?

Rasa (Taste)- Kashaya (Astringent) and Tikta (Bitter)

Guna (Qualities)- Roksha (dryness), Laghu (lightness), Sookshma (minuteness) and vyavayi (spreads to all body parts)

Veerya (Potency)- Ushna (Hot)

Vipaka- Katu (Undergoes pungent taste after digestion)

Effect on dosha- Its latex balances kapha dosha and increases vata and pitta dosha and its seeds increase kapha dosha and decrease vata dosha.

Benefits of poppy seed oil benefits:

Guru- Heavy in nature

Vrushya- Aphrodisiac

Balya- It boosts up the immunity and increases the body’s strength

It is useful in neurological related disorders like neuralgia, neuropathy, muscle ache, depression, neuropathy, muscle spasm, etc.

Its kheer (sweet liquid dish) is prepared and it is given to insomnia patients

Benefits of Opium latex:

Grahi- Useful in IBS, Diarrhea, absorbent

Atisara- Used in treating diarrhea

Shelshmaghna- Balances kapha dosha

Increases vata as well as pitta dosha

Sannupata- Used in chronic fever

What are the health benefits of Ahiphena?

This plant has various health benefits –

Digestion – Poppy seeds are very helpful in keeping the digestive system healthy.

Insomnia – Poppy Seed milk mixed with sugar is also very effective in treating insomnia and in this poppy oil can also be used.

Dry itching – Mix lime juice in poppy seeds and make a paste of it. When this paste is applied over the affected area it will provide you relief.

Dysentery – Saute one-fourth teaspoon of poppy seeds in honey and remain untouched till it becomes golden brown. Take it twice daily but not for more than three days as it has sedation property.

Burning Sensation – A paste of Poppy root can also be applied externally over the affected areas that have coolant action and will help to relieve burning sensation.

Breast Cancer – Poppy seeds contain oleic acid so it is used in breast cancer treatment.

Joints Pain – It has anti-inflammatory, anti-arthritic action on the body that provides relief in joint pain, gout, and arthritis.

Heart Attacks – Poppy seeds oil keeps the heart healthy and provides strength.

Energy – It has high carbohydrate content so it is useful in enhancing the energy.

Muscular and other body Pains – It treats neuralgic as well as muscular pain. It also provides relief in painful piles, and tooth pain when opium centigram is placed in the hollow of the tooth.

Pharmacological Actions

Ahiphena has various medicinal properties like:

Antidiarrheal

Analgesic

Antispasmodic

Sedative

What are its therapeutic indications?

Ahiphena is indicated in the following health conditions:

Cholera (to reduce the frequency of loose stools)
Abdominal Pain and cramps
Gastroenteritis
Severe Diarrhea or watery stools
Dysentery

Benefits of Ahiphena:

Ahiphena is beneficial in severe diarrhea. In ayurvedic medicine, it is used as a potent antidiarrheal agent for hundreds of years.

Diarrhea

Ahiphena decreases the frequency of bowel movements by slowing down the intestinal movements. It is indicated in severe diarrhea and also reduces abdominal pain associated with it.

Cholera

In cholera, there is severe watery diarrhea which causes severe dehydration. Ahiphena reduces the number and frequency of loose stools and provides relief from severe muscle cramps.

Dosage:

Opium: Purified resin (30 to 125 mg)

Its seeds are used in preparing foods and used in a dose of 1 to 5 grams per day.