Archive for the ‘herbs’ Category
Turmeric
Turmeric is the naturally available powerful anti-infectant. It is widely used in cooking purposes to add colour and taste to the food. However, its usage is limited in western countries. Turmeric powder is extensively used in herbal cosmetic industry.
When turmeric powder is taken along with honey, we get a great relief from throat infections and cough. Turmeric is a natural hair remover. To avoid growth of turmeric, Indian women from their childhood make a habit of applying turmeric paste to the face and body. In recent studies, it is found out that turmeric reduces the orthopedic problems. The spice may be cheap in price, but a great medicine.
Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha belongs to Solanaceae family and is a very valuable herb in medicine. Ashwagandha is a sanskrit word where Ashwa stands for Horse and Gandha stands for aroma. Since the herb possess aroma like horse, it is given the name.
We can say that it is the most popular and must to have constituent in most of the ayurvedic medicines. It has its origin in Pakistan,Sri Lanka, India and other south Asian countries. It is used to cure infections, most commonly throat infections. It has many medicinal qualities and can fight against a wide range of disease causing germs. It is used in extending life to HIV effected people. It is employed in curing insomnia, infections, sexual problems etc..