TOP HERBAL AND MEDICINAL PLANTS, THEIR USES AND BENEFITS

I am sure we are all aware of the power of Ayurveda and the wonders it can do for our health. Herbs and medicinal plants, if used properly, can have unimaginable positive effects on our body. The benefits and uses of plant medicine and organic & herbal immunity boosters still remain unknown to most people. 

Here is a list of herbal and medicinal plants, their uses and benefits – 

Pineapple (Ananas) – Pineapples are loaded with nutrients and are rich with healthy antioxidants. They can be used in multiple ways. You can take juice out of it, grill it, make pineapple puree to use with other food items or just eat it the usual way. Pineapples have the power to reduce the risk of cancer, treat sore throat, diabetes, heart disease and obesity.

Holy Basil (Tulsi) – Holy Basil is one of those herbs that can be found in the garden of almost all Indian households. Holy basil is a tonic for the body, mind, and soul, from the leaves to the seed. Different components of the plant are suggested for treating various ailments. Bronchitis can be treated with its fresh flowers.

Malaria can be treated by combining the leaves and seeds with black pepper. Holy basil is also used to treat anxiety, stress, diabetes, high cholesterol, and a variety of other ailments.

Margosa Tree (Neem) – Neem is a popular name in the world of homeopathy and Ayurveda. Its flower is used to reduce bile and regulate phlegm, while the bark is used to treat malaria, pain, and fever. Neem is also used to treat lice, dental plaque, gingivitis, psoriasis, insect repellent, and a variety of other ailments. Margosa tree leaves are also used to create a paste that can be applied on wounds while combining it with turmeric can be used to reduce itching and other skin disorders. 

Indian Gooseberry (Amla) – The fruit is high in vitamin C and is frequently touted for its antioxidant and heart-health properties. Amla’s vitamin C is more quickly absorbed by the body than store-bought pills, and it can help fight the common cold. It helps vision and skin problems while also beautifying hair. Due to its immune-strengthening power, it is used in the best herbal supplements for immune system. Gooseberries are high in fibre but low in energy, so you can eat a lot of them without gaining too much weight. Gooseberries offer a number of characteristics that may help with blood sugar management.

Sorrowless tree (Ashoka) – Ashoka’s efficacy as an analgesic and astringent, as well as treating skin disorders like leprosy, is described in the ancient Ayurvedic literature “Charak Samhita.” The bark of the Ashoka tree fights diseases and can be used as a natural antiseptic.

Tonic made from Ashoka tree extracts cleanses the blood and aids in the treatment of diarrhoea. Ashoka is a deworming plant that decreases bloating and cures worm infestations. The herb’s seed powder is used orally to reduce kidney stones and alleviate discomfort.