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In India, Guggul has been used for more than thousand years to treat a variety of disorders. Guggul is the yellowish extract that is formed by the mukul Commiphora mukul tree. In Ayurveda, Guggul plays a main role and it is mixed with other herbs and used in the treatment of arthritis, skin diseases, pain in the nervous system, obesity, digestive problems, infections in the mouth, and menstrual problems. Guggul Extract has many benefits and side effects, to know them read the following article.

A sap called gum guggul is produced by guggul and the extract of this is called guggulipid, used in Ayurvedic medicine. Guggulsterone is the active ingredient of the guggul extract responsible for Guggul’s therapeutic effects. In North America and Western Europe, guggul extract has seen increasing popularity. Phytosterols named guggulsterones, organic acids, aromatic acids, diterpenes, lignans, sterols, steroids, esters and fatty acid alcohols are contained by Guggul. Guggul is chosen to crude gum guggul as it is safer and more effective. Read the rest of this entry »

Bed Bugs are the insects that survive on human blood and have a lifespan of one year. They can live in both unclean and clean environments. They bite the humans while they are sleeping. A bed bug bite makes the skin red and swollen. The bites can be cured by medications but there are also natural methods to cure it. To know the natural treatment for Bed Bugs bite read the following article.

Bed bug bites can occur anywhere on the body but generally noticed on the face, neck, arms and hands. Bed Bugs obtain blood by piercing the skin and injecting a salivary liquid that causes the blood to flow easier and also numbs the skin, so the person won’t feel the sting. The bite is painless but a small bump that is red, swollen and itchy is left behind. The person feels trouble in sleeping. If the bites are scratched, it can become infected. Read the rest of this entry »

In Ayurveda, Ashwagandha (Indian winter cherry) is considered as one of the most significant herbs. It is also recognized as ‘Withania somnifera’. Ashwagandha is a Member of Solanaceae family. In India this shrub is found everywhere especially in northwestern part of the sub continent. It has gained lots of respect due to its properties and used widely in curing people from their disorder. Ashwagandha can be taken in any form like Ashwagandha pills, capsules, etc and many manufacturers produce churna with Ashwagandha as main ingredient. In this article, there are benefits of Ashwagandha churna mentioned.

Ashwagandha obtained it’s named because of two reasons. First, its root smells like horse and the other reason is it vitalizes body to provide strength just like a horse has. It is an important ancient plant, the roots of which have been employed in Indian traditional systems of medicine, Ayurveda. Ashwagandha Churna contains pure powder of dried root of Ashwagandha and it is 100% Natural Ayurvedic Health Product. Ashwagandha must be consumed as per directed by Ayurvedic health care provider. Dosage depends upon the individual and his or her condition. Ashwagandha is analgesic, anti-arthritic, immuno-modulator, antioxidant, hypotensive, anti stress, anticonvulsant, anti aging and cardio protective. Read the rest of this entry »

Sarsaparilla is a perennial woody vine and it is native to South America, Latin America, Mexico, and the islands of the Caribbean. It grows well in many other tropical and temperate zones of the world. Sarsaparilla plant reaches fifty feet in length and has wood like stems and long thorns. It is a medicinal herb which has a variety of benefits. Sarsaparilla roots are mainly used to get relief from various ailments. Due to its rich nutrient content, it has many benefits. In this article there are health benefits of sarsaparilla herb.

Sarsaparilla name is derived from two Spanish words, ‘sarza’ which means thorny shrubs and ‘parilla’ means vines. It belongs to Liliaceae family and the botanical name is Smilax ornate. The different names of Sarsaparilla are Gray Sarsaparilla, Mexican Sarsaparilla, Vera Cruz Sarsaparilla, Equadorian Sarsaparilla, Shot Bush, Red-bearded Sarsaparilla, Brown Sarsaparilla, Smilax, Jamaican Sarsaparilla, Honduran Sarsaparilla and Rabbit Root. It has black, blue or red berry-like fruits and small flowers. Its root is long, tuberous and has a spicy-sweet and pleasant taste when processed but before processing, the roots are bitter, sticky and have a strong odor. Sarsaparilla is also used in soft drink making. Sarsaparilla root can be purchased from the local herb seller. Anti inflammatory properties are found in its roots due to saponin substance in it. Sarsaparilla is laden with vitamins, including A, B-complex, C and D, it also contains two amino acids methionine and cysteine. Read the rest of this entry »

Eucalyptus oil is the multipurpose oil found in nature. It is obtained from the fresh or partially dried leaves and young twigs. Its aroma is clear, sharp, fresh and very distinctive. It works for sinus relief, sore throats, chest-colds, topical antiseptics for skin injuries, rubs for arthritis and inhalants for asthma, bronchitis and other respiratory conditions. In this article there are uses of Eucalyptus oil for sinus & skin.

In Aromatherapy, Eucalyptus oil is of great value. Eucalyptus is also known as Tasmanian blue gum or blue gum and it is extracted from Eucalyptus globulus of the Myrtaceae family. The word Eucalyptus has been derived from the Greek words ‘eu’ and ‘kalypto’, which means ‘well’ and ‘covered’. There are near about 500 species of Eucalyptus plant, which bear long narrow blue-green leaves along with creamy white flowers and smooth pale bark. Read the rest of this entry »