May 25, 2014 | Ayurvedic Herbs, Western Herbs
Dandelion Taraxacum officinale; Asteraceae Effect on Dosha: PK- V+ Rasa: bitter Virya: cold Vipak: pungent Part used: leaf, root Tissues: plasma, blood, fat Systems: urinary, circulatory, hepatic, digestive, lymphatic Properties: diuretic, alterative, hepatic, bitter...
Mar 15, 2014 | Ayurvedic Herbs, Home Remedies
Triphala, Ayurveda’s Wonder Formula Triphala is probably one of the most popular Ayurvedic compounds, and it can be found nowadays in almost every health food store and Indian grocery store. It is well known for being a mild laxative and lower bowel tonic....
Nov 10, 2013 | Ayurveda and the Mind, Ayurvedic Herbs, Bodily systems, Herbal Treatments, Home Remedies, Western Herbs
Medhya Rasayana – Mental Rejuvenation In Ayurveda, herbs that rejuvenate the mind and nervous system are known as medhya rasayanas. In Western herbalism, many of these herbs are classified as nervines. Medhya rasayana herbs help to calm the mind, relax the body,...