Katuka/Kutki (Picrorhiza Kurroa): The Magic Herb For Liver Diseases

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Katuki is a small hairy perennial herb with elongate, stout creeping rootstock and withered leaf base. The botanical name is Picrorhiza kurroa, and the Hindi name is kutaki, usually pronounced, kutki. The Sanskrit name ‘Katuki’ means ‘That which envelops diseases’. It is usually found in the Himalayas and belongs to the family of Scrophulariaceae. Its … Read more

Moringa Oleifera (Drumstick) – Uses, Benefits, Properties, Side Effects

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Moringa Oleifera belongs to a drought-resistant family of tree known as Moringaceae. It is also known as Moringa or drumstick tree. It is a fast-growing tree generally found in tropical or subtropical regions of South Asia. India is the largest producer of moringa. Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan are a few other places where moringa is … Read more

Praval Pishti: The Natural Calcium Supplement & Immunity Booster: Uses, Benefits, & Side-Effects

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If you’re someone who prefers a natural alternative to everyday health issues such as premature greying, calcium deficiency, etc., Praval Pishti is for you. Literally translated, Praval means coral in Hindi whereas Pishti refers to processed rose water. Collectively, together these two elements come together to form the powerful Praval Pishti Ayurvedic medicine.   Praval … Read more

Mahamanjisthadi Kwath: For Healthy Glowing Skin: Uses, Benefits & Side-Effects

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Mahamanjisthadi Kwath is a liquid-based Ayurvedic medicine that is considered to be a Ram Baan for all kinds of skin issues. In fact, it was mentioned in the ancient Ayurvedic text, “Bhaisajya Ratnavali” which was composed in the 19th century A.D. by Shri Govinda Dasji. Ayurveda indicates that excess Pitta (fire) in the body is … Read more

Udumbara: The Blue Lotus Plant That’s Life-Affirming: Uses, Benefits, Side-Effects

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“When Lord Vishnu manifested himself as Narasimha to protect Prahlada and destroy Hiranyakasyapa, his nails were drenched with poison as he tore the demon’s stomach. As a result, Narasimha’s nails were seething with great heat and pain. Goddess Lakshmi, seeing the suffering of Her Lord, plucked some fruits of the Audumber Tree which she happened … Read more

Home Remedies For Acne And Pimples – Best Acne Treatment

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Today’s post is about one of the most common problems for youngsters and women. Acne and Pimples occur because of many reasons but the main culprit behind this problem is the oil-producing sebaceous gland which lies within the follicles of small hair on your skin. When the sebaceous gland produces excess oil (also called sebum), … Read more

Uses & Benefits of Pinda Thailam / Oil

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  Medical Reviewer: Dr Surabhi Rawat Pinda thailam or Oil is a unique Ayurvedic medicated massage oil which is cooling in nature and reddish in colour (due to one of its ingredients- Manjishtha). It has several uses and benefits which include alleviation of skin problems, joint pains, face fairness and even weight loss. Also, it … Read more