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WRINKLE FREE YOUR SKIN WITH THIS HERB

Spikenard, popularly known as Jatamansi in India, has been used extensively in Ayurveda for ages. According to Ayurveda, Jatamansi helps in preventing wrinkles due to its Snigdha (oily) nature.  Jatamansi is traditional known to boost collagen and maintain natural elasticity of the skin.  As a blood purifier, it removes the harmful toxins from the body and makes the complexion even and clearer. It smells like slightly musky, woody, aromatic, earthy, warm and sensual scent.  The jatamansi powder has multiple benefits, you can use its oil and apply it on your skin, which is good for bacterial infection. The antifungal and antioxidant properties of jatamansi powder good for your skin jatamansi.  As mentioned in Ayurveda, jatamansi have been used in various herbal formulations including dietary supplements. This important traditional drug is also used to treat epilepsy, hysteria, syncope, convulsions, and mental weakness. The traditional use of jatamansi is consuming i...

COW GHEE REDUCES ANXIETY AND STRESS

Cow Ghee is a type of clarified butter, originating from India. It is commonly used for cooking, as a traditional medicine, and for religious rituals.  Cow Ghee  contains the amino acid tryptophan which promotes relaxation and reduces stress and anxiety.  It also contains antioxidants that help to protect against the damaging effects of stress.  Cow Ghee  helps to improve the quality of your sleep.  In the scriptures  Cow Ghee  has been equated to gold.  It is one of the most sattvic foods and regular consumption of  Cow Ghee  leads to a reduction in stress and anxiety levels.  Anxiety is a sad reality of today’s time that has plagued a number of us in a variety of different ways. Most of the people don’t even realize they have anxiety or don’t take corrective measures until it amplifies and gets out of control.  Ayurveda believes that a lot of mental health or anxiety disorders can be helped by intake or application ...

SEED OF WEALTH - GUNJA

Chirmi is a Rajasthani language word for Abrus precatorius / Jequirity.  Botanical name: Abrus precatorius Linn. Family: Fabaceae (Papilionaceae)  Classical name: Gunja Sanskrit names: Vanavasini, Kakachinja, Rakthika, Krishnala, Durmeha, Bahurvirya . Accordign to Vedic Texts Keeping Red Chirmi/Gunja Seeds attracts wealth to the Person. Keeping 51 Gunja Beads in Wallet or Locker or Jewel box or Cash Box said to attract Wealth. Chirmi beads are considered as very lucky from ancient times. Wealth holds at the place where these beads are kept.  Better known as Rosary pea, Crab's eye and popularly known as Gunja in Hindi, Abrus precatorius is a slender, climbing herb with peculiar bright red seeds. It can be found growing over shrubs, trees and hedges.  Chirmi seeds are found in the forests of Aravali Hills, Rajasthan. They symbolize Goddess Lakshmi and it is said that the wearer is blessed with wealth, prosperity and harmony. It is commonly said that the beads select ...

BALANCE YOUR SENSES WITH COLOR THERAPY

Color therapy, also known as chromotherapy, is based on the idea that color and colored lights may help improve physical and mental health. In today's fast-paced world, where stress and anxiety have become commonplace, color therapy offers a unique and accessible way to bring balance, harmony, and a sense of calm into our lives.  Colour therapy is a complementary therapy and not an alternative to medical care.  HISTORY OF COLOR THERAPY  The history of color medicine is as old as that of any other medicine. Phototherapy (light therapy) was practiced in ancient Egypt, Greece, China and India.  Chromotherapy in Ancient Egypt: The Egyptians utilized sunlight as well as color for healing. Color has been investigated as medicine since 2000 BC.  According to ancient Egyptian mythology, the art of chromotherapy was discovered by the god Thoth. In the hermetic traditions, the ancient Egyptians and Greeks used colored minerals, stones, crystals , salves and dyes as reme...

GULKAND FOR STRESS RELIEF

Gulkand, a sweet preserve made from rose petals , is known for its cooling properties and offers several health benefits including aiding digestion, reducing body heat, improving skin health, acting as a mild laxative, potentially helping with stress relief , and providing antioxidants due to its rich rose petal content; making it a popular remedy in Ayurvedic medicine, especially during summer months.  Gulkand, made with rose petals and sugar, is believed in traditional Ayurvedic practices to help alleviate stress and anxiety by calming the nervous system and promoting relaxation.  Following are some uses-  Reduction of pitta and heat in the body.  Reduction in eye inflammation and redness.  Strengthens teeth and gums  Reduces acidity and stomach heat.  Reduces burning sensations in the soles and palms.  Treats mouth ulcers and prevents swelling in the intestine.  Gives relief in menstrual pain and treats excessive white discharge problem...

CHAMOMILE RELIEVES ANXIETY AND STRESS

Chamomile is an herb that belongs to the Asteraceae (daisy or sunflower ) plant family and is grown around the world.  The nutrients it contains may help manage diabetes , menstrual pain , and sleep problems .  Chamomile tea is a natural remedy for a wide range of health issues.     Chamomile and its essential oil have been used in Ayurveda .   Most studies showed that daily consumption of chamomile is effective in improving anxiety and no threatening or adverse side effects were reported. In patients diagnosed with anxiety disorder, most studies reported that they observed significant improvements regarding to anxiety symptoms.  Chamomile is also called as "karpurapuspa" in Sanskrit and "Baboona" or "Babuna" in Hindi. Two of the species, Matricaria chamomilla and Chamaemelum nobile, are commonly used to make herbal infusions for beverages . Chamomile, also referred to as "Babune ka Phal" in Hindi, has a stellar reputation for healing, and wi...

ANTI AGEING FRAGRANCE - OUDH

MEANING OF OUDH   Purity and Divinity.  Oud is one name for a fragrance derived from an evergreen tree called Aquilaria, also known as agarwood, aloeswood, aloes, eaglewood, or the Wood of the Gods.  Oud can also be spelled Aoud or Oudh since it comes from an arabic word “عود” which means wood.  Agarwood  is a scented black and grey colour wooden stick which is found in Assam state mostly. A smell of Jasmine comes from it. It is bitter in taste and heavier by mass. The tree of this Agarwood (Agarwood Benefits) is too long and due to its mass it sinks into the water. Grocers usually keeps this for sell. Oud is known for its therapeutic properties and is used in traditional medicine in the Middle East. It's believed to have a calming effect, improve focus, and promote better sleep.  SPIRITUAL BENEFITS OF AGARWOOD  In many cultural and religious rites, oud is used as incense. It is said that burning oud incense purifies the air and fosters a sacred, ...