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Blue lotus flower (Nymphaea caerulea) is a psychoactive plant, also known as blue Egyptian lotus, blue water lily, and sacred blue lily.  Blue Lotus has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years as a natural aphrodisiac, sleep aid, and anxiety reliever. However, at higher doses achieved by inhalation, users can experience euphoria and hallucinations.  While there's limited research on the human health effects of consuming lotus, it's thought that these antioxidant compounds might protect against diseases that stem from oxidative stress.  In particular, they may have anticancer effects, protect against Alzheimer's disease, and prevent liver damage. Lotus, the aquatic plant is almost completely edible, from flowers to seeds to roots.   All parts of the lotus have been used for medicinal purposes for several ailments.   LOTUS LEAVES  Lotus leaves are widely distributed, rich in resources, and inexpensive.  Because lotus leaves are full of a...

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...

Jasmine's soothing fragrance can calm the mind and balance emotional fluctuations. It is believed to attract love and strengthen relationships, making it an ideal plant for romantic settings. This night blooming fairy vine encourages the magic of the evening – mystery, love, psychic dreams, and enchantment.  Jasmine flowers are used in many religious occasions as offerings to Gods.  Jasmine can heighten intuition and psychic abilities, beneficial for spiritual practices.  Jasmine flowers are used in astrology and Vastu for a variety of remedies.  Garlands made from Jasmine flowers are adorned by women during special occasions.  These are general astro remedies using jasmine flowers however, you are advised to get in touch with an expert for more personal advice.  Sowing a plant of jasmine flowers in your home is believed to keep planetary defects away from you and strengthen the positions of your horoscope. Offering a garland of jasmine flowers to Lord Shi...

Plumeria, also known as frangipani, is a genus of flowering plants in the subfamily Rauvolfioideae, of the family Apocynaceae. Frangipani is usually associated with sensual feelings of romance and love. It is considered sacred as the “Tree of Life”, Frangipani evokes deep internal cleansing that refreshes the body, mind and soul.  FRANGIPANI ESSENTIAL OIL  Frangipani Oil is extracted from the flowers of the Plumeria tree either through cold pressing or solvent extraction method. Generally, the most often used method is enfleurage (macerating the flowers in plant fat and replacing the flowers hundreds of times). The fat is then hydro distilled or washed with hexane to remove the scent from the fat. The hexane is then evaporated off and a concrete or absolute of frangipani is left.  Frangipani is known to alleviate inflammation, headache, back pain, and tinnitus. While the aphrodisiac nature of this aromatic oil relaxes nerves, muscles, and boost libido. Imbued with strong...

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...

Passiflora,  also  known  as the passion flowers or passion vines, is a genus of about 550 species of flowering plants, the type genus of the family Passifloraceae. Passion flower (Passiflora incarnata) is a climbing vine with white and purple flowers and has documented therapeutic properties.  The chemicals in passion flower have calming effects.   The literature data suggest that the passionflower itself, as well as its preparations, helps reduce stress and can therefore be helpful in the treatment of insomnia, anxiety, and depression.  HISTORY OF PASSION FLOWER  Passionflower is native to the Southeastern United States, Central America and South America. The “passion” in passion flower actually refers to the passion of Christ. In the 15th and 16th centuries, Spanish missionaries in Peru saw the unusual flower as a symbol of the crucifixion. The blue and white colors of the flower were thought to stand for heaven and purity, the radial filaments symb...

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...