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Tulsi in Ayurveda: Medicinal Value and Traditional Uses

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  Since centuries, Tulsi or the "Queen of Herbs" has been a revered part of Indian homes and hearts. Not only a sacred herb is Tulsi but a storehouse of medicines blessed with Ayurveda an unimaginable amount of good health worth promising complete well-being. Be it you have Tulsi tea on a cold morning or add the leaves while preparing Ayurvedic medicine, the herb is nature's greatest treasure to promise long life and well-being. Introduction Holy Basil, Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), is an Ayurveda sacred herb brimming with boundless medicative abilities and antibiotic properties. Immunomodulation to respiratory conditions, Tulsi has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries to treat incalculable numbers of disease in a natural manner. Ayurveda considers Tulsi a "Rasayana"—an herb that treats the body, mind, and spirit. Health Benefit of Tulsi Plant Tulsi has numerous health benefits because of which it is a must in every household: Immunity Boost: Daily intake of ...

Best Ways to Combine Brahmi and Ashwagandha in Your Daily Routine

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  Suppose there is a day when your mind becomes power-packed, your concentration improves, and your level of tension comes down – all thanks to some herbal nutrients in your daily life. Ayurveda has two such herbs, i.e., Brahmi and Ashwagandha. If these two plants are brought together, they can control your body as well as your mind like never before. In this blog, we’ll explore the best ways to combine Brahmi and Ashwagandha in your daily routine, when and how to take them, and even how to include Shankhpushpi for extra benefits.  1. Understanding the Power of Brahmi and Ashwagandha Brahmi or Bacopa monnieri, is an Ayurvedic plant utilized for centuries to improve memory, concentration, and tranquility of mind. It works behind the scenes on the nervous system and calms but accelerates your mind and tranquilizes it. Ashwagandha is also known as the "King of Adaptogens." Ashwagandha calms the body, increases the energy level, and improves the sleep quality. Brahmi and Ashwaga...

5 Important Things You Should Avoid During Periods

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  Menses are a gift in the life of every female but with largely pain, cramps, mood swings, and drowsiness. While all the girls are battling their brains about what to eat or what to consume as medicine, very few know that what not to do during menses is far more critical. Committing some mistakes during menses will double your pains, prolong your menses, and destroy your health. Here in this article, we are going to inform you about the 5 don'ts of your periods and some don'ts which will make you comfortable, in tune, and healthy throughout your menstrual cycle. 1. Don't Miss Meals In general, women do not even feel like eating when they are on their periods because they have this feeling as if they have a stomach or something. That is most likely the biggest mistake you can ever make. Your body is losing nutrients and blood, and if you do not eat anything, then you will be weak, dizzy with a head rush, and hormonally out of balance. What to do instead Have small, frequent...

How to Check If Shilajit Is Real: Smell, Taste & Texture

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  Because shilajit is gaining more and more popularity in Ayurveda and integrative medicine, there are lots of products out there nowadays that say they're "authentic." Oh well, they're not all genuine. Because shilajit is so valued for minerals and fulvic acid, it might not even work for you and actually harm you if you use fakes or cheap imitations. Follow the steps below to test for authenticity by smell, taste, touch, and some simple tests at home. Why Original Shilajit Matters Original Shilajit is a natural resin that has been piling up for centuries through breakdown of plant matter in mountain ranges such as the Himalayas. It is a natural energizer, and it brings about stamina, recovery, and overall wellness. Fakes are prepared from chemicals or fillers, so one must be sure of authenticity. Smell: The First Indicator Authentic shilajit is earthy—resin or bitumen—smelling, having a smoky aroma. Fake shilajit has either no or minimal odor or a chemical-like odor...