Are you looking for a natural herb to strengthen your immune system? What if we tell you that it also increases the female sex drive? Don't be too surprised about what we're alluding to. It is an Ayurvedic herb of Guduchi or Giloy.
One of the most famous herbs used in the ancient Indian civilization, it is referred to as COVID in the present day. The benefits of Giloy for women are manifold, so read on to make sure they work to your advantage. But the question that bothers people the most is how it can be used. So here are 5 easy ways to include this herb in your daily diet. Ayurvedic expert DrDeekshaBhavsar has shared this information with fans through Instagram. But first of all, let's know about Giloy-
What is Giloy?
Giloy is a popular Ayurvedic herb known to treat more than hundreds of ailments including chronic fever, flu, cold, hair loss and arthritis. The English translation of giloy from the Sanskrit word 'amrita' is the 'root of immortality'. Another name for this herb in English is Heart Leaved Moonseed and its botanical name is Tinospora cordifolia. Giloy stem is widely known for its antioxidant properties that fight free radicals and repair cell damage.
Medicinal properties of giloy
Giloy is considered to be one of the best remedies used to treat various types of fevers and conditions. The herb used extensively in Ayurvedic medicine has many health benefits. It is a powerhouse of antioxidants, which fight free radicals and thus reduce your risk of fatal diseases like cancer.
Sharing the information, the expert wrote in the caption, 'Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) commonly known as Giloy is also known as Amrita, ie the divine nectar of immortality. Guduchi is considered one of the most powerful herbs in Ayurveda. Due to its magical properties, it is showing promising results in fever, dengue, chikungunya, arthritis, viral fever, cough/cold, diabetes etc.'
He further wrote, 'It is also rejuvenating, immunity boosting, brain tonic and adaptogenic. It lowers stress levels, improves memory and boosts brain power. Since immunity is our main point of interest during these viral times, let's talk about that. Guduchi improves a person's immune system like no other herb, and shows great improvement in people suffering from viral fever, upset stomach, cough/cold, dengue, typhoid etc.'
Giloy is a natural anti-inflammatory, anti-biotic, anti-ageing, anti-oxidant, anti-viral, anti-diabetic and anti-cancer medicine. It can be consumed by all and has no known side effects, but still, it is best not to consume it during pregnancy without the guidance of a doctor.
Use Giloy like this
If you have this plant in your home then you can use it easily.
- Fresh Leaves and Stems
- Soak it overnight.
- In the morning, boil it in 1 glass of water till it reduces to half.
- Sieve and drink.
1. Dry form (Kwath)
- Soak 1 part (10 grams) kwath (decoction) in 400 ml water overnight.
- Boil it to 100 ml in the morning.
- Filter it and drink it.
- You can add jaggery for taste.
- While boiling the decoction, basil leaves, turmeric and cloves can be added to it.
2. Giloy Powder
Just take 1 tsp of powder first thing in the morning with warm water/honey.
- Giloy / GuduchiGhanVati / SanshamaniVati
- 2 tablets twice a day before meals.
3. Giloy juice
- You can start with 10 ml of warm water daily in the morning 1 hour before a meal.
It is best to consult an Ayurvedic practitioner before starting any herb for the best results.
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