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Jeerak is a very well known spice in Asian kitchen. We all enjoy a pinch of rosted jeera powder with buttermilk. Ayurvedic properties-it Balances vatta and kapha, and Increases pitta. HOME REMEDIES 1) Bleeding in piles- take one tablespoon each of cumin seeds,aniseed and coriander seeds, and boil them together in glass of water. When half the quantity left ,strain the liquid and add one tsp,ghee in it . Now drink this twice day . 2) For relief in diarrhea add jeera powder (roasted cumin) with half a tsp honey and take this mixture four times a day . 3)Urticaria- To get relief from itchy skin take bath with boiled cumin water( add jeera seeds in water and bring a boil) 4) In chronic and relapsing fever grind Cumin seeds and mix jaggery in equal quantity. Eat 5gm with water thrice a day. 5) Face wash - for clear face Boil cumin seeds in water and use this filter water as face wash. 6) Increasing of breast feed- Fry 125 gm cumin in ghee, mix mishri (crystal sugar )125 gm. Take 1 tsp twice

As per Ayurveda,Diabetes is considers as Kapha type of disorder. The patient has a diminished functioning of Agni( Digestive fire ) which is related to to high sugar levels in the blood. There are few very effective herbal preparations,which helps to control the high blood sugar and it allows a better management of the disease. Here are few preparations,which has shown promising results in clinical test environment when it comes to control the high blood sugar levels. 1) HERBAL POWDER MIX FOR DIABETES Punarnava - 2 parts Shardunika - 1 part Kutki. -1 part  Guduchi. - 1 part Mix the listed herbs together, and take it as 1/2 teaspoon 2 or 3 times a day as suggested by your Ayurveda consultant,with warm water. 2) TURMERIC POWDER The very effective and well researched herb is Turmeric. It very simple but at the same time very very effective in controlling the blood sugar level. What you need to do is either fill in your own capsules with the organic turmeric powder or buy the readily avail

This is an old saying and in Ayurveda the similar principle is been mentioned for fever. Ayurveda advises us to observe fast if someone is feverish. As Fever is considered as sign of Ama(toxin), fasting allows the body to burn the AMA and recover from it. Certain herbal teas,Herbal water,some kind of fruit juices  are allowed during the period but if someone can observer complete fast then it is recommended. Following herbal remedy will help to cool the body due to fever and help body to digest the Ama( toxin) easily. You will need CORIANDER LEAVES - Handful of those  WATER 1/3 cup Wash the coriander leaves thoroughly,and put handful of it in the blender . Add 1/3 cup of water and blend together. Strain out the pulp from blender. Take 2 teaspoon of this mixture three times a day during the fever. This is so effective anti pitta remedy. This will help to bring down the temperature. Be mindful about when to refer to your general practitioner

Think before you throw away the peel........yes that's right ,,, next time when you are about to throw banana skin or Papaya peel remember this post  AND I am  sure you will be amazed by it ..... 1. Papaya peel - this is very effective for dull skin to brighten it . You can use fresh peel or you can sun dry the peel and make a powder of it later. Apply the fresh peel directly on the face leave for,10 minutes and wash or make a face pack from dry powder mixed in water.  2. The peels of Dudhi (bottle gourd) is best detoxifying agent. Rub the fresh peel of Dudhi on face and wash after 10 minute. It will leave the skin very smooth and glowing . 3. The Orange peels is great exfoliator. Sun dry some orange peel and then grind them to make a fine powder. Mix the powder with fresh milk cream or honey. Leave for 5/10 minutes and when it is little bit dry ,start to take it off the face by doing small rotational upward movements. This,is the best exfoliating face scrub. 4. The peels of lemon

Coriander is the most common household remedy and it is available throughout the year. Coriander seeds contain an unusual array of phytonutrients. They are a very good source of dietary fiber and a good source of iron, magnesium and manganese. AYURVEDIC NOTES  Dhania ( coriander )is pungent in taste and cooling in nature. Coriander is Aromatic, stimulant,carminative,diuretic and anti spasmodic. TOP HOME REMEDIES 1) Fresh coriander leaves can be chewed frequently throughout the day to cure stomatitis,bad breath and it also prevents dental caries. 2) Migraine- Prepare fresh juice from leaves and apply externally to the forehead. 3) Indigestion,Colic - mix two spoonful of fresh leaves juice of coriander with glassful of fresh buttermilk and take this two or three times a day. This remedy is good for vomiting and nausea also. 4) Vitamin Deficiency - coriander has a lot of essential vitamins in it. So if you vitamin deficiency,especially Vitamins A,B1,B2,C then take one teaspoon of fresh co

As we age our vision and sensory functions decreases gradually. For eye related issues we always refer as Pitta disorder. In Ayurveda,there are couple of experiments which we can do easily to improve eye vision. 1) Gazing at Ghee lamp (trataka)  This is very simple and effective practice to improve vision. Put a wick of cotton in small vessel fixed with ghee. Sit down in a quiet place I front of the lamp. Fix your gaze upon the flame for at least 20 minutes. You can add this to one of your daily routine. This fixed gazing is a method of meditation which involves concentrating on a single point such as a small object, black dot or candle flame. It is used in yoga as a way of developing concentration, strengthening the eyes, and stimulating the ājňā chakra. This will help to improve the improve and sharpen the vision. This is also helpful in treating Photophobic headache. 2) Another practice is to follow stars in dark night. This cools and cleanse the eyes.  3) Triphala ghee is a special

It  says only if our elimination is proper, we can be healthy, energetic and fit. According to  Ayurveda   we  should have - Easy bowel movement first thing in the  morning.The  stool should float on water. If the stool sinks, then it is an indication of accumulation of  Ama ( Toxins) in  colon,and  poor digestion. THE MAIN CAUSES OF CONSTIPATION There are PHYSICAL ,PSYCHOLOGICAL , and MEDICAL causes of constipation. If we look under PHYSICAL CAUSES  ,it will be Dietary - eating food which is hard to digest Irregular sleeping pattern Getting up quickly and. Rushing off  to work Sex in the morning Coffee or tea in the morning Sedentary life style Lack of exercise As a complications of a infectious disease or fever. PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS are Stress, worry,  nervousness ,grief  and fear all of these contributes to develop constipation. Insomnia ,Excess  stimulation of the nervous system like watching TV too much or using electronic gadgets late in the night. Apart from these some MEDICAL

1) Almond oil – Prunus amygdalus -  Almond oil is rich in vitamin A, B and E, which are great for skin health. Almomd oil is suitable for every skin type. Sweet almond oil is an excellent emollient. It softens and soothes the skin by restoring  moisture to dry and cracked skin. It nourishes the skin and soften it too. It also relives irritation, inflammation and itching due to dryness. Hence it is used widely in cosmetics and in treating conditions like Eczema,Psoriasis etc.  2) Olive oil – Olea europea - We all are quite aware of benefits of Olive oil. It is loaded with essential nutrients and is a natural humectant that helps attract moisture to dry skin. Olive  oil is  Enriched with vitamin E, the essential factor which nourishes, protects and softens skin and prevents chafing. It also has antimicrobial properties, which keep your skin healthy. 3) Grape seed oil – Vitis vinifera -   Grape seed oil is well known for its astringent property. Due to the astringent property it's app

This post is in response to the request sent by one of my friend.. At some point in our Life we all suffer from dry skin condition,then we try different chemical based products and still it seems to be recurring ...which is annoying at some point... ..but simple changes in every day routine And natural home remedies can make your skin well hydrated and glowing . But wait... Instead of jumping on to suggesting you some home remedies if I can describe how and why the dry skin condition cause,I personally think it will be a great help to take care of it.  So why do you think we develop dry skin ?? These can be the answers coming up in your mind  1)In winter the dry and cold weather make the skin loose its natural moisturizer and aggravates the dryness of skin. So exposure to extreme weather can be one of the causes for dry skin condition. 2) Unhealthy practices like bathing in hot water for long time can cause dry skin ,as the skin looses natural oil from its layers . 3)Irregular sleeping

Now as we know what causes dry skin , we can look at the easy steps to help us avoid developing the condition. Here I am going to list few of the natural tips which we all probably know but don't follow and hence is the problem ... So if we can try to incorporate these important tips in our daily routine ,we all will have a very healthy ,glowing and young lookin g skin. 1) Resist yourself to have very hot shower, as it tend to take away the natural oil from our skin layer leaving it dry and sensitive. So no matter how much you love hot,steamy and long shower ,try to make it short and use warm or cool water instead . 2) How you dry your skin does affect the skin layer,so try to use soft cotton cloth to dry your skin and instead of rubbing the skin with harsh strokes,pat dry it gently. 3) Use natural soap less cleanser when you shower,something like homemade scrub,or at least try to use gentle soaps that are free of fragrance.Additional perfumes,deodorant or even antibacterial can be

Turmeric is fast becoming a popular remedy for just about everything that ails you. ... Traditionally, turmeric milk has been used for colds, congestion, headache, and sore throats. Turmeric is a depression-fighter as well. Turmeric Milk Ingredients 2 cups of milk (or substitute coconut milk) 1 teaspoon dried turmeric (or one-half inch fresh turmeric thinly sliced or diced) 1 teaspoon dried ginger (or one-half inch fresh ginger thinly sliced or diced) A sprinkle of black pepper. Honey to taste... Turmeric Milk Steps Place milk in a saucepan over medium heat. Add turmeric, ginger, and pepper. Stir well if you are using the dried spices. Let the milk begin to simmer. Allow to heat for another minute or two being careful not to let the milk overheat. Turn off heat, cover, and allow the mixture to sit for ten minutes or so to improve the infusion. Strain the milk through a strainer if you have used fresh ingredients. Serve warm.... This turmeric milk is realy a good home rem

Cumin, Coriander and Fennel Tea is one of Ayurveda's most famous formulas for detoxification and burning up excess water weight.  This tea blend helps to warm up your circulation, hence really beneficial in winter. It helps to clean your lymphatic system and Its flushing action simultaneously cleanses the urinary tract and reduces water retention. The mild bitterness in the blend Helps in detoxification process and purifies the blood It is a soothing formula that reduces agitation and inflammation. It helps to calm the tense mind and also brings clarity in thoughts when you are stressed. Mix all the herbs in same proportion , steep in hot water for 5 minutes. Drink when warm.

Brahmi is a plant that has been used in traditional Indian medicine AYURVEDA . According to Ayurveda, it is bitter, pungent, and heating. Brahmi is used for Alzheimer's disease, improving memory, anxiety, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), allergic conditions, irritable bowel syndrome, and as a general tonic to fight stress. How does it work? Brahmi might increase certain brain chemicals that are involved in thinking, learning, and memory. Some research suggests that it might also protect brain cells from chemicals involved in Alzheimer's disease. Bramhi is helpful in following conditions 1)Stress reduction is perhaps brahmi’s most well known, traditional use. So,taking Bramhi as a supplement daily can improve the mood swings and helps to reduce the stress harmones. 2) Brahmi has shown positive results in boosting cognitive performance.Persons suffering from cognitive issues, short attention span, foggy memory, and blurred focus has shown positive results after ta

Soak 10 Dates  in ghee Add 1 teaspoon of ginger powder  1/8 teaspoon cardamom And pinch of saffron Cover and keep it in warm place for at least 2 weeks Then eat 1 date early morning  It works to remedy anemia, Sexual debility ,Chronic fatigue. It is Nutritive and Promotes-Fertility .

There are two main kinds of Arthritis- Osteo and Rheumatoid, both of which affect the joint in different ways Osteoarthritis is when the cartilage between bones wears down, until bone grates on bone. Rheumatoid is little less straightforward, being caused by an autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation of the synovial membrane (a soft tissue that protects joints in the body) and that can lead to bone loss. W hichever you experience, there are natural remedies for arthritis to manage the pain and ease the symptoms. 1. Turmeric & Ginger Tea Turmeric and ginger are both anti-inflammatorys, and will help with oseto and rheumatoid arthritis. Turmeric in particular has gotten a lot of attention lately. Its active ingredient is something called curcumin, which is a powerful antioxidant. In addition, it lowers the levels of 2 enzymes responsible for causing inflammation (which is what we’re often fighting with arthritis.) You can take these in a capsule form or make a nice spic

# Help for Dry and Chapped Hands #  Low humidity in winter season ,dries out skin leaving it irritated. Secondly as you age,your body produces less of the oil that keeps skin smooth. This leaves the hands very dry and chapped.  So how to prevent getting your hands rough and driving you crazy... 1) Stay out of hot water  2) Avoid soaping 3) Put  moisturiser in air - use a home humidifier  4)Pamper your hands- apply quality moisturiser at least twice a day. In addition, do it after each washing. LEMON OIL This very easy home made moisturiser is very effective in preventing hands from getting dry and rough. Add Few drops of Lemon Oil with few drops of Glycerine . Massage this into your hands at least twice a day, especially at bedtime. It will make your chapped hands smooth and it will sooth the if rites hands as well