Lemongrass or Tertulia is among the most fragrant herbs of Ayurveda. However, while it is most popular in aromatherapy, it carries other benefits too. First, it can protect you from microbes and free radical activity. Secondly, it can help your gut flora, which thus enables proper digestive health. Thirdly, it can regulate blood pressure. In […]

Flax seeds are among the most popular and versatile add-ons to your food. However, this isn’t just a recent trend. Cultures have prized this for centuries for improving longevity and immunity. In fact, these crops are common across ancient Indian, European, and Latin American civilizations. Thus, it’s no surprise that it garners the status of [...]

Fenugreek is one of the most popular Ayurvedic herbs you’ll find. You can identify the plant as a small one (2-3 feet tall) with green leaves, white flowers, and a pod containing smallish mustard-yellow seeds. Its plant parts hold an array of benefits to human beings. For instance, alternative Indian and Chinese medicine forms prize […]

The black cumin or Nigella seed is a small but powerful ingredient. This is a 12 inch (30 cm) tall plant which produces flavourful seeds popular in cooking. In fact, it is especially common to Indian cooking since it helps to cleanse the body. Apart from this, it works as a healer, disinfectant, and medicine […]

Apple cider vinegar also goes by the name acetic acid. You can either consume it directly or apply this to your skin. This liquid is the fermented form of distilled apple cider, and comes cheap with various uses. For instance, this can clear acne, cleanse and exfoliate the skin, balance out sebum, and clear outer […]

Walnuts are among the best ‘brain foods’ you’ll find. Above all, they are on the shelves of nearly all grocery stores across the world. However, did you know that the benefits go beyond the nuts themselves? Walnut shells are a hidden gem in Ayurveda. These are present in a variety of healing products, such as […]

The Holy Basil or Tulsi plant is one of the most amazing natural medicines in Ayurveda. However, it doesn’t go by the name ‘holy’ for nothing – it packs in nutrients and compounds which benefit each of your bodily systems. For instance, some of these are calcium, zinc, chlorophyll, iron, and zinc. In addition, contains […]

Papayas are one of the juiciest and most refreshing fruits you can find. There are multiple ways to enjoy them – either raw, or in a shake, salad, or dessert. However, the fruit isn’t the only edible part of the papaya plant. Not many people know that both the leaves and fruits are valuable ingredients […]

Nagarmotha also goes by the names Cyprus Rotundas. It prevents free radical activity and can thus protect you from disease. For instance, it can combat a variety of ailments such as stomach disorders, diabetes, cell damage, and watery stool. Further, it can cure lung and liver illnesses. Above all, it contains a number of essential […]