Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Herbs & Minerals to Boost Immune System

Ancient Ayurveda Scholars were aware of how the immune system works and did know that certain herbs increases body resistance power against diseases.According to Ayurveda many herbs make the body more resistance to ailments.Now a days many diseases are threatening to our lives & we need more attention for better immune system. Following are few natural herbs & minerals which are immune-modulator & keep us healthy round the year.

Amla( Indian gooseberry or Emblica officinalis)
The most popular fruit in India to increase human immunity. Plenty of Ayurveda and Herbal formulation use Indian gooseberry as a common constituent. According to Ayurveda, Amla Balance total body system as it is known as Rasayana(rejuvenation).
This fruit contains high amounts of natural vitamin C(per 100 gms contain 445 mg. approx.), The overall strength of antioxidant  may derived from higher density of various polyphenols & tannins of this fruits. Along with ascorbic acid, it also contains phyllemblic acid, gallic acid, ellagic acid & flavonoids.
It is beneficial in daily use to prevent many ailments as it improves longevity of human being by enhancing digestion.It is helpful in  treating diabetes,rheumatism, asthma, hair disorders,  eyes diseases,constipation, heart disorders, to increase intellect, cold & cough.

Ashwagandha(Indian ginseng or Whitania somnifera)
Another important Indian  Ayurveda rejuvenation herb, It maintains total's body ability to get relieve from fatigue & stress.Ashwagandha is known as Indian ginseng too & is having an anti depressant, anti-oxidant,anti inflammatory, anti aging, rejuvenate,aphrodisiac & adaptogenic properties.
As per Ayurveda it is effective as a daily health rejuvenator for  general debility, memory loss, stress, brain & heart.It helps to  prevent premature aging, improves physical fitness, promotes sound sleep by relieving stress, reduce rheumatism & arthritis.

Mulethi(Yasthimadhu, Licorice or Glycyrrhiza Glabra)
Another important herb is Mulethi as it enhance immunity in great way.Recent studies shows  phytochemical glycyrrhizic acid in licorice increases interferon production in human body & is used by Doctors to control & to treat chronic viral hepatitis, As per Ayurveda Yasthimadhu is a Rasayana(rejuvenator) & modulates immune system.For years together Ayurvedic scholars used it in treating asthma, chronic cough, sore throats, arthritis, heartburn, gastric, duodenal & mouth ulcers.

Shilajeet(Shilajit,Mumiyo, Black asphaltum or Mineral pitch)
As per Ayurveda Shilajeet is a natural nectar or Rasayana(rejuvenator) given by God to mankind. Main ingredients of it are fulvic acid & humic acid. Mineral pitch which is pale brown color excludes from mountain rocks is known as Shilajeet.It maintains  strength & stamina, As per great Ayurveda scholar Charak "There is no disease which cannot be controled or treated with the aid of shilajeet."

Giloya (Guduchi, Amrita or Tinospora Cordifolia)
Another versatile herb for rejuvenation of all tissue elements in the human body. It keeps total body system in balance with harmony by strengthening  immune system. Amrita promotes longevity and well being of human, as it is a natural nervine tonic.

Brahmi( Gotukola Or Bacopa monnerie)
Excellent natural herb as a nervine tonic for increasing brain skills & enhancing mental performance.It is helpful in raising concentration recall & alertness by working on memory centres of brain.

Many other Indian herbs like Tulsi, Arjuna, Shatwari, Gokhru, Safed Musli are considered to be good immunity builder. You can use these herbs as single ingredient or can go for combination of mentioned herbs.In India I know many renowned companies like Shri Dhootpapeshwar, Nidco, Charak, Sandu & Vasu Among them Nidco is manufacturing more than 150 powders of herbs & many other formulation of herbs extract capsule/tablets. You can go for these herbs formulation available in market.I am thankful to my friend Geoffrey Hamilton from New-Zealand  who yesterday visited and inspired me to write on herbs which can improve immunity of human being.Take these herbs formulation under medical supervision only.





































 

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