Amrita for Life

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Amrita for Life Project Essay

 

“When was the last time, we actually used an herbal cure to cure our illness?”

The truth is, we have turned to chemical treatments which are more costly, not environment friendly and has side-effects on the human body. Ayurveda and Herbal treatments is a go-to solution for us-– cost effectively and treats more than one ailments. These herbal treatments are comparable to the divine hands of the almighty to help the common man. One such pair of divine hands is the Giloy (Guduchi) plant. It has various benefits, which are yet unknown to the masses. Studies have demonstrated that different parts of giloy plants are full of antioxidants and phytochemicals It is used in the treatment and curing of many diseases and known as panacea for all the diseases and disorders. 

1.       Boosts immunity of the body purifies the blood and fights bacteria- Giloy boosts immunity. Combats liver diseases and urinary tract infection. Rejuvenates the body.

2.       Improves Digestion- Contains antioxidant properties, that improve health and also fight dangerous diseases. It removes toxins from the kidneys and the liver and flushes out the radicals out of the body, which improves digestion.

3.       Brings down sugar levels and helps curing diabetes- Reduces blood sugar levels, and helps in curing diabetes

4.       Helps as Anti-ageing herb- Contains anti-ageing properties, removes dark spots, pimples, fine lines, and wrinkles. Also gives a glowing skin and a shiny look on the face

5.       Improves Vision- Treats eye disorders, boost vision clarity.

6.       Helps reduce stress and anxiety- Giloy (Guduchi) has adaptogenic properties which relieves stress and anxiety. Has a soothing and a calming effect of the mind and protects the brain cells from radical damage.

7.       Treats Chronic Diseases- Treats chronic fever and other diseases. It is anti-pyretic in nature so reduces life-threatening conditions. Also increases the count of platelets in our blood. Useful in treating dengue, malaria and jaundice.

8.       Helps cure Skin ailments- Helps in curing Acute and Chronic dermatitis, sunburn, pruritus associated with urticaria, prickly heat, cosmetic allergy, ringworm, leukoderma, leprosy and psoriasis.

9.       Helps cure Asthma- A respiratory disease-causing swelling of chest, coughing, shortness of breath and wheezing, which makes it difficult to treat by chemical methods can be easily treated by Giloy roots and Giloy juice.

 

Some of the active compounds and nutrients found within the Giloy (Guduchi) plants

 

 

·       Lignan fibers, including polysaccharides

·       Steroids, including beta-sitosterol

·       Diterpenoid lactones

·       Sesquiterpenoid and phenolics

·       Aliphatic compounds

·       Terpenoids

·       Glycosides

·       Alkaloids, such as berberine and choline

·       Lycopene

·       Carotenes

·       Polyphnolics, such as anthocyanin

 

How can we incorporate Giloy into our daily diet?

 

1.       Making Giloy shots/ tea- Making a small amount of Giloy juice or powder with water (hot or cold), turmeric, ginger, and black pepper to help support our immune system. Also reduces joint pain.

2.       Juicing the stems- Boil the stem for some time and then drain the liquid and store in the refrigerator

3.       Applying to the skin- This cures skin diseases mentioned above. Can be used as a cream or a simple homemade remedy of giloy powder & water to reduce inflammation on the skin.

 

 

WRITTEN BY- SASHINI MANIKANDAN, AGE 13  

 

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