Ayurvedic Herbs
Ashwagandha
The word ‘Ashwagandha” is derived from Sanskrit word Ashwa (horse) and Gandha (smell). It is traditionally used as an Adaptogen. Due to its ‘Rasayana” (rejuvenating), immune-modulator, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory properties, it helps in management of stress, insomnia, depression, strengthens nerves and improves mental & physical stamina. It pacifies Vatta and Kapha doshas.
Brahmi
The word is derived from name of Lord Brahma (universal consciousness). It’s one of the best Medhya Rasayan which helps in rejuvenation of brain cells. It improves cognitive skill, memory, retention, quality of speech and helps in loss of memory, speech problems, psychiatric disorders, cerebral palsy, ADHD and insomnia. Brahmi is known to cross blood-brain barrier due to its lipophilic action. It pacifies Vatta and Kapha doshas.
Shankhpushpi
Other name for this is “Mangalya Kusuma” meaning bringer of good fortune. It’s an excellent brain tonic which also has anti-ageing, anti-depressant, wound healing, neuroprotective and natural detoxification properties. This Medhya Rasayan helps improve memory, strength, digestion and is effective in cases of Dementia and delayed milestones. It pacifies Pitta and Kapha doshas.
Gotu Kola
Also known as Mandukparni. It’s a Medhya Varg herb helps improve intelligence, voice, strength, metabolism and provides overall nourishment. It is beneficial in depression, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and insomnia. It pacifies Pitta and Kapha doshas.
Vacha
This Medhyavarg herb helps in improving memory, speech, immunity, digestion. It is very effective in Vatta dosh related neuro problems, neuralgia, epilepsy, anxiety, and speech related disorders such as stuttering. It pacifies Vatta and Kaphadoshas.
Jatamansi
It’s a great nervine tonic and memory enhancer, which has calming and relaxation properties. It has a good role in epilepsy, depression, stress, and memory loss. It pacifies all doshas, specially Pitta and Kapha dosha.
Jyotishmati
This herb is a good nervine & brain tonic and has beneficial effect on intellect. It possesses effective anti-inflammatory properties and is effective in managing delayed milestones in kids. It pacifies Vatta and Kapha doshas
Mulethi
Also known as “sweet wood”, this Medhyarasayan is an effective antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antacid. It’s a potent brain tonic, improves immunity, voice, and eyes. This herb is beneficial in Alzheimer’s, depression, speech problems and mental fatigue. It pacifies Vatta and Pitta dosdha.
Bhringraj
It is considered to be a Rasayan herb for longevity and rejuvenation. It is a good antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hepatoprotective and helps in hair growth. It pacifies Vatta and Kapha doshas
Aparajita
Commonly known as Butterfly pea. It is known to enhance cognitive functions and has soothing effect on nervous and psychological systems. It is highly effective in autism and neurological disorders and has immunity boosting and anti-inflammatory properties. It pacifies all doshas
Gambhari
This herb comes under Dashmoola group which detoxifies, rejuvenates and nourishes mind and body. It helps improving brain function, digestion, cardiac tonic and reduces inflammation. It is useful in Vata related disorders, headache, epilepsy and trigeminal neuralgia. It pacifies Vatta and Pitta doshas.
Vridhadaru
Its an excellent Rasayan and adaptogen. It’s a natural nootropic which help improves memory and learning skills. Its Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and anti-convulsant effects helps in neuro muscular disorders, meningitis, and epilepsy. It is also a great nervine and cardiac tonic. It pacifies Vatta and Kapha doshas
Sahijan
Also known as Drumstick plant has amazing health benefits. It is an excellent source of protein along with all essential vitamins and minerals. Its natural nootropic and has active neurotransmitter which benefits in neurodegeneration and cognitive disorders. With its analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects, it helps in neuro-muscular & joints disorder. It pacifies Vatta and Kaphadoshas
Amla
Also known as Indian Gooseberries is best known anti-ageing herb. The phytonutrients and antioxidant in Amla can benefit memory by fighting against free radicals that can attack and damage brain cells. Its high Vit C concentration helps in dementia by producing norepinephrine, a neurotransmitter. An Amla a day ensures healthy gut, eyes, skin, liver and heart. It contains all five Rasa except salt and pacifies all three doshas
Haritaki
It is an excellent rejuvenating herb with anti-ageing, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It has potent brain boosting properties which help in improving focus and concentration. Being a nervine tonic, it strengthens the nervous system. It helps improve immunity and is beneficial for heart, kidney and liver. It pacifies all three doshas.
Gokhru
It is known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, analgesic and aphrodisiac properties. Its an excellent coolant and improves focus and alertness. It helps improving stamina and strengthening muscles, hence used as gym supplement. It pacifies all doshas.
Giloy
Its one of the three Amrit plants and comes under MedhyaRasayan group. It is an excellent adaptogenic herb which helps in managing stress and anxiety. It has neuroprotective property and helps improve memory and cognitive function. It has immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, analgesic, antiaging, cardioprotective, hepatoprotective properties. It has the ability to cross blood-brain barrier. It pacifies all three doshas.
Shatavari
It’s a naturally blessed “rasayan” herb with nutritive, rejuvenative, adaptogenic, antacid, anti-inflammatory, aphrodisiac and immunomodulator properties. Oxidants present in it impacts neurotransmitters which have antidepressant abilities. It pacifies Vatta and Pitta doshas.
Turmeric
This miraculaous herb is rich in “Curcumin” which has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective and anti-atherosclerotic properties. It helps in depression, dementia, diabetes, cancer, arthritis and improves cognitive functions. It pacifies all doshas.
Pippali
This herb is rich in compound “Piperine”. It has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, analgesic, expectorant, anti-depressant, cardioprotective, immunomodulatory, and rejuvenating properties. It helps in calming nerves, improving digestive fire, reducing blood sugar level and provides relief from cough & congestion. It pacifies Vatta and Kaphadoshas
Tagar
It is known to calm the nervous system, relieving stress & anxiety, and fighting depression. It is beneficial in insomnia, headache, restlessness, epilepsy and general debility. It pacifies Vatta and Kaphadoshas.
Kalonji
It is a good anti-inflammatory, analgesic and improves intelligence & digestion. The seeds helps sharpen focus & memory and are beneficial in neurological disorders such as neuropathy, paralysis and migraine. It is also useful in nephro & hepatic toxicity and in worm infestation. It pacifies Vatta and Kapha doshas.
Bakuchi
It has antioxidants with anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, decongestant, rejuvenating and immunomodulatory properties. It helps improve intelligence, digestion and blood flow. It is known to be effective in depression, ADHD, and other neurodegenerative disorders. It pacifies Vatta and Kaphadoshas.
Hadjod
An excellent body building supplement which help rejuvenates, strengthens bones, improves digestion, and lowers cholesterol levels. It is rich in Calcium and Vit C. It pacifies Vatta and Kapha doshas.
Almonds
They are highly nutritious, loaded with antioxidant and good fats. They are good for brain and eyes and helps in general debility, neuralgia, and nerve disorder. It pacifies Vatta dosha.
Walnuts
Its shape resembles a human brain. It is a rich source of protein and omega 3. It Supports brain function, improves memory, physical stamina, immunity and ensures a healthy heart & gut. It pacifies Vatta dosha.
Flax Seeds
Its seeds are loaded with nutrients, high in good fat, iron, and protein. It helps in improving brain health, strengthening nerves, building muscles, strengthening immunity, lowering cholesterol, and relieving joints pains. It pacifies Vatadosha and is useful in treating Vata dosha imbanace such as neuralgia, paralysis, constipation
Chia Seeds
The word Chia means strength. They are highly nutritious, loaded with both micro and macro nutrients along with antioxidants. They keep you hydrated, help reduce blood sugar levels, keeps your gut healthy.
Fennel Seeds
Apart from being a mouth freshener they are also brain foods which improves memory and concentration. They help in digestion, improves strength, good for heart, improves immunity and boost metabolism. It pacifies Vata and Kapha doshas.
Khurasani Ajwain
It is used for calming mind, soothing neuralgia, and inducing sleep. It has therapeutic properties like analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, anti-septic, anti-spasmodic, carminative, and anti-helminthic.
Cumin Seeds
This spice contains flavonoids that work as an antioxidant. It helps in better mental health and sharpen the memory by nourishing the brain cells. It helps in strengthening digestive fire, enhances taste, good for eyes, and improves immunity and strength.It pacifies Vata and Kapha doshas
Gold Bhasm
It is an excellent antioxidant which has positive effect on overall health. It improves mental health with its anti-stress and anti-depressant properties. It has properties of antiaging, analgesic, antitoxic, immune modulator, cardioprotective and nervine tonic. It pacifies all three doshas.
