Boerhaavia diffusa is a spreading plant with a thick perennial root found growing throughout India up to an altitude of 2,000 m. Both the whole plant and the root have been used in medicine for a variety of conditions; however, it is most widely used in Ayurveda for treating renal and urinary problems. Punarnava is a well known diuretic, anti-spasmodic and anti-inflammatory agent in urinary tract infections. [...]

Called Zingiber Officinale, ginger is a perennial plant widely cultivated in Asia for its aromatic, pungent rhizome (underground stem) used as a spice, flavouring food and medicine. Its use in India and China has been known from ancient times and by the first century AD traders had taken ginger to the Mediteranean region. The spice has a pleasant, slightly biting taste, and is usually dried and ground [...]

Neem has been used in a varietyi of ways both for personal and community health. Neem leaves, fruits, flowers and Bark contains antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, antinflammatory and also acts as a  contraceptive agent. Our indigenous knowledge and resources are made use of on an increasing scale as low-cost, effective ingredients for the realization of the lofty goal of ‘Health for all’. [...]

Alfalfa is a rich source of vitamin A, B, D, E and G.juice Alfalfa is one of the most nutritionally versatile herbs yet discovered. It is a leguminous herb which grows up to 50 cm. in height. It has rich, green alternate leaves and purplish flowers. The herb adapts itself to widely varying conditions of soil and climate. The botanical name of alfalfa is medicago satina. It is a native of Europe. It [...]

Tulsi is regarded as a bind of “elixir of life” and is believed to promote longevity. It has been traditionally used by Hindus and now others, for its diverse healing properties. The Tulsi or Holy tulsi (Osimum sanctum) is an important symbol in many Hindu religious traditions. The name “tulsi” means “the incomparable one”. Tulsi is a venerated plant and devotees [...]