Giloy Kwath And Its Benefits

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The advancement of Western medicines is commendable. The side effects of taking these medicines are many. People are looking for natural medicines derived from herbs, plants, and shrubs. Natural medicines don’t have any side effects and hence the preferred medicine especially posts Covid.
People have been struggling with low immunity and rapidly increasing cases of new diseases and ailments. The humble herb Giloy has gained popularity in recent times. In Ayurveda, Giloy is the best medicine to treat fever. Giloy is a bitter herb with a heart-shaped leaf. Its stem is the powerhouse of nutrition. Its leaf and roots are also used for various medicines. It has compounds like Alkaloids, Terpenoids, Lignans, and Steroids. Giloy is also known as one of the 3 ‘Amrit’ herbs – Amrit means the nectar of immortality. Because of its various benefits and zero side effects, it is truly an immune-boosting herb that enriches the quality of your life.
Health benefits of Giloy:
For chronic and other types of fever: Giloy’s anti-inflammatory properties enable it to treat fever and boost immunity against further infection. ...
... In the case of Dengue fever, Giloy can increase the platelet count and helps in speedy recovery. It is best for hay fever too. It can immediately reduce runny nose, nasal obstruction, and watery eyes and give comfort to the patient. It can increase your immunity and you will be able to fight the coronavirus as well.
For treating diabetes: The wonder herb Giloy is known as “Madhunashini” in Ayurveda. The term means “the destroyer of sugar” as it has the potential to increase the production of insulin. This keeps blood sugar levels in control. It is also used to treat complications arising due to diabetes like ulcers and kidney problems.
For boosting immunity: The anti-oxidants present in Giloy help to release toxins from the body. You can include it in your daily routine. It can cure urinary tract infections and heart conditions.
For digestion: It supports the stomach in the digestion process and can reduce problems related to digestion. Vomiting, hyperacidity, and colitis will be cured. It helps to balance Vata, Pitta, and Kapha.
For stress reduction: It can reduce stress and anxiety levels. Stress is the root cause of many diseases. It calms the body and thereby reduces anxiety. Giloy has the power to enhance cognitive functions and memory.
For Arthritis: Old age is riddled with arthritis. Giloy is one herb that can reduce arthritis and gout. Due to its anti-inflammatory and anti-arthritic properties, Giloy has been used in Ayurveda to treat it.
For better eye-sight: It is used in Panchkarma treatment. You can apply Giloy topically to improve your eyesight.
For respiratory health: Due to the high level of pollution, people and children have a weak respiratory systems. Regular intake of Giloy will help to improve the system. Ayurveda uses it to treat patients with asthma.
For beautiful skin: Stress leads to faster aging of the skin. The anti-oxidants in Giloy prevent oxidative stress and can slow down the aging process. The stem of Giloy is boiled with milk and taken. It purifies the blood and clears up the skin.
How to use Giloy?
As per Ayurveda, Giloy can be had either in powder form or in form of kadha / decoction, or as plain juice. The juice is prepared from its branches and blended with water. The regular dosage for intake is 1 teaspoon, twice a day. For specific diseases, the quantity of intake and the method of intake will differ.
Side-effects of Giloy: This herb doesn’t have any major side effects. But it is advisable to have it under the supervision of an Ayurvedic practitioner to have maximum effectiveness.
Giloy Kwath offered by Sattvishtik Wellness farms is of high quality. It is one of our fastest-selling products is Giloy Kwath. Giloy plant is grown on our organic farm which is free from pesticides and other harmful chemicals. People have realized the benefits of age-old herbs. Regular usage of this product gives you glowing skin and is best to boost immunity.