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Ashwagandha gets its name because its roots have the odor of horse. (Ashwa = horse gandha = smell). It is called by another name Varaha Karni because its leaves resemble pig's ear.
Ashwagandha has light (laghu) and (Snigdha) adhesive properties, bitter and sweet taste. On digestion sweet taste dominates. The main part used is the root of this plant.
The medicinal properties of Ashwagandha
The various medicinal properties of ashwagandha is attributed to compounds known withanolides that are present in it.
Ashwagandha is used as an adaptogen (as it enhances endurance), rejuvenating tonic and sedative. Hence many herbalists refer this herb as Indian ginseng
effects on the mind. As balance vata and kapha, it improves memory, counteracts the effects of stress and calms the mind. He has an ability to relieve stress. It acts as a sedative. Stressed patients with insomnia are benefited by this herb
This plant can be used in the illness, loss and insomnia Alzheimer Memory
health effects in general :. . It acts as balya and strengthens the body. Generally, ashwagandha stimulates the immune system and strengthens. It increases the energy level of the body.
gain more energy from convalescent patients and can rebound the fastest normal routine during the preparation of this herb are used after illness. The immediate relapse of disease is prevented on use of Ashwagandha. This supports HIV patients by strengthening their immune system
anti-inflammatory properties. It has anti-inflammatory properties and has been successfully used in adjuvant therapy for arthritis. It reduces inflammation of joints and facilitates movements
Effects on the digestive system :. Ashwagandha increases appetite. It normalizes digestion and bowel movements
effects on the reproductive system. This magic herb increases shukra dhatu, sperm count and sperm motility. It increases libido and known as best dravya Vajikara (aphrodisiac)
It is also used as uterine tonic and to enhance female libido.
Ashwagandha retards aging process when used as rasayana (rejuvenating preparation).
It reduces hypertension and also acts as a diuretic
effects on pregnant women. Ashwagandha is very effective in conditions like habitual abortion, threatened abortion. It stabilizes pregnancy and balances that stabilize harmones pregnancy
Useful preparations of Ashwagandha :.
1. A paste of ashwagandha leaves when applied to one of the acts of local inflammation like anti-inflammatory. 2. The herbal massage oil which includes this herb is useful in many conditions such as paralysis, epilepsy, insomnia, etc.
3. The preparation of Ashwagandha which is processed with ghee, sugar and honey is a very good aphrodisiac and increases sperm count, sperm count and motility. It is actually used in erectile dysfunction, low libido and premature ejaculation.
4 Ashwagandha roots when used regularly helps to improve the conditions like emaciation of children, senile debility's, rheumatism, in all cases of general debility, nervous exhaustion, brain-fag , low of memory, loss of muscular energy and spermatorrhea. It increases the body's energy and vigor. It helps to rebuild the body system which is worn due to chronic diseases such as syphilis, rheumatism, etc. It also restores lowered energy of body due to overwork, mental exertion thus preventing early aging.
5 Ashwagandha when used regularly, is very useful in emaciated children. It increases body weight and body energy.
6 Regular use of ashwagandha helps to reduce blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
7 Fine powder of ashwagandha well mixed with oil is very full use in many skin conditions.
8 Ashwagandha also acts as galactogogue and thickens the milk when administered to nursing mothers.
This article is copy righted. The author is a doctor Dr.Krishna.R.S and web master of Ayurveda and http://www.ayurveda-increaselibido.com http://www.ayurhelp.com
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