Category: Herbs

Arabic Name : Abhul, ‘Ar’ar, Baraathwaa, Habb al-’ar’ar (Seeds)
Bengali Name : Hayusha
English Name : Juniper, Enebro, Ginepro
French Name : Genévrier, Genièvre
German Name : Wachholder, Machandel, Kranewitt
Hindi Name : Abhal, Aaraar, Hauber
Kannada Name : Padma Beeja
Latin name : Juniperus communis Linn.
Marathi Name : Hosh
Persian Name : Tukhme Rahal, Sarv Kohi
Punjabi Name : Havulber
Sanskrit Name : Hapusha, Havusha, Matsyagandha
Urdu Name : Abhal

Description : The berry is analgesic, anthelmintic, antiarthritic, antibacterial, antifungal, antiinflammatory, antirheumatic, antiscorbutic antiseptic, antispasmodic, aromatic, carminative, constipative, cystotonic, demulscent, deobstruent, diaphoretic, digestive, strongly diuretic, emmenagogue, stimulant, stomachic and tonic. Beneficial to the digestive system, the female reproductive system and the menstrual cycle. Useful in scanty urine, hepatic oedema, cough, gonorrhoea, leucorrhoea, cystitis, dysmenorrhoea, amenorrhoea and premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Juniper berry stimulates the flow of urine by increasing the glomerular filteration rate, the process by which blood and bacterial wastes are purified. This diuretic action is useful in such conditions as congestive heart failure, urinary infections, and kidney disease and helps to detoxify the body of harmful waste products that contribute to problems such as rheumatoid arthritis, swollen joints and cellulite. Juniper is also warming to the digestive system and increases the production of stomach acid, stimulates the appetite, settles the stomach, and relieves gas. Also useful in chronic arthritis, gout and bursitis.

Recommended Dosage : 3 to 5 g powder of dried fruit.

Contraindication : This fruit is not recommended if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Use no longer than six (6) weeks at a time, since long term use may irritate the kidneys and urinary passages. Avoid in cases of heavy menstrual bleeding. Due to its action on the kidneys, Juniper should be avoided by those suffering from kidney disease.

Arabic Name : Jawz, Jawz Ma’kool, Jawz Malikee
Bengali Name : Aakhrot
English Name : Walnut
French Name : Noyer cultivé
German Name : Walnussbaum
Gujarati Name : Akhrod
Hindi Name : Akhrot
Kannada Name : Akrod Pappu
Kashmiri Name : Doon
Latin name : Juglans regia Linn.
Marathi Name : Akrod
Persian Name : Girdagaan, Gauz
Punjabi Name : Akharot
Sanskrit Name : Akshota, Akhota, Karparala
Urdu Name : Akhrot

Description : The fruit is rich in protein, and high in potassium and other minerals such as zinc and iron. The fruit is alterative, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, a brain tonic, cholagogue, demulscent, emollient, expectorant, mildly laxative, nervine and possesses stimulant properties. Because the fruit is similar in shape and appearance to a human brain, it has traditionally been believed that eating it would help to improve concentration and memory. Useful in sexual debility and calms hysteria.

The bark of the root is being used for massaging of teeth and gums (Dr Younis Munshi, J&K).

Recommended Dosage : 10 to 20 g powder.

Contraindication : Persons allergic to tree nuts should avoid Walnut.

Arabic Name : Irasaa, Iras, Eersaa, Sawsan
English Name : Florentine Iris, Orris Root, Flag Iris
French Name : Fleur-de-lis
German Name : Deutsche Schwertlilie, Blaue Lilie
Hindi Name : Sosan
Kashmiri Name : Mazar Mound
Latin name : Iris germanica Linn.
Persian Name : Bekhe Sosan
Punjabi Name : Irsa
Sanskrit Name : Pushkarmula, Shveta Vachaa, Baal-bach
Urdu Name : Irsa

Description : The root has anticonvulsant, antiinflammatory, cathartic, demulcent, deobstruent, diuretic, emetic and expectorant properties. Useful in bronchitis, colds, coughs, colic, sinusitis, chronic diarrhoea, laryngitis, headache, sore throat and oedema.

Recommended Dosage : 5 to 7 g powder of dried root.

Contraindication : Do not use this herb in conjunction with prescription diuretics.

Arabic Name : Turbud
Bengali Name : Teudi, Tvuri
English Name : Turpeth Root, Indian Jalap
French Name : Turbith Vegetal
German Name : Indische Jalape, Turpethwurzel
Gujarati Name : Nasottar
Hindi Name : Nisot, Nisoth, Nishoth, Pithori
Kannada Name : Vili Tigade
Latin name : Ipomoea turpethum R. Br.
Marathi Name : Shetvad, Nishotar, Tend
Persian Name : Turbud
Sanskrit Name : Kalaparni, Nishotra, Triputa, Trivruth
Urdu Name : Turbud Safed, Nisoth

Description : The root-bark of white variety of Turpeth is powerful purgative and used to facilitate bowel evacuation in the most dramatic cases of constipation. It is so strong that it must be combined with such other herbs as ginger, licorice, or some other digestive stimulant. It is occasionally used in colic and pain in the intestinal region, dysentery, colitis, arthritis, paralysis, hemiplegia and rheumatism. Also useful in sluggish liver, jaundice, obesity, cough and asthma. It is also successfully employed in cases of dropsy due to heart, kidney or liver disease.

Recommended Dosage : 3 to 5 g powder of root-bark.

Contraindication : This herb has no known warnings or contraindications.

Arabic Name : Habb al-neel
Bengali Name : Kaladanh, Nilkalmi
English Name : Japanese Morning Glory, Pharbitis Seeds
French Name : Graines De Pharbitis
German Name : Blaue Prunkwinde
Hindi Name : Kala Dana, Nilkalmi, Jharmarich, Kaladana
Kannada Name : Gouribija
Latin name : Ipomoea nil Linn.
Marathi Name : Kala Dana, Mak, Nil Pushpi
Persian Name : Tukhme Neel, Tukhme Kabook, Kaladana
Sanskrit Name : Krishan Beej, Shyam Beej, Krishnabija
Urdu Name : Kaladana, Habbul Neel

Description : The seed is acrid, anthelmintic, antifungal, antispasmodic, blood purifier, cathartic, diuretic, laxative and purgative. It is used as a purgative in cases of gastric disorders, constipation, headache and worms. It is also useful in flatulence, oedema, ascites, fever, arthritis, rheumatism and gout.

Recommended Dosage : 3 to 5 g powder of dried seeds.

Contraindication : This herb has no known warnings or contraindications.

Arabic Name : Zoofaa Rath, Zoofaa Yaabis
Chinese Name : Niu xi cao, Shen xiang cao
English Name : Hyssop, Issopo, Holy Herb
French Name : Hysope
German Name : Ysop, Isop, Kirchenysop, Klosterysop
Hindi Name : Jufa
Latin name : Hyssopus officinalis Linn.
Persian Name : Ushnane Dawood, Zufa Khushk
Sanskrit Name : Jufa
Urdu Name : Zufa Khushk

Description : Hippocrates and Dioscorides both recommended the flowers of this plant for respiratory complaints. Hyssop is considered anthelmintic, antiinflammtory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, aperient, aromatic, astringent, carminative, cholagogue, demulscent, diaphoretic, diuretic, emmenagogue, a strong expectorant, febrifuge, nervine, pectoral, purgative, sedative, stimulant, stomachic, sudorific, tonic, vasodilator and vermifuge. Useful in chronic coughs, pleurisy, tight-chestedness, respiratory catarrh, sore throat, laryngitis, common cold, sinusitis and chronic bronchitis and also in hysteria, colic, uterine affections and indurations of the liver and spleen. It can also soothe stomach cramps. It eases nervous tension and anxiety and has a soothing influence on the nervous system.

Hyssop appears to encourage the production of a more liquid mucus, and at the same time gently stimulates expectoration. This combined action clears thick and congested phlegm. As a sedative, hyssop is a useful remedy against asthma in both children and adults, specially when the condition is exacerbated by mucus congestion.

Hyssop is the best source of diosmin, which also protects the capillaries and eases tissue swelling and water retention.

Recommended Dosage : 5 to 10 g powder of dried flowers.

Contraindication : This herb is not recommended if you are pregnant, or suffer from epilepsy, diabetes or high blood pressure.

Arabic Name : Banj Aswad, Shawkaraan, Khuraasaanee Ajwa’een
Bengali Name : Korasani Ajowan
English Name : Henbane, Black Henbane, Stinking Nightshade, Devil’s Eye, Henbell
French Name : Jusquiame noire
German Name : Bilsenkraut, Dullkraut, Rasenwurz, Saukraut, Teufelswurz, Tollkraut, Zigeunerkraut
Gujarati Name : Khurasani Ajmo
Hindi Name : Khurasani Ajwain, Khursana
Kannada Name : Khurasanee Ajawaana
Latin name : Hyoscyamus niger Linn.
Marathi Name : Khurasanee Ova
Persian Name : Bang, Bangdiwana, Danj
Punjabi Name : Khurasanee Ajvain
Sanskrit Name : Parasikava, Yavni
Urdu Name : Ajwain Khurasani, Bazrulbanj

Description : The seeds have acrid, anaesthetic, anodyne, anthelmintic, antiinflammatory, antispasmodic, astringent, bitter, digestive, mild diuretic, expectorant, febrifuge, hypnotic, intoxicating , mydriatic, narcotic, sedative, stimulant and thermogenic properties. It is principally employed as a sedative in nervous affections and irritable conditions, such as asthma, bronchitis, and whooping cough, and is substituted for opium in cases where the later is inadmissible. It is also used to counteract the griping action of purgatives and to relieve spasms of the gastrointestinal tract. Also useful in premature ejaculation and sexual debility. It is also recommended for insomnia, catarrh, heavy menstrual bleeding, gout and as a general pain reliever and is specifically used for pain affecting the urinary tract, especially when due to kidney stones. It also relieves pain in cystitis. Its sedative and antispasmodic effect makes it a valuable treatment for the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, relieving tremor and rigidity during the early stages of the disease.

Recommended Dosage : 200 mg to 400 mg powder of dried seeds.

Contraindication : Possible side effects are dryness of mouth, disturbance of optic conditions, tachycardia and difficulty in urination.

Bengali Name : Kuliyakhara, Kulekhad, Shrigali
English Name : Hydrophilia
German Name : Langblattriger Sterndorn
Gujarati Name : Ekharo
Hindi Name : Talmakhana, Gokulakanta
Kannada Name : Kolavali, Kolarind, Kolavankal
Kashmiri Name : Talmakhana, Talimakhana
Latin name : Hygrophila spinosa T. Anders
Marathi Name : Talikhana, Kolsunda
Punjabi Name : Talmakhana, Talimakhana
Sanskrit Name : Kokilaksha, Ikshura
Urdu Name : Talmakhana

Description : The seed has antibacterial, aphrodisiac, demulcent, diuretic, nutritive and hepatoprotective properties. It is a popular aphrodisiac and tonic that is useful in impotence and for increasing sperm count. It is also thought to support the liver in conditions such as jaundice and hepatitis. Also useful in gonorrhoea, spermatorrhoea and nocturnal emission.

Talmakhana is the best choice for herbal remedies to improve the adaptability of the human body. talmakhana significant health benefits are increased energy, improved semen to prevent depression, erectile dysfunction has been resolved. Regular intake of up Talmakhana improves reliability and safety of human endurance and effortlessly.

Talmakhana Useful in Following diseases

• Jaundice
• Kidney Stone
• Nocturnal Emission
• Seminal Debility
• Sexual Debility
• Spermatorrhoea
• Erectile Dysfunction

Recommended Dosage : 3 to 6 g powder of dried seeds.

Contraindication : The seeds have no known warnings or contraindications.

Arabic Name : Barkista
Bengali Name : Meshsingi, Gurmar
English Name : Small Indian Ipecacuanha, Miracle Fruit, Gymnema
French Name : ipécacuanha
German Name : Gymnema, Merasingi
Gujarati Name : Kavali
Hindi Name : Gurmar, Gudmar
Kannada Name : Kadhasige
Latin name : Gymnema sylvestre R. Br.
Marathi Name : Kavki, Medhaashingi
Persian Name : Kista
Sanskrit Name : Madhunashni, Meshshrangi, Sarpadarushtri
Urdu Name : Gurmar Buti

Helps to control the sugar level in the blood. Suppresses the intestinal absorption of saccharides which prevents blood sugar fluctuations. Corrects metabolic activities of liver, kidney and muscles. Research indicates that use of Gymnema Sylvestre blocks sweet taste receptors when applied to the tongue in diabetes to remove Glycisuria.

Gurmar Buti Benefits :

• Gurmar main action is seen on the digestive system. Being an appetizer, astringent and a hepatic stimulant, it helps to maintain the blood sugar to 0.12% by acting on pancreas, adrenal glands and the digestive glands.
• Gurmar leads indirectly to secretion of insulin from pancrease. This reduces the blood sugar and also the urinary sugar. These action are obtained by using the leaves only and not by using extracts.
• Gurmar is useful in cardiac failure. Oral by using extracts.
• Gurmar used to relieve common cold and breathlessness by administration of seeds or roots in the form of smoking.
• Gurmar helps in easy evacuation of impacted feces from rectum
• Gurmar is very useful in diabetes and calculi.
• Gurmar is useful in amenorrhoea, typhoid fever, general debility.
• Gurmar has special effect on all skin disease.

Recommended Dosage : 5 to 7 g powder of the full plant.

Contraindication : People with diabetes should only use Gymnema to lower blood sugar under the clinical supervision of a qualified healthcare professional, as use of the herb may necessitate an adjustment in insulin dosage. Gymnema cannot be used in place of insulin to control blood sugar by people with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes.

Arabic Name : Qutn, Utb, Khursuf, Habb al-qutn (Seed)
Bengali Name : Kapas, Karpas, Kapastula
English Name : Indian Cotton Plant
French Name : Cottoiner de l’Inde
German Name : lndische Baumwollstaude
Gujarati Name : Vona, Kapas, Kapasiya (Seed)
Hindi Name : Kapas, Rui, Binaula (Seed)
Kannada Name : Hatti, Arale
Latin name : Gossypium herbaceum Linn.
Marathi Name : Kapsi, Kapus, Sarki (Seed)
Persian Name : Pambah, Pambahdana (Seed)
Punjabi Name : Rui
Sanskrit Name : Tundkeri, Tundakesi, Karpasa, Karpasi, Karpas
Urdu Name : Pambadana, Habbul Qutn

Description : Cotton seed is anodyne, antidysentric, antipyretic, aphrodisiac, demulcent, diuretic, emollient, expectorant, galactagogue, laxative, nervine tonic, refrigerant, spermatogenic, sweet and tonic. It is used as a nervine tonic in headaches and brain affections. It reduces menstrual bleeding and is useful in endometriosis, amenorrhoea and in the treatment of metrorrhagia specially when dependant on fibroids.

Also useful in dysentery, diarrhoea and also in the inflammation of the small intestines. It is of great value in sexual lassitude and increases milk flow of nursing mothers by increasing the secretory activity of the mammary gland. It also expels the placenta after birth.

Recommended Dosage : 3 to 6 g powder of seeds.

Contraindication : This herb contraindicated during pregnancy.