Several species of Cassia are used as medicine and the one used in Ayurveda is botanically known as Cassia angustifolia. The herb was first used by the Arabian physicians ... Read full article »
Vasuka or the wild spinach (Chenopodium album) is an invasive weed. When cooked, the leaves of vasuka taste remarkably similar to spinach. This plant can be eaten raw or ... Read full article »
Mainly found in the forests of Bhutan, Assam and other parts of South East Asia, the Aloe wood (Agar) is important for its oleoresin. The fragrant wood has been ... Read full article »
Insomnia is generally considered a symptom rather than an illness by itself. More than 30 million Americans suffer from long-term and chronic insomnia. (1) Statistics say that America doses ... Read full article »
One of the most wonderful aspects of alternative healing is the fact that many remedies can be found right at home in your very own cupboard. Among these wholesome cures ... Read full article »
Disorders such as diabetes, heart disease, obesity, hypertension, stress and anxiety are emerging as the greatest health risks in today’s hectic and aggressive world. Blame it on our lifestyle. ... Read full article »
Asparagus & Women Health Asparagus in Ayurveda is called “Shatavari” which literally means a woman having hundred husbands. This indicates that the herb is meant for disorders related to female fertility. The root acts Read full article »