Category: Herbal Remedies

July 8, 2022

Amazing Health Benefits of Ashwagandhadi Ghrit and Its Ayurvedic Importance

Abstract

Ayurveda, that is the science of life, has many amazing herbs and medicinal plants, which are mentioned in various ancient texts and have marvelous actions. There are many single herbs that have particular action. Moreover, there are many other formulations that contain more than one herb and are disease specific. Ayurveda has a lot of potential that it cures acute to chronic ailments. Ayurveda, not only focuses on the diseases but overall wellness of mind, body and soul. It does not only provide the medicines but explains how to lead life while keeping all the three dosha in balance. Let’s have a look into it!

Introduction

In Ayurveda, there are infinite herbs that are useful to the human kind. And nature has gifted humans, a luxury in the form of healthy herbs. From  grasses to the lofty trees, they all provide something that adds to the health of a being. Further nature provided us with other living creatures from which we get other products like milk, wool etc. and non living substances like gold, silver, iron, aluminum, mercury, copper etc. so we have plenty of health providing things around us. In this article we will discuss ashwagandha ghrita that is composed of cow ghee, ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), cow milk. Let’s discuss in detail!

Ashwagandhadi Ghrita Ingredients

1. Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)

This plant is usually found in north west India, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. The part used in ashwagandha is its root. Acharya Charak has also mentioned Ashwagandha and states that it strengthens the human body.  Ashwagandha has properties of kapha and vata pacification. It relieves pain and has anti-inflammatory action, so it is used in goiter. It has various actions on different systems. It calms the mind. It acts as an appetizer, alleviates pain thus used in digestive related problems and also in worm infestation conditions. It purifies blood. Also used in dyspnea thus used in respiratory disorders. It increases fertility that is why it is used in low semen quality, used in uterus related disorders and relieves pain. It acts as diuretic, thus used in urine retention. It is also used in skin disorders like leprosy.

2. Cow Milk

Cow milk, according to Ayurveda, has numerous health benefits. Thus used in various health issues. Cow milk pacifies vata and pitta and increases kapha dosha. Cow milk is heavy to digest.

  • Health benefits of Cow milk – It has many beneficial nutrients like calcium, Vit D3, potassium, zinc etc that is why milk is  called ‘the complete food.’ It is sweet in taste, sweetness increases kapha, resulting in calming the mind and cooling the body.  It boosts immunity as it acts as Ojovardhaka. It nourishes body cells thus promotes life expectancy. It has an aphrodisiac effect, regular intake increases fertility. It increases intelligence and improves lactation. It relieves stress and dizziness. Cow milk is also beneficial in newborns as it is next best for them.
  • According to Ashtanga Sangraha – Cow milk is jeevaniya (enlivening), rasayana (anti aging and rejuvenating), balya (increases immunity and strength), sara (increases peristalsis thus helps in constipation), medhya (boosts memory, brain tonic), stanya (aids lactation).
  • Indications – Constipation, tiredness, dizziness, intoxication, cold, cough, asthma, respiratory disorders, dysuria, bleeding disorders, chest injury, excessive thirst, excess hunger etc.

3. Cow Ghee

Cow ghee is a miracle to human kind. It has countless health benefits. Cow ghee can be ingested, used as an enema, nasal drops, mouth gargling, local skin application etc. It works impeccably well in many ailments. There are many types of medicated ghee that are prepared by agni sanskar. There many types of medicated ghrita like brahmi ghrita, mahatikta ghrita, kalyana ghrita, ashoka ghrita, kamadeva ghrita, kasisadi ghrita,chitrakadi ghrita, panchagavya ghrita, ashwagandhadi ghrita and many more. Ghee adds potency to the drug. We will look into some detail.

Ghee pacifies vata and pitta dosha. Thus mainly indicated in vataja and pittaja disorders. Ghee and semen (shukra) have common properties and according to the ayurveda texts the quote ‘samanya vrdihikarnam’ the substances that share common and same properties increases dhatus that have similar properties.

  • Ghee Qualities
  • According to Acharya Charak and Acharya Bhavmishra – Chakshushya (improves eye health), rasayana (rejuvenates), swadu (sweet), buddhikrita (increases intelligence), sheet veerya (coolant effect), healthifies skin, enhances voice quality.
  • According to Charaka Smhita (chapter 27, sutrasthana) – It aids intellect, memory, digestion  and semen quality. It is used in insanity, intoxication, emaciation.
  • According to Ashtanga Sangaraha – It boosts memory, useful in voice issues, improves digestion, nourishes the body cells and improves overall wellness.

Ashwagandhadi Ghrit

Ashwagandhadi Ghrita

Ashwagandhadi Ghrit is such a beneficial medication that is filled with so many healthified substances that enhances the well being of a person. It has effective herbs that makes it an ideal medicine for various diseases as well general wellness. The ingredients have many benefits as described above. Furthermore, the unified herbs with beautiful properties of milk and ghrita do wonders. Moreover, there are some common benefits of the ingredients thus enhancing the overall effectiveness of the formulation.

Preparation (Ayurveda – Sara Sangraha)

Ashwagandha root (2 part) made into coarse powder is boiled in 16 parts of water.  When 4 parts of water remain, keep it aside and sieve it. Afterwards 100 gms of ashwandha is made into bolus/paste. Now mix 1 part of murchitta cow ghee and 4 parts of cow milk with boiled water with ashwagandha and paste and cook it with ghritta paka vidhi. When the signs and symptoms of ghee are achieved, sieve ghee in a vessel or jar and keep it safe.

Dosage and Anupana

3 to 6 gm with mishri then drink cow milk.

Properties and Uses

By taking this medicated ghee all types of vata rogas can be treated.
It is useful in joint pain and lower back ache. It strengthens the part that does not work properly. It is beneficial in dizziness and vertigo. It eliminates insomnia as it relieves stress. It provides strength to ligaments and tendons. It strengthens all the dhatus of the body resulting in overall strengthening of the body. It is excellent in providing fertility and enhances male fertility to much extent positively.

Indications

  • Infertility
  • General Debility
  • Weakness
  • Female /Gynecology related disorders
  • Low Immunity
  • Tuberculosis
  • Cough and Cold
  • Digestion related issues
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Emaciation etc

Conclusion

From the above text, it is obvious that Ashwagandhadi ghrita is of much use. Especially in infertility cases, it has marvelous action. Thus have been helpful to many people who are suffering from erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation and having other problems including conceiving. Moreover, it enhances immunity and thus helps in fighting disorders. Planet Ayurveda provides a pure formulation of Ashwagandhadi ghrita, which is pure and prepared as mentioned in the ayurvedic texts. For more detail of our products check out our website www.PlanetAyurveda.com and for queries you can send your queries to our email id herbalremedies123@yahoo.com.

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June 28, 2022

Herbal Remedies For Ramsay Hunt Syndrome

ABSTRACT

Ramsay Hunt Syndrome is an associated condition with the virus of chicken pox that is varicella zoster virus. This virus is responsible for two conditions in the body that are chickenpox and shingles. This virus is even present in the body once varicella (chicken pox) alleviates. It leads to various conditions such as bacterial and viral pneumonia, encephalitis (brain infection) and even kidney problems. After activating it leads to shingles and the outburst of the shingles leads to Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. Now let’s discuss all in detail about Ramsay Hunt syndrome and its ayurvedic management.

Ramsay Hunt Syndrome

INTRODUCTION

Ramsay hunt syndrome is a condition leading from an outbreak of shingles which affects the facial nerve just located near to the ears. This condition leads to facial paralysis and hearing loss in the affected ear. The virus responsible for ramsay hunt syndrome is the same as that of chickenpox. Once the condition of chickenpox gets alleviated the virus is still remaining in the nerves and after years the virus gets reactivated and if so then it attacks on the facial nerves. Now let’s discuss the causes and symptoms of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome.

CAUSES OF RAMSAY HUNT SYNDROME

This condition may occur in anyone who gets affected from chickenpox once in a lifetime. The cause is just the chickenpox virus but here are some risk factors that may lead to Ramsay Hunt Syndrome if come in contact with persons like:

  • Who’s never had chickenpox
  • Who’s never had chickenpox vaccine
  • One with low immune system
  • Pregnant women

SYMPTOMS OF RAMSAY HUNT SYNDROME

The major symptoms through which we can say it is a Ramsay Hunt Syndrome are:

  1. Fluid filled blisters with painful red rash in, on and around 1 ear.
  2. Facial weakness on affected side
  3. Paralysis on affected side

Most often facial paralysis and rash occur at the same time but some of the time both may occur on different times and some of the time the rash may not occur. If someone have this syndrome then one may experience the following symptoms:

  • Hearing loss
  • Pain in affected ear
  • Ringing in the ear
  • Vertigo
  • Difficulty closing the eye of affected side
  • Loss of taste
  • Dry mouth
  • Dry eyes

DIAGNOSIS OF RAMSAY HUNT SYNDROME

Based on only medical history it is not possible to identify the Ramsay Hunt Syndrome but it’s important to do physical examination along with identifying the distinctive signs and symptoms of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. For confirming diagnosis it is necessary to take a fluid sample from the rash blisters.

RECENT DIAGNOSIS FOR RAMSAY HUNT SYNDROME

Justin Bieber is one of the famous Hollywood singers who recently got diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. This year is not good for him, he got live on his instagram and told people that as you are looking on my face i am recently diagnosed with a condition of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. He shared briefly on the disease pathology that this condition is a result of an attack of virus which has a direct effect on facial nerve which leads to paralysis. He also told the symptoms he is facing, such as being unable to close his right eye, unable to twist his nose side to side and restricted to a smile from the right side of the face. We have to give it to him that he has full faith that he will be fine, we should learn from his positivity that is a person should have faith in himself and in God even in bad times that just as happiness does not last forever, sorrow does not last forever, even one day it also goes away so be positive and have positive in your life.

AYURVEDIC VIEW OF RAMSAY HUNT SYNDROME

As per ayurveda Ramsay Hunt Syndrome considered as vata vyadhi that is directly correlated to neurological disorders. In this condition the vata dosha gets vitiated and leads to various symptoms like numbness, pain, tingling sensation and paralysis. This condition can be managed as per ayurveda according to the management of Ardita roga. The nidaan (cause) of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome is considered as excessive consumption of cold, dry food, agantuk factor (infections), suppression of natural urges and trauma. The poorvaroop (pre symptoms) of the condition is stiffness in the sides of jaws and neck. Pathology – due to nidaan (causes) vata dosha aggravation and get locked in areas like nose, head, lips, forehead, chin, eyes and develop pain in these areas, if remain untreated they cause paralysis and lead to Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. The symptoms mentioned are crooking of half of the face and neck, trembling in head, loss of speech, abnormal appearance of eye and hearing loss. Now let’s discuss the management of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome by Planet Ayurveda.

HERBAL REMEDIES BY PLANET AYURVEDA FOR RAMSAY HUNT SYNDROME

Planet Ayurveda is a GMP certified company which formulates their own herbal supplements for managing almost all the health concerns. The formulations are free from any kind of additives, preservatives, colour, resins, gums and any kind of synthetic material. These supplements are 100% pure so they don’t produce any kind of side effects and are totally safe if taken under the advice of ayurveda physician. For the purpose of managing Ramsay Hunt Syndrome Planet Ayurveda provides you with a list of herbal remedies that we are going to discuss further in detail that how each remedy helps in the management of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome.

Products List

  1. Trayodashang Guggul
  2. Yograj Guggul
  3. Rasraj Ras
  4. Curcumin Capsules
  5. NeuroGenie Capsules
  6. Anu Tailam

Ramsay Hunt Syndrome

PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION

1. TRAYODASHANG GUGGUL

Trayodashang guggul is a classification ayurvedic formulation which is prepared by Planet Ayurveda as mentioned in classical texts. This formulation consists of ingredients such as guggul (Commiphora mukul), ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), babool (Acacia catechu), giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) and some other. It consists of properties such as anti-inflammatory, anti-arthritic, anti-gout, carminative, analgesic, muscle relaxant and antioxidant. The ingredients present in this classical formulation consist of miraculous vata pacifying effects also, so by these properties trayodashang guggul benefits the management of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome.

Dosage: 2 tablets twice daily with plain water after meals.

2. YOGRAJ GUGGUL

Yograj guggul is also one of the classical ayurvedic formulations which is available in tablet form. the ingredients used in Yograj Guggul are guggul (Commiphora mukul), nagkesar (Cyperus Rotundus), amalaki (Emblica officinalis), haritaki (Terminalia chebula), bibhitaki (Terminalia billerica) and some other. Yograj guggul has been used since ancient times for the management of vata vyadhi (neurological disorders). As we read earlier the management of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome is the same as that of Ardita Roga, so we can manage this mainly by pacifying vata dosha with which Yograj Guggul is helpful.

Dosage: 2 tablets twice daily with plain water after meals.

3. RASRAJ RAS

Rasraj Ras is a Classical Ayurvedic formulation which is used since ancient times due to its analgesic, antioxidant, anti inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects. It is highly effective for the management of neuromuscular disorders that’s why it is added to the management of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. As Ayurveda mentioned the imbalance of vata dosha is the main reason behind any of the neuromuscular diseases. So by balancing vata dosha this formulation helps in bringing back the muscle tone and strength of the muscles and is very effective in the management of the Ramsay Hunt Syndrome.

Dosage: 1 tablet once a day with plain water after meals.

4. CURCUMIN CAPSULES

Curcumin capsules by Planet Ayurveda is a formulation which consists of standardized extract of curcumin (Curcuma longa). Curcumin has the best analgesic effect which aids in resolving the pain in case of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. On the other side it helps in alleviating the aggravated vata dosha and the antioxidant effect prevents the damage of the nerve cells thus is useful in mentioned disease.

Dosage: 1 capsule twice daily with plain water after meals.

5. NEUROGENIE CAPSULES

Neurogenie capsules as the name suggests is one of the remedies formulated by Planet Ayurveda for promoting nervous health. These capsules consist of standardized extracts of Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) and Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). Both these herbs include best adaptogenic and neuroprotective properties. The adaptogenic properties of these capsules make this effective in preventing any kind of stress in the body which prevents the body further from deterioration. The neuroprotective property maintains the activity of the nervous system and alleviates the symptoms of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome.

Dosage: 1 capsule twice daily with plain water after meals.

6. ANU TAILAM

Anu tailam is one of the oils prepared by Planet Ayurveda as per classical texts which is used for administered in nostrils in the form of drops (nasya). Ingredients like Chandana (Santalum album), Aguru (Aquilaria agallocha), Patra (Cinnamomum Tamala), The bark of Darvi (Sida cordifolia), Prapaundarika (Nymphaea lotus), Sookshma Ela (Elettaria cardamomum) is used in this formulation. This herbal remedy provides strength to the nerves and nourishes all the five sense organs. It consists of vata pacification effects which helps in preventing degeneration of the cells and alleviates free radicals from the body. As in Ramsay Hunt Syndrome there is an increase in vata dosha that leads to various symptoms such as pain, paralysis, difficulty in blinking the affected eye. By giving nasya with anu thailam it helps in alleviation of vata dosha thus aids in relieving all the symptoms of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome.

How to use: Administered 2 drops each in both the nostrils.

CONCLUSION

Ramsay hunt syndrome is a condition leading from an outbreak of shingles which affects the facial nerve just located near to the ears. This condition leads to facial paralysis and hearing loss in the affected ear. This condition may occur in anyone who gets affected from chickenpox once in a lifetime. The major symptoms through which we can say it is a Ramsay Hunt Syndrome are – Fluid filled blisters with painful red rash in, on and around 1 ear, Facial weakness on affected side and Paralysis on affected side. As per ayurveda Ramsay Hunt Syndrome considered as vata vyadhi that is directly correlated to neurological disorders. In this condition the vata dosha gets vitiated and leads to various symptoms like numbness, pain, tingling sensation and paralysis. This condition can be managed as per ayurveda according to the management of Ardita roga. For this purpose one can start taking herbal remedies by Planet Ayurveda for the management of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. These remedies are very helpful in alleviating the condition by pacifying vata dosha.

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