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Medicinal Plants

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These are the commonest plants around us. Go through their medicinal properties. Hope it will be useful to you..

Nidhi C / Moradabad

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  1. Common kitchen products and plants with treasure of medicinal values 1. BLACK PEPPER Increases nutrient absorption: The piperine in the black pepper enhances the bioavailability of various nutrients such as V it. A and C, selenium, beta- carotene and others, thereby improving the overall health of individual. Bioavailability refers to the amount of a nutrient or supplement which is absorbed by the body. Improves digestion: It stimulates the taste buds and increases the secretion of HCI in the stomach which aids in proper digestion. It acts as an appetite stimulant. It facilitates weight loss: The outer layer of peppercorns contains phytonutrients that encourage the breakdown of fat cells. Relieves gas: Being a carminative, it relieves stomach, gas and also helps preenting gas formation. Helps clearing congestion: It is also used to clear stuffed nose and congestion as it helps loosening phlegm as it has anti- microbial properties.
  2. 2. BAY LEAF Good for digestive purpose: Bay leaves are good for promoting digestion and can treat digestive disorders such as heart burn. Treatment of diabetes: It is having anti oxidant property, it enables the body to produce insulin more efficiently, thus, helpful in diabetes treatment. Treatment of cold & infection: It is effective in fighting the symptoms of cold, flu and influenza. Its concoction provides quick relief. Relieves pain: The oil extracted from bay leaf has anti-inflammatory properties which can ease the pain resulting from sprain, strain, arthritis, rheumatism as well as general pains and aches. It boosts the blood circulation and promotes the feeling of well-being. Anti-cancerous properties: Bay leaves contain caffeic acid, quercetin, eugenol and catechins all of which possess chemo protective properties which provide resistance against all types of cancer. Consumption of it induces sleep. Cleans teeth: Powdered bay leaf cleanses the yellowishness of the teeth. Effective in nose bleeding. It is quite helpful in treating kidney infections and kidney stones. It has good nutritional value too. It is also effective in hair loss and dandruff treatment.
  3. 3. HALDI/TURMERIC POWDER It has anti-inflammatory properties because of which it is quite helpful in the treatment of arthritis, cancer etc. It acts as an important nutritional supplement too. Curcumin in turmeric can also boost the regeneration of brain cells. Curcumin in turmeric also helps in reducing the serum cholesterol levels, thereby contributing to the cardio health. Turmeric contains curcuminoid pigments that turn on the genes that enhance the body's synthesis of anti-oxidants. This protects the cells of the brain and the skin from free radical damage, improves concentration and even slows down the formation of wrinkles. Provides aids in diabetes treatment too: Curcumin also helps in lowering the level of glucose in the blood thus aids in diabetes. Enhances immunity: The anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric can help boost immunity to a great extent. It works as a natural antiseptic. It has excellent antibacterial properties against various types of bacteria like E.coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella typhi etc. It even helps in treating dental pain. Detoxifies the liver: Curcumin in turmeric stimulates bile production by the gall bladder. Reduces Menstrual pain: Its anti-inflammatory properties which are helpful in treating Pre-Menstrual Syndrome(PMS).
  4. Works as a natural painkiller: Turmeric also acts as a natural painkiller, by improving the blood circulation. Helps in treating psoriasis. Helps in controlling metabolism. It soothens burns. Cures stretch marks: Curcumin is known to alter the physical properties of the cell memberane and hence it cures for stretch marks as well. 4. TULSI It is helpful in strengthening immunity, fighting bacterial and viral infections, treating hair and skin disorders. Taking it empty stomach prevents us from catching cancer. Having essential oil that cures respiratory problems. It has purifying, detoxifying and cleansing property, because of which it is used in the herbal cosmetic products. It is rich in Vitamin A and C.
  5. 5. PUMPKIN SEEDS Heart friendly: They help to lower the bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol in blood as it is loaded with valuable nutrients like zinc, magnesium, copper, manganese which are good for heart. To get sound sleep: They are rich in serotonin, which is also known as nature's sleeping pill. They are rich in tryptophan, an amino acid that further converts into serotonin, enhances night sleep. It also contains anti-inflammatory benefits. It builds immunity. It improves prostate health. It acts boon for diabetes. It helps in hair growth. It helps in losing weight. 6. NEEM It is one of the highly mentioned plants in ayurveda used for treating skin disorder like eczema because of its detoxification properties.
  6. Its antifungal and anti-bacterial properties makes its maximum use for treating hair scalp problems like dandruff etc. It inhibits the growth of acne causing bacteria, thus it is used in the cosmetic items too. It is also acting as a gastro protective element used for curing ulcers. The paste is also used in curing boils and ulcers. 7. ALOE Aloe gel is obtained from the cells in the center of the leaf. It has following medicinal properties: It is used for treating psoriasis, burns, and frost bite. It is also used for treating osteoarthritis, bowel disease, fever, itching and inflammation. It is also used as a natural remedy for asthma, stomach ulcers and diabetes. It is rich in anti-oxidants. It has anti-inflammatory properties as it is rich in auxins and gibberellins. It is rich in glucose and fructose because of which it has anti-allergic properties.
  7. 8. CORIANDER SEEDS They are also helpful in cold and cough. They can be boiled in water along with pepper corn, cumin seeds and garlic flakes to make a decoction that helps to clear phlegm and nasal congestion. Coriander seeds can be boiled in water to make coriander tea and mixed with honey to ease constipation, clear toxins from body and prevent indigestion. These are also used to detoxify the skin from fungal infections. These are also helpful to remove the bad cholesterol from the body. They enhance proper endocrine secretions, relieving menstrual discomfort and pain. It acts as a nutritional supplement too but excessive use of it should be avoided. 9. FENNEL SEEDS It is an aromatic herb and is a symbol of strength and longevity. It is an anti-oxidant. It is helpful in digestion.
  8. It prevents cancer. It treats anemia too. It is rich in Zinc content, thus helpful in growth and development. It is helpful in maintaining good eye health. It is also helpful to the lactating mothers as it enhances the milk production. Fennel oil prevents wound from turning septic. It treats respiratory disorders too. Erythropoiesis: These are rich in copper, thus they are helpful in RBC production. 10. CUMIN SEEDS They have good nutritive value as they are the rich source of energy. It is quite good for digestion because of cuminaldehyde and thymol in it. Cures piles: The main cause behind piles(hemorrhoids) is constipation along with infections of the anal tract. It adds main dietary fiber content and works as a laxative too. Treats insomnia: Sleeplessness is resolved to a great extent by the intake of cumin seeds. Treats respiratoy_ disorders like asthma and bronchitis: The presence of caffino and the richly aromatic essential oils make cumin an ideal anticongestive combination from those suffering from respiratory disorders.
  9. Fights common cold: Cumin acts as a disinfectant against common cold viral infections, it dries up the excess mucus of cold. It is also rich in vitamin C which boosts the immune system too. Prevents anemia: Cumin is quite rich in iron, thus prevents anemia. It helps during lactation too. Prevents colon cancer and removes toxins too from the body. It helps curing skin disorders and delays ageing.

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