Some Amazing Health Benefits of Giloy/
Guduchi:
Review of Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia).
Hindi
Name: Giloy
Sanskrit
Name: Amruta.
English
Name: Heart-leaved Moonseed/Heavenly Elixir/Indian Tinospora.
Scientific
Name: Tinospora cordifolia.
Giloy
/Tinospora cordifolia is a deciduous, perennial, climbing shrub, found in
tropical regions of India, Myanmar, and Sri Lanka, under the names like
Amrita(It is assumed that this is the nectar of the god Indra, the king of the
gods), Ambervel, Gilo, Giloe, Glunchanb, Gulvel, Gurcha, Celestial Elixir,
Indian Tinospora, Jetwatika, and Guduchi.
It belongs
to the Menispermaceae family. Its all parts such as root, stems, and leaves are
widely used in Ayurvedic and Unani medicine. Its taste is bitter,
astringent, and pungent that removes accumulated Pitta and has immense
potential to balance all the dosha of the human body.
Its all
parts contain some basic chemical components like phenols; alkaloids; steroids;
glycosides; sesquiterpenoids; diterpenoid alkaloids; polysaccharides; and
aliphatic compounds.
It
possess a potent adaptogen that stimulates the immune system and relieves
seasonal allergy symptoms and some chemicals may have activity against cancer
cells. Most studies were performed in vitro or on animals and there is not
enough information to know about the effects of Tinospora cordifolia in humans
.
Benefits of Tinospora cordifolia (USAGE AND EFFICIENCY)
Tinospora
cordifolia is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of
some systemic conditions.
It is indicated for the treatment of diabetes, cramps, inflammation, oxidative stress, allergies, stress, leprosy, malaria, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, high cholesterol, liver disease, gonorrhea, gastric ulcer, syphilis, osteoarthritis, hay fever, sports performance, erectile dysfunction (impotence), chronic otitis media, neoplasia, itchy skin (scabies), stomach upset, and many other conditions but there is not enough evidence to support its usage.
It is
considered a panacea for all kinds of disorders.
Some Incredible Health Benefits of Giloy/Guduchi
1. Suitable for treating upper respiratory tract infections
It fights respiratory infections and soothes exacerbation of imbalances in the body, is effective against tonsillitis, pharyngitis, hoarseness, asthma, sneezing, all types of flu including Corona, and Swine) and severe coughs.
Thanks to its immunomodulatory properties, that helps fight infection, especially through the respiratory mucosa.
2.
Relieve seasonal allergies
Guduchi/Tinospora
cordifolia has an anti-allergic effect, that can relieve seasonal allergies
such as hay fever. It reduces itching in the nose; sneezing; runny nose;
inflammation; and redness of the eyes (seasonal allergic rhino-conjunctivitis).
3.
Fights inflammatory diseases
Giloe/Tinospora
cordifolia has anti-inflammatory properties that are beneficial for people
suffering from inflammatory conditions in the body such as arthritis ,
rheumatoid arthritis, and gout. Scientists have found that it
helps
reduce pain.
4.
Anti-stress activity
It works as a stress barrier that has a healing effect on the human brain.
Guduchi is a powerful adaptogen that improves cognition and memory.
The plant is tested by different scientist for various anxiety states such as neurosis, somatic diseases, emotional upset, fear, increased irritability, and found more efficacious, and useful for improving memory, cognitive functions, and fighting depression.
Apart from
this, Amrita/Tinospora cordifolia is very helpful in cerebral ischemia by
preventing damage from oxidative stress.
.
5.
Detoxifying properties
It is a
natural blood purifier that eliminates toxins from the body. According to
Ayurveda, it can remove excess toxins from the body and very useful for skin
problems such as eczema, lichen planus, acne, psoriasis, leprosy, erysipelas,
itchy rashes etc.
,
6. Increases immunity
Giloy has immuno-stimulating properties on the body and its all parts like
leaves, roots, and stems, find their application in many Ayurvedic rejuvenation
therapy, to prevent infection, modulate the immune system, as it has
antioxidant properties that protect the body's cells from free radical damage.
7.
Antipyretic property
Tinospora
helps to reduce body temperature and controls chills and colds. Its extract,
made from a dried plant, is recommended for dengue, and malarial fever.
A
decoction from the stem, leaves, or root, can cope with fever and various
feverish conditions. The decoction can be taken in the morning on an empty
stomach.
8.
Anti-aging agent
Its
anti-aging effects can suspends premature aging process as it can slow down the
biological clock of the human body and prevent aging.
9. STD
The herb
is used to fight sexually transmitted diseases such as syphilis, gonorrhea, and
skin conditions.
10. Hepatoprotective property
The plant extract has a
hepatoprotective effect that protects the liver, fights jaundice, and favorably
modulates liver function by stimulating the regeneration of damaged liver
tissue (fibrosis , and fatty liver disease). It is also useful in the cases of
hepatitis, and spleen disorders.
11.Boosts
Sexual Health
Ayurveda
suggests it as an anti-aging agent with aphrodisiac benefits. If you suffer
from erectile dysfunction (impotence), low libido, the plant can stimulate
sperm production and delaying premature ejaculation with increased sexual
energy and desire.
12.
Helps in the treatment of cancer
It is an
Ayurvedic anti-malignant agent that treats cancer of all types.
Although Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) has been used for a long extent in Ayurvedic system of medicine.
Apart from this, it is a relatively new drug in the Western world. This is a very
useful herbal remedy that has immunomodulatory, antipyretic, rejuvenating,
antispasmodic, expectorant, tonic, antitumor, antibacterial, antioxidant,
aphrodisiac, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, diuretic, astringent,
anti-arthritic, anti-allergic, anti-malarial, anti-diabetic, anthelmintic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic effects, and so on.
It is
useful for high uric acid, gout, general weakness, various urinary tract infections, rheumatism, constipation, jaundice, viral hepatitis, malaria,
body pain.
It is also
successfully used for tuberculosis, vomiting, flatulence, anemia, anorexia,
gastritis, hemorrhoids, intense thirst, heart failure, typhoid fever,
indigestion, dyspepsia, diarrhea, and eye diseases.
Apart from
this, it gives longevity, normalizes temperature, increases energy, strengthens
memory, gives youth, improves complexion, voice, skin radiance, relieves burning
sensation, cleanses breast milk, and improves spermatogenesis.
Contraindications and Precautions:
- Tinospora
cordifolia does not have any negative effects on the body, however, people
with a poor digestive system complain of constipation after long-term
intaking.
- Individual
intolerance to the components (hypersensitivity).
- Pregnancy
or planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Patients with diabetes mellitus use it with great caution, as this can lead to hypoglycemia. So, monitor your blood glucose levels daily because the doses of medicines might need to be adjusted.
- Before
taking Giloy, tell your doctor about any medications you are using, food
supplements, allergies, existing medical conditions, the side effects of
the medicine can be more pronounced depending on the condition of your body.
- Tinospora
cordifolia as a medicine for a specific condition, the dosage and duration
of administration may vary so Always take this medicine as directed by
your doctor.
- Sometimes
it interact with Chlorpropamide , Azathioprine, Glimepiride, Insulin, and
Basiliximab so it is recommended to consult doctor before Its use.
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