काश्मरी तुवरा तिक्ता वीर्योष्णा मधुरा गुरु।
दीपनी पाचनी मेध्या à¤ेदिनी à¤्रमशोषजित्। दोषतृष्णाऽऽमशूलार्शोविषदाहन्धरापहा ॥
तत्त्फलं बृंहणं वृष्यं गुरु केश्यं रसायनम्। वातपित्ततृषारक्तक्षयमूत्रविबन्धनुत् ॥
स्वादु पार्क हिमं स्निग्धं तुवराम्लं विशुद्धिकृत् । हन्याद दाहतृषावातरक्तपित्तक्षतक्षयान् ॥ - à¤ावप्रकाश
Giloy is Titka (bitter) in taste and Ushna (hot) in potency. After metabolization, it becomes Madhura (sweet) and Guru (heavy) in nature. It has Deepan (appetizer) and Pachan (digestive) properties which help in improving digestion. Giloy also helps to reduce excessive thirst, pain, and burning sensation because of its Tridosha balancing property. Regular use of Giloy can boost energy and immunity because of its Balya (strength provider) and Rasayana (rejuvenating) qualities.
The bitter taste of Giloy may help manage blood glucose levels in diabetic patients. Giloy also helps in weight management by improving overall metabolism.
Drinking fresh Giloy juice helps to improve immunity and can be used to manage fevers due to its antipyretic activity. It also increases platelet count and might help in dengue fever.
Giloy powder, Kadha (tea), or tablets can also be used for various skin problems as it helps to remove toxins from the body.
You can apply Giloy leaf paste on the skin to fasten the wound healing process as it helps increase collagen production and skin regeneration.
What are the synonyms of Giloy?
Tinospora
cordifolia, Guduchi, Madhuparni, Amruta, Amritavallari, Chhinnaruha,
Chakralakshanika, Somvalli, Rasayani, Devnirmita, Gulvel, Vatsadani, Jwarari,
Bahuchinna, Amrita
What is the source of Giloy?
Plant-Based
BENEFITS
OF GILOY
Benefits of Giloy according to
Ayurvedic view |
Benefits of Giloy according to modern science view |
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Fever - Giloy helps in reducing fever due
to its Javarghana (antipyretic) property. As per Ayurveda, there are two
factors leading to high fever, first is Ama and second is any foreign
particle or organisms. Giloy helps reduce fever by improving digestion and
absorption due to its Deepan (appetizer) and Pachan (digestive) properties
which in turn prevents the formation of Ama. It also improves immunity to fight
foreign particles or organisms due to its Rasayana property. |
Fever - Giloy is an anti-inflammatory,
antipyretic (that reduce fever) herb and is useful in building up the immune
system and the body's defense against infections. It enhances the activity of
macrophages (the cells responsible for fighting foreign bodies as well as
microorganisms) and thus helps in early recovery. |
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Hay fever - Allergy occurs due to the
imbalance of Kapha as a result of the accumulation of Ama (toxic remains in
the body due to improper digestion) in the body. Giloy prevents the formation
of Ama due to its Deepan (appetizer) and Pachan (digestive) nature and helps
in balancing Kapha. It also helps improves immunity due to its Rasayana
(rejuvenating) properties. |
Hay fever - Giloy reduces the symptoms of
Hay fever which is also known as allergic rhinitis. It reduces the symptoms
like nasal discharge, sneezing, nasal itching, nasal obstruction. It also
increases the count of the leukocytes (white blood cells) to fight against
infection. |
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Diabetes mellitus (Type 1 & Type 2)- Giloy helps control high blood sugar level and various diabetic
complications by improving digestion and absorption due to its Deepan
(appetizer) and Pachan (digestive) properties which in turn prevents the
formation of Ama. |
Diabetes mellitus (Type 1 & Type 2) - Giloy might be useful in managing diabetes by improving blood
glucose levels. It also helps to manage diabetes-related complications such
as ulcers, wounds, kidney damage due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory
properties. |
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Liver disease - Giloy helps to
improve metabolism and liver functions due to its Deepan (appetizer) and
Pachan (digestive) properties. Giloy also inhibits degeneration and promotes
new cell growth due to its Rasayana (rejuvenating) quality. |
Liver disease - Liver injury
due to an overdose of alcohol can be managed by using Guduchi Satwa, an
Ayurvedic formulation prepared from Giloy. It acts by lowering total
cholesterol level in the liver. It also improves the level of antioxidant
enzymes (reduces damage by free radicals) and oxidative-stress markers
thereby enhancing overall liver function. |
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Cancer - Giloy might reduce the risk of
cancer by balancing Vata-Pitta-Kapha and also by controlling the growth and
spread of cancer cells. Giloy also prevents cell damage due to its Rasayana
property. |
Cancer - Giloy might be useful in managing
breast cancer because of its anti-proliferative property. |
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High cholesterol - Giloy helps to
control high cholesterol level in the body by improving the metabolism and
eliminating toxins from the body which are responsible for high cholesterol.
This is due to its Deepan (appetizer), Pachan (digestive) nature and Rasayana
(rejuvenating) properties. |
Dengue - Giloy is useful in managing
dengue fever. |
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Gout - Giloy is used in Vata rog like
Gouty arthritis due to its Vata balancing and blood purifying actions. |
Rheumatoid arthritis - Giloy might be
beneficial for the management of pain and inflammation in arthritis. |
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Diarrhea - Giloy helps to reduce digestion
related problems like indigestion, hyperacidity, and flatulence due to its
Pachan (digestive) properties. |
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Wounds - Giloy helps in healing of
wound, cuts or abrasions due to its Kashaya (astringent) and Ropan (healing)
properties. |
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Eye Problem - Giloy reduces the risk of eye
problems like burning sensation, redness |
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Hair loss - Giloy helps to control hair loss
and dandruff because of its Katu (pungent) and Kashaya (astringent) nature.
Giloy also helps in hair growth due to its Rasayana (rejuvenating)
properties. |
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FAQs About Giloy benefits
ü Can Giloy (Guduchi) cure
arthritis?
ü Can Giloy (Guduchi) cure asthma
and cough?
ü Can Giloy (Guduchi) help during
aflatoxicosis (aflatoxin-induced poisoning) of the kidneys?
ü Can Giloy (Guduchi) juice help
in weight loss?
ü Can Giloy be taken if you have
autoimmune disorders?
ü Can Giloy juice act as a stress
reliever?
ü Can I consume Giloy and Amla
Juice every morning and before bed?
ü Can I take Giloy juice on an
empty stomach?
ü Can I take Giloy Kadha for one
year or a lifetime?
ü Can we eat Giloy leaves?
ü Does Giloy cause constipation?
ü Does Giloy help boost immunity?
ü Does Giloy help fight
respiratory problems?
ü Does Giloy help improve your
digestion system?
ü Does Giloy increase platelets?
ü How to make Giloy kadha?
ü How to use Giloy leaves?
ü Is Giloy juice good for high
blood pressure?
ü Is Giloy safe for kids?
ü Is Giloy useful in PCOS?
ü What are the benefits of Giloy
for Cancer?
ü What are the benefits of Giloy
for Dengue?
ü What are the benefits of Giloy
for Diabetes mellitus (Type 1 & Type 2)?
ü What are the benefits of Giloy
for Diarrhea?
ü What are the benefits of Giloy
for Fever?
ü What are the benefits of Giloy
for Gout?
ü What are the benefits of Giloy
for Hay fever?
ü What are the benefits of Giloy
for High cholesterol?
ü What are the benefits of Giloy
for Liver disease?
ü What are the benefits of Giloy
for Rheumatoid arthritis?
ü What are the benefits of Giloy
for the skin?
ü What are the health benefits of
Giloy Stem?
ü What is Giloy satva and how it
is prepared?
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