Asparagus

                                                     Asparagus racemosus

                                                               flower of Asparagus


Indications:
Shatavari is perhaps best known as a female rejuvanitive. It is useful for infertility, decreased libido, threatened miscarriage, menopause, leucorrhea and has the ability to balance pH in the cervical area. Dry membranes, such as those on the vaginal wall, are also brought into balance through the herbs demulcent action.
Men may benefit from the herb as well in the treatment of impotence and general sexual debility. In addition to it's applications for reproductive organs, Shatavari is also quite effective for stomach ulcers, hyperacidity and diarrhea. Dry and irritated membranes in the upper respiratory tract are soothed by this herb making it useful in cases of bronchitis and chronic fevers. It is believed to bring into balance all of the body's fluids.
Medicinal Uses:

The most important herb in Ayurvedic medicine for women

Used internally for infertility, loss of libido, threatened miscarriage, menopausal problems. It both nourishes and cleanses the blood and the female reproductive organs. It is a good food for menopause or for those who have had hysterectomies, as it supplies many female hormones. It nourishes the ovum and increases fertility. This herb is known to increase Sattva, or positivity and healing power. It also enhances the feelings of spiritual love, and increases Ojas.

The male reproductive system will also benefit from Shatavari. It may be used in cases of sexual debility, impotence, spermatorrhea, and inflammation of sexual organs.

Useful for hyperacidity, stomach ulcers, dysentery, and bronchial infections.

Shatavari Benefits / Benefits of Shatavari:

• Shatavari supports reproductive health by toning and nourishing the female reproductive organs
• Shatavari maintains healthy hormonal balance
• Shatavari treats PMS symptoms by relieving pain and controlling blood loss during menstruation.
• Shatavari supports normal production of breast milk for nursing mothers
• Shatavari relieves menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes. By producing estrogens it makes up for low estrogen levels in women who are menopausal or have had hysterectomies or oophorectomies
• Used in India as a best-known and most often-used herb for women
• Shatavari supports normal function of the immune and digestive system
• Shatavari also increases libido

                                                                Ferula asafoetida


 USES-   Asafoetida (Ferula asafoetida) is a common culinary spice, a perennial plant, known also as Giant Fennel, Hing, Ferula or Devil’s Dung. It is native to India, the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. In ancient times it was believed that Asafoetida can ward off evil spirits and demons. Health benefits of Asafoetida were used in Ancient Rome, where it was consumed along with garlic to banish many common diseases and ailments. In Asia, it was used to treat intestinal parasites and fungal infections.
Asafoetida consists of various natural elements: two thirds of it are carbohydrates, about 16% is water, and 7 % are minerals like iron, calcium, phosphorus, sulfur compounds and others. This herb is also a good source of fiber, proteins and vitamins. 100 g of Asafoetida powder has 297 calories. Since the early ages it’s known for its great sedative, spasmodic, expectorant, antibacterial, anti-fungal, carminative, nervine stimulant and other valuable medicinal properties. For preparing various herbal remedies and herbal preparations, mostly Asafoetida powder and tincture are used.


Though this medicinal plant has been used for many centuries in cooking as it adds a special flavor to the vegetable meals, the list of Asafoetida health benefits and medicinal uses is quite large. First of all, it can be used to treat various respiratory disorders like asthma, bronchitis, coughs and others. For this purpose, it is recommended to try Asafoedita concoctions or combine this herbal remedy with honey, onion juice and betel juice. Besides, this remedy can be used to treat many digestive problems and related ailments like flatulence, colic, abdominal pains, spasmodic disorders, excessive gas, constipation, weak digestion and so on.

Another important type of Asafoetida health benefits is treating numerous women’s problems like painful or irregular periods, leucorrhoea, etc. Studies have shown that this medicinal herb can be used to prevent premature labor. Also this is one of the best natural remedies for post-delivery period as it can effectively cure various stomach disorders. In addition, natural remedies with Asafoetida can be recommended to men for treating impotency. Sedative and relaxing properties are also very important health benefits of Asafoetida which can be used to relieve the symptoms of nervous tension, depression, mood swings, hysteria, as well as children’s nervous disorders.
Since the early times Asafoetida was used to relieve the condition of those people who suffer from high blood pressure. It is considered one of the most effective herbal remedies to treat toothache: for this purpose, it can be combined with lemon juice. Other important Asafoetida health benefits include easing the condition of those who suffer from insect of snake bites, relieving migraines and headaches, being an antidote for opium. Do not forget to consult a health care specialist prior to starting any sort of therapy involving Asafoedita, because in some people this medicinal herb can cause side effects like nausea, dizziness, stomach burning, etc.

                                               Withania  somnifera

                                                            withaferin A
Withania somnifera, also known as Ashwagandha, Indian ginseng, Winter cherry, Ajagandha, Kanaje Hindi, Amukkara (Tamil), Samm Al Ferakh, is a plant in the Solanaceae or nightshade family. Withania coagulans (Dunal) (Paneer dodi, Ashutosh booti) is a related species


Ashwagandha in Sanskrit means "horse's smell," probably originating from the odor of its root which resembles that of a sweaty horse.
The species name somnifera means "sleep-inducing" in Latin.

Medicinal Uses of Ashwagandha
According to Charaka Samhita, Ashwagandha is strong. Sushrut and Chakradutt also consider it to be strong. According to them there is no other plant in Ayurveda, which can provide so much of strength. Chakradutt says that consuming this medicine for 15 days regularly with milk, ghee or plain water brings back the youth fullness. It is very effective in case of Leucoderma, bronchitis and asthma according to Kirtikar and Vasu. Nadkarni says that Ashwagandha is a tonic, which increases sperm count and sexual potency. In the rural areas vegetable made out of this plant is given to TB patients. It increases the iron content in the blood. Sohat has termed it anti-tumor. It is considered to be one of the seven ayurvedic herbs capable of curing AIDS. The Bidaphyrine chemical present in the plant is capable of killing the cancer cells. C.A. Mayor has compared this herb with the famous Ginseng and Ashwagandha is called as Indian Ginseng.
Ashwagandha for Weakness:

Taking Ashwagandha powder with milk, ghee or water cures weakness in children, weakness in old people and reduces the aging process. (Available Kohinoor Gold Capsules with one of the ingredients as Ashwagandha)

Ashwagandha for Sleeplessness:

Taking ashwagandha powder with ghee made out of cow milk or sugar cures sleeplessness and pain in the hips.

The decoction is beneficial to cure tuberculosis. Adding honey in the juice of winter cherry leaves cures the problem of sleeplessness due to joint pain.

Pain in the Hips and Back Pain:

Adding sugar candy and ghee in Ashwagandha powder cures pain in the hips and backache. (Available Arthcare Massage Oil containing Ashwagandha)

Ashwagandha for Weak Eyesight:

Add liquorice in Ashwagandha powder and take it with amla juice to cure weak eyesight

Ashwagandha for Old Age Problems:

Taking Ashwagandha powder with honey and ghee regularly for one month in winter season cures old age problems.

Ashwagandha for Heart Pain:

Take Ashwagandha powder and Baheda with jaggery for quick relief in heart ache. ( Available Cardocare Capsules containing Ashwagandha)