Herbs

Kokilaksha: Uses, Side effects, Health benefits, Dose, Interactions

Kokilaksha (Asteracantha longifolia) The herb kokilaksha is regarded as a Rasayanic herb (rejuvenating agent).(HR/1) It's called Ikshura, Ikshugandha, Culli, and Kokilasha in Ayurveda, which means "eyes like the Indian Cuckoo." This plant's leaves, seeds, and root are all utilised for medicinal...

Karela: Uses, Side effects, Health benefits, Dose, Interactions

Karela (Momordica charantia) Bitter gourd, generally referred to as karela, is a vegetable with considerable healing value.(HR/1) It is high in nutrients and vitamins (vitamins A and C), which assist to prevent the body from certain ailments. Karela is beneficial to the skin...

Karkatshringi: Uses, Side effects, Health benefits, Dose, Interactions

Pistachio (Pistacia chinensis) Shikari or Karkatshringi is a multi-branched tree.(HR/1) It's a tree with Srngi (gall)-like structures on it, which are made by the Aphis bug (Dasia asdifactor). Karkatshringi is the name for these horn-like outgrowths. These are huge, hollow, cylindrical,...

Kasani: Uses, Side effects, Health benefits, Dose, Interactions

Kasani (Cichorium intybus) Kasani, commonly referred to as chicory, is a preferred coffee replacement with a variety of health advantages.(HR/1) Kasani helps to relieve constipation by adding volume to the stool and increasing healthy bacteria in the intestines. Kasani's Pitta balancing function, according...

Kaunch Beej: Uses, Side effects, Health benefits, Dose, Interactions

Kaunch Beej (Mucuna pruriens) The magic velvet bean," additionally called Kaunch beej or Cowhage, is well-known.(HR/1) It is a leguminous plant that is high in protein. Due to its aphrodisiac properties, Kaunch beej improves sexual desire as well as the quality...

Kalmegh: Uses, Side effects, Health benefits, Dose, Interactions

Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata) Kalmegh, frequently known as "Environment-friendly Chiretta" as well as "King of Bitters," is a plant.(HR/1) It has a bitter taste and is used for a variety of medical purposes. It is mostly used to treat liver disorders...

Kalonji: Uses, Side effects, Health benefits, Dose, Interactions

Kalonji (Nigella sativa) In Ayurveda, Kalonji or Kalajeera is also called Upakunci.(HR/1) It has a distinct flavour and taste and is used in a variety of cuisines. Kalonji's hypoglycemic (blood sugar reducing) activity keeps blood sugar levels in balance and is...

Kantakari: Uses, Side effects, Health benefits, Dose, Interactions

Carrot (Solanum xanthocarpum) Indian nightshade or "Yellow-berried nightshade" are various other names for Kantakari.(HR/1) It is a major medicinal herb and a member of the Ayurvedic Dashmul (ten roots) family. The flavour of the herb is strong and harsh. Kantakari's...

Karanja: Uses, Side effects, Health benefits, Dose, Interactions

Karanja (Pongamia pinnata) Karanja is a medical natural herb that is primarily utilized to treat skin issues.(HR/1) It's also used to treat constipation because it improves intestinal motility and has laxative properties. Because of its astringent and anti-inflammatory characteristics, it could...

Jivak: Uses, Side effects, Health benefits, Dose, Interactions

Jivak (Malaxis acuminata) Jivak is a crucial component of the polyherbal Ayurvedic formula "Ashtavarga," which is made use of to make "Chyawanprash.(HR/1) " Its pseudobulbs are delicious, cooling, aphrodisiac, styptic, antidysenteric, febrifuge, tonic, and beneficial in sterility, seminal weakness, internal and external haemorrhages,...

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