Last Few Ayurvedic Herbs

Shilajita

Latin Name
Asphaltum puniabiunum

Sanskrit Name
Shilajit

Hindi Name
Shilajita

English Name
Mineral Pitch

Parts Used

The exudation of certain rocks in the Himalayas and other places of India.

Traditional Ayurvedic Uses

• Shilajit is a powerful source of all the minerals and trace minerals needed by the human body. It is more expensive than herbs, and takes over a month to process correctly for maximum health benefits. The white variety is considered most beneficial, but it is more rare and costly. It is purified by the sun and arid climate until it contains no living organisms. Its source is still a mystery, although it has been used for thousands of years. The mud is collected and further purified, then used as a mineral supplement.
• Shilajit supports all 13 metabolic processes (Agnis) which create all 7 categories of bodily tissues (Dhatus).

Triphal

Latin Name
None

Sanskrit Name
Triphala

Hindi Name
Triphal

English Name
Three Fruits formula

Parts Used

These are all fruits. Each plant has a different therapeutic value and must be prepared in its own way for maximum benefits.

This "herb" is actually a mixture of three Ayurvedic fruits in equal proportion: Amalaki (Emblica officinale), Bibhitaki (Terminalia belerica) and Haritaki (Terminalia chebula).

Traditional Ayurvedic Uses

• Triphala is very commonly used for digestion and regularity. It is often too strong for westerners, and should be used sparingly and with other herbs to balance its possible heating effects.

Kala Tulasi

Latin Name
Ocimum sanctum

Sanskrit Name
Tulasi

Hindi Name
Kala Tulasi

English Name
Holy Basil

Parts Used

These are all fruits. Each plant has a different therapeutic value and must be prepared in its own way for maximum benefits.

This "herb" is actually a mixture of three Ayurvedic fruits in equal proportion: Amalaki (Emblica officinale), Bibhitaki (Terminalia belerica) and Haritaki (Terminalia chebula).

Traditional Ayurvedic Uses

• Tulasi is one of the most sacred plants in India, and many worship this plant daily as a means of cultivating their own consciousness through the power of devotion.
• Tulasi gives Sattwa, or positivity and healing power. It is said to open the heart and mind, increase the sense of spiritual love, and to enhance devotion, faith, compassion and clarity. It also helps to develop pure awareness.
• Tulasi helps to enhance the quality of Rasa Dhatu (nutrient plasma), Rakta Dhatu (blood), Majja Dhatu (bone marrow and nerves) as well as Shukra Dhatu (reproductive fluids).