Ayurveda is an ancient Indian method of medicine, utilizing a whole-body approach to treatment of injury, illness and disease processes, according to Ayurvedic Foundations, a website offering genuine and traditional Ayurvedic medical teaching methods. Ayurveda relies heavily on diet and lifestyle in its approach to health and wellness, as well as basic herbs and herbal remedies that treat a wide range of symptoms and illnesses. Practiced in India for thousands of years, Ayurveda offers a wide range of benefits to individuals utilizing this whole-body approach to health.
Ashwaghandha
Ashwaghandha, also spelled ashwagandha, is a common Ayurvedic herb used to treat a variety of health conditions, including hormone balance, healing and sleeping disorders. Known in English as winter cherry, the herb is known as an immune boosting herb, as well as one that revitalizes skin, bone and muscle tissues in the body, according to Ayurvedic Cure. The herb is also used to help calm anxiety and resist stress and stress-related disorders that may lead to hypertension.
Bringaraj
Individuals experiencing conditions such as hair loss, thinning hair, premature gray hair, dental problems or skin conditions may benefit from taking bringaraj. The most common usage of bringaraj is in the treatment of alopecia and to help prevent graying hair, according to Herbal Cure Info, a website offering natural alternatives to prescribed medicines for a variety of conditions. In Hindi, the name of this herb is "Lord of the Bees" and "King of the Hair." About 25 mg a day may help restore hair growth and health as well as offer skin restorative benefits, especially when used as a massage oil.
Neem
A relatively common herb, neem has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries for the treatment of skin conditions and joint and muscle pain. Known in India as the "friend and protector of the Indian villager," the herb is also used as an antiseptic, according to Maharishi Ayurveda, a website dedicated to Ayurvedic medicine and care. The bark and leaves of neem can be brewed into teas or purchased in a supplement form or as an oil. Neem oils and herbs have been used to treat lice, dandruff and as an antioxidant to help diminish damage caused by free radicals in the skin and tissues and organs of the body. As an antifungal and antiseptic, neem continues to be one of the most popular herbs in Indian Ayurvedic remedies and is growing in popularity around the world for its medicinal properties.
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