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Ayurveda Through Nature’s Lens - Palasa

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 ✨ Ayurveda Through Nature’s Lens The Kinshuka upama reminds us that Ayurveda is not confined to prescriptions alone. It is a living science, rooted in close observation of nature, ecological awareness, and reverence for the natural world. Palasa – The Glorious Tree of Ayurveda Understanding Kinshuka Upama (The Parrot’s Beak Analogy) In Ayurveda, Palasa (Butea monosperma) is revered as a maha vriksha—a glorious and sacred tree known for its medicinal, cultural, and symbolic importance. Classical Ayurvedic and Sanskrit texts describe Palasa using many meaningful synonyms, each revealing a unique aspect of its form and nature. One of the most poetic and scientifically significant among them is Kinshuka. The term Kinshuka is derived from an upama (simile), referring to the beak of a parrot. 🦜 Why “Kinshuka”? During the spring season, Palasa blooms profusely with dense clusters of bright orange-red flowers. Each individual flower has a curved and pointed structure, which closely rese...
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GUDUCHI

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  GUDUCHI Introduction In Indian medicine, guduchi, or Tinospora cordifolia as it is formally termed, is an essential treatment. It has been used as a medicine since ancient times and is a member of the Menispermaceae family. Other names for it are Indian bitter, Amrita, and Giloy. It grows over tiny trees and shrubs at high altitudes in thick, dry woods across India. Guduchi's stem, roots, and leaves are all medicinally valuable. Several Ayurvedic ancient textbooks, including Charaka, Sushruta, and others, mention Guduchi, sometimes going by several names, as a remedy for a variety of illnesses. Benefits of Guduchi:   ·          Guduchi can be used to treat a variety of intestinal problems. It is particularly effective against amoebic infections of the digestive tract, according to one research. Consuming powdered Guduchi along with jaggery or amla works well as a constipation cure. The starch called "Guduchi Satva," which is ...
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