INTRODUCTION
Giloy or Guduchi is an herbaceous vine that belongs to the family of Menispermaceae, indigenous to the tropical region of India. This herb has been used for ages due to its potent medicinal value in treating severe health disorders.
Scientific name: Tinospora cordifolia
BENEFITS OF GILOY
There are plenty of benefits of Giloy, which makes it one of the highly appreciated herbs in both medical science and traditional Ayurveda.
- Modern Science/ Modern View
Giloy can efficiently help people dealing with metabolic disorders. It improves digestion and effectively reduces any digestion-related problems like hyperacidity, colitis, vomiting, or diarrhea. - Ancient Wisdom/ Traditional View
Giloy possesses ‘Deepan’ (appetizer) and ‘Pachan’ (digestive) properties, which ultimately improve digestion.
- Modern Science/ Modern View
The anti-inflammatory properties present in Giloy help to reduce joint pain, arthritis, gout, etc. It impedes the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines, which help in suppressing arthritic inflammations. - Ancient Wisdom/ Traditional View
The stems of Giloy help purify the blood and balance ‘Vata’ (air + space), which, in turn, helps treat ‘Vata rog’ like gout or arthritis.
- Modern Science/ Modern View
Enriched in anti-oxidants, Giloy helps to neutralize free radicals and release toxins out of the body, improving immunity and combating various health conditions. Also, due to its antipyretic and anti-inflammatory properties, Giloy can effectively improve your immune system. - Ancient Wisdom/ Traditional View
The human immune system gets impaired due to ‘Kapha’ imbalance, excessive accumulation of ‘Ama’ (toxic residues in the human body left due to inadequate digestion), and entry of foreign particles into your body. Thus, owing to its ‘Pachan’ and ‘Rasayana properties, Giloy effectively improves digestion and combats foreign bodies, respectively. This, in turn, boosts the overall immunity of your body.
- Modern Science/ Modern View
Giloy enhances insulin production that controls the blood sugar level effectively. Also, its anti-inflammatory properties aid in minimizing the risk of diabetes-related complications like ulcers and kidney problems. - Ancient Wisdom/ Traditional View
In Ayurveda, Giloy is commonly regarded as ‘Madhunashini’ (destroyer of sugar). Again, due to its ‘Pachan’ and ‘Deepan’ properties, it helps in better absorption of food, which, in turn, helps in reducing the higher level of blood sugar and controlling ‘Madhumeha’ (Diabetes).
FAQ
Giloy can be easily consumed 2g daily. If you prefer having Giloy juice, you can have 2-3 teaspoons of the juice once or twice a day.
Fine quality Giloy extracts have a high level of clinically effective components. The fresh stems of Giloy are widely acknowledged for their high-quality therapeutic benefits
Ashwagandha possesses a naturally occurring steroid named withanolides, which is safe and effective for the human body if taken in optimum amounts.
The entire plant can be used. But the stem of Giloy is mostly used for its maximum therapeutic benefits. Nevertheless, the roots and leaves can also be used
The fresh leaves of Giloy are more effective than its dry leaves. The fresh leaves retain high anti-oxidant, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory properties
Applications
- Nutraceutical Products
- Health Supplements
- Dietary Supplements
- Food Supplements
- Ayurvedic Health Products
- Pharmaceutical Products
- Perfumes & Cents
- Skin Care Products
- Beauty Products
- Natural Food Colour
Available Forms
- Dry Powder
- Granules
- Oils & Liquid
- High Bulk Density
- Paste
Disclaimer:
Any information provided by Naturesactiv does not equate to professional advice from a physician or a healthcare provider. It does not contain all the probable precautions, applications, and side effects. Besides, the nutritional values noted here are based on generic information. So, it is advised to consult your doctor before taking any dosages.