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28 Apr
Posted by acharya as Ayurvedic Herbs, Ayurvedic Spices, Heart Care, Researches
Curcumin, an ingredient found in turmeric, reduces heart enlargement, lowering risk of heart failure, reveals researchers in Canada.
The Researchers at the Peter Munk Cardiac Center, Toronto General Hospital, tested the effects of curcumin in mice with ‘Hypertrophy’ (enlarged hearts). They found that curcumin could prevent and reverse the condition and restore heart function, apart from […]
Popularity: 47% [?]
14 Apr
Posted by acharya as Ayurvedic Spices, Immune Strength, Researches
Despite being the commonest of spices, used regularly to flavor our daily foods, we are hardly aware about the high-medicinal value of cumin, which always scores high on the popularity chart of spices.
Cumin is the dried fruit of a small aromatic astringent herb, native to Egypt, but also cultivated in India, Middle East, China and […]
Popularity: 23% [?]
27 Oct
Posted by acharya as Arthritis and Joint Pain, Ayurvedic Herbs, Ayurvedic Spices, News
Caraway is another member belonging to the family of aromatic herbs, characterized by carminative properties, just as cumin, anise, fennel and dill. However, the medicinal and health benefit of Caraway is mostly ignored, and it is considered only as a flavouring agent in cookery, liqueurs, and confectionery.
Medicinal and Health benefits:
The seeds and oil of Caraway […]
Popularity: 26% [?]
25 May
Posted by acharya as Ayurvedic Herbs, Ayurvedic Spices, Cancer
Researchers in Italy have found that people who eat plenty of garlic, onions and other alliums are at reduced risk of developing various cancers, in comparison to those who avoid these pungent herbs.
The research data compared the connection between garlic/onion consumption and cancer at various body parts such as the colon, esophagus, larynx, mouth, ovaries, […]
Popularity: 27% [?]
18 May
Posted by acharya as Ayurveda Treatments, Ayurvedic Herbs, Ayurvedic Spices, Researches
As the average life occupancy of individuals today is on the higher side, diseases associated with old age, such as Alzheimer’s is also on the increase.
With no definite mode of treatment and medication, Alzheimer’s is tough to be handled.
Studies carried out at University of California revealed that the main reason behind the fact that Alzhemeir’s […]
Popularity: 23% [?]
04 May
Posted by acharya as Ayurvedic Herbs, Ayurvedic Spices
Pepper, one of the oldest known spices, is native to tropical Asia. India is one of the largest producers of pepper in the world.
Pepper, rich in essential oil, is an aromatic herb, that helps prevent intestinal flatulence, promotes sweating and urination. Pepper signals the stomach to produce hydrochloric acid which is required to digest food. […]
Popularity: 20% [?]
Herb gardens were an essential feature in ancient homes. They were kept in a sunny corner near the house so as to be easily available for the homemaker. Herb gardens, during early days, were the only major source for seasoning in food. But, with advent of modern stores, the requirement for home grown herbs declined […]
Popularity: 15% [?]
27 Mar
Posted by acharya as Ayurvedic Herbs, Ayurvedic Remedies, Ayurvedic Spices, Herbal remedies
Since ancient days, herbal remedies have increased vitality, overall health and life expectancy. The potential for no side effects makes these natural herbal remedies more appealing as against over-the-counter medications.
Goldenseal – the root of the herb can be powdered and used in tea and is well-known for anti-biotic properties.
Chamomile – the herbal tea made from […]
Popularity: 12% [?]


