Memory Enhancement

Some of the plants commonly used in Ayurveda have been shown to potentially combat certain ailments in double-blind clinical studies One such study discovered that some of the plants commonly used in ayurvedic medicine prevent the breakdown of neurotransmitters, improving memory and concentration in people with Alzheimer's disease.

Machine for Panchakarma


The Central Council for Research in Ayurveda (CCRAS) and IIT New Delhi, invented a new machine for Panchakarma (Ayurvedic Detoxification Therapies for the purification of skin) treatment of Ayurveda. The machine is being used in the Panchakarma section of the Central Research Institute of Ayurveda at Punjabi Bagh, New Delhi, India.

Triphala

One of the most common and cheapest of Indian ayurvedic medical formulations - Triphala - is now emerging as one of the most potent anticancer agents .
Triphala is a combination of the dried fruits of Terminalia chebula, Terminalia belerica, and Emblica officinalis in equal proportions. These are popularly known in India as harad, behada and amla. Triphala is useful as an internal cleansing, detoxifying formula.

Ashwagandha

Seven American and four Japanese firms have filed for grant of patents on formulations containing extracts of the herb Ashwagandha. Fruits, leaves and seeds of the Indian medicinal plant withania somnifera have been traditionally used for the Ayurvedic system as aphrodisiacs, diuretics and for treating memory loss.

The Japanese patent applications are related to the use of the herb as a skin ointment and for promoting reproductive fertility. StressEase is a balancing formula containing ashwagandha and other herbs for coping with stress and fatigue. It helps create reserves to deal with the stress of modern life.

Ayurvedic practice recommends Tulsi in several formulations to enhance immunity and metabolic functions as well as in the management of respiratory problems (Shwas -Kasa).
 
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