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Botanical name: Andrographis paniculata

The application of Kalmegh Dry Extract extends to the treatment of Influenza (flu). Derived from the medicinal herb Andrographis paniculata, this extract has proven effective in addressing various infections, as substantiated by several studies and research findings.

Medicinal Uses:

• It alleviates typical cold symptoms
• It can also lessen osteoarthritis
• It has a tonne of antioxidants
• The anti-inflammatory capabilities of kalmegh
• It helps with digestion
• It is beneficial for the liver
• It eliminates intestinal worms

Botanical name: Bunium bulbocastanum

Other name: Black cumin, kalonji

Bunium bulbocastanum, commonly referred to as kala jeera (black cumin), belongs to the Apiaceae family. This perennial aromatic spice is indigenous to the dry temperate regions of the northwest Himalayas, including the alpine areas of Himachal Pradesh, Kashmir, and Uttaranchal.

Medicinal Uses:

• Maintains cholesterol level
• Helps in abdominal pain
• Maintains body temperature
• Treats anemia
• Helpful for skin and hair
• Reduces Immune Disorders
• Reduces Cold
• Helps in appetite and digestion
• Facilitates menses
• Provides relaxation in gas
• Decreases the blood sugar level
• Assists to lower weight
• Reduces bad cholesterol LDL
• Good for the cardiovascular system
• Maintains Vata, Pitta, and Kapha Dosha in the body
• Helps in relaxing uterine muscles
• Helps in menstrual cramps
• Enhances lactation

Botanical name: Pistacia Integerrima

Pistacia Integerrima, also known as Kakar Singhi, serves a multitude of purposes. In the realm of medicinal herbs, it proves to be a potent remedy for conditions like cough, fever, vomiting, diarrhea, and asthma. Beyond its medicinal applications, this versatile plant finds use in various industries such as timber, fodder, and dye. Moreover, its tree serves as a valuable rootstock for the cultivation of pistachios.

Medicinal Uses:

• Cough
• Asthma
• Fever
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea

Botanical name: Labisia pumila

Other name: selusoh Fatimah, pokok pinggang, rumput palis, tadah matahari, mata pelanduk rimba, bunga belungkas hutan, remoyan batu and angkoh.

Kacip Fatimah, belonging to the Myrsinaceae family, thrives in the tropical rainforests of Malaysia and Indonesia. Traditional wisdom suggests that administering a decoction of the roots or whole plants to pregnant women one to two months before delivery is believed to facilitate a smoother birthing process.

Medicinal Uses:

• Maintain a healthy female reproductive system
• To help tighten and lubricate
• To enhance sexual function

Botanical name: Adhatoda vasica

Other name: Malabar nut, adulsa, adhatoda, vasa, vasaka

Referred to in English as Malabar nut, this plant’s leaves harbor vasicine, an alkaloid with medicinal properties. The shrub is employed to address conditions such as coughs, colds, and asthma. Its leaves are also effective in treating skin infections, fever, and inflammation, particularly beneficial for bronchitis, cough, and chest congestion. Administered by combining the squeezed leaf extract with honey, this treatment serves as a blood purifier.

Medicinal Uses:

• Headache
• Colds
• Cough
• Whooping cough
• Fever
• Asthma
• Dyspnea
• Phthisis
• Jaundice
• Chronic bronchitis
• Diarrhea

Botanical name: Juniperus communis

Juniper berries serve as a common condiment and flavoring element in foods, particularly in gin and bitter preparations. The extract and essential oil derived from juniper are also employed as flavoring agents in various food and beverage applications. Additionally, in the realm of manufacturing, juniper oil finds use as a fragrance in the production of soaps and cosmetics.

Medicinal Uses:

• Reduce anxiety
• Relieve tension
• Reduce feelings of depression
• Ease aches and pains in the body
• Improve digestion

Botanical name: Orthosiphon aristatus

Other name: Arjak, Barbiflore, Clerodendranthus spicatus, Clerodendrum spicatum, Java Thé, Moustaches de Chat, Ocimum aristatum, Orthosiphon, Orthosiphon aristatus, Orthosiphon Grandiflorus, Orthosiphon spicatus, Orthosiphon stamineus, Orthosiphonis Folium, Té de Java, Thé de Java, Vantulsi.

Derived from the leaves of Orthosiphon stamineus B, Java tea leaf extract, standardized at 0.2% sinensetin (HPLC) (4:1), is also widely recognized as Orthosiphon. This extract is obtained from the shrub’s leaves, and the leaves and stem tips are utilized in the creation of medicinal formulations.

Medicinal Uses:

• Liver complaints
• Bladder and kidney disorders
• Gallstones
• Gout
• Achy joints (rheumatism)
• Other conditions

Botanical name: Nardostachys jatamansi

Jatamansi, as detailed in Ayurveda, has found application in diverse herbal formulations, including dietary supplements. This significant traditional remedy is employed to address conditions such as epilepsy, hysteria, syncope, convulsions, and mental weakness.

Medicinal Uses:

• Treat epilepsy
• Hysteria
• Syncope
• Convulsions
• Mental weakness

Botanical name: Hedera helix

Ivy leaf extract, utilized as an anti-inflammatory medication, is comparable to the drug ambroxol in treating chronic bronchitis. Additionally, findings from a double-blind trial suggest that ivy leaf extract can be equally effective in addressing chronic bronchitis as the mucus-dissolving drug ambroxol. Moreover, anti-inflammatory herbs may offer relief to individuals with bronchitis.

Medicinal Uses:

• Chronic inflammatory bronchial conditions
• Productive coughs
• Liver disorders
• Spleen disorders
• Gallbladder disorders
• Gout
• Joint pain and swelling
• Scrofulosis
• Skin wounds
• Nerve pain
• Ulcers
• Parasites
• Other conditions

Botanical name: Ilex paraguariensis A.St. -Hil., Aquifoliaceae

Other name: yerba mate

“Ilex paraguariensis,” commonly referred to as “Yerba Mate,” is an herb featured in a beverage widely enjoyed in southern Latin American countries. Additionally, it has a longstanding traditional use for addressing depression and functions as an analgesic, effectively managing both nerve pain and headaches.

Medicinal Uses:

• Weight reduction
• Anti-inflammatory effects
• Vasodilation and hypocholesterolemic effects.