by Sudhirahluwalia, Inc | Jun 2, 2020 | Remedies and medicine
Feature photo: Saraca asoca (Common name- Ashoka or Asoka) The sacred tree Ashoka has substantial references in ancient Indian texts. Ashoka (botanical name Saraca asoca) is another of the sacred plants of Hindus, representing the Hindu god of Love, Kamadeva. The god...
by Sudhirahluwalia, Inc | May 29, 2020 | Remedies and medicine
Feature photo: Ancient Rock Paintings from Bhimbetka, India Photo: Sudhir Ahluwalia Rock paintings in France, India, and other parts of the world show prehistoric human interaction with nature. These paintings from the Stone Age date from 30,000 years ago in Africa to...
by Sudhirahluwalia, Inc | May 22, 2020 | Remedies and medicine
Saussurea lappa (Indian costus plant) helps normalize and strengthen digestion, detoxify, enhance fertility, and reduce pain. Many Ayurvedic medicines manufactured in India contain kushta root, which is believed to possess antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties....
by Sudhirahluwalia, Inc | May 19, 2020 | Remedies and medicine
Feature photo: Aegle marmelos tree Photo: Sudhir Ahluwalia Aegle marmelos, common name bael, wood apple, is of immense religious significance to Hindus. Leaves and fruit are offered in worship to Shiva, one of the gods of the Hindu Trinity. Hindus believe that Shiva...
by Sudhirahluwalia, Inc | May 14, 2020 | Remedies and medicine
Let me present some verified facts on the medicinal properties of Holy basil, botanical name Ocimum tenuiflorum. Holy Basil, or tulsi, is an aromatic plant revered by Hindus. The herb occupies a place of pride in most Hindu homes’ center courtyards. It is not...
by Sudhirahluwalia, Inc | May 12, 2020 | Remedies and medicine
Camphor, a highly flammable crystalline substance, has been used in India since early Vedic times (c. 1750 BC). It was used to start the yajna fire lit to perform Vedic rituals and continues to be used for Hindu rituals to this day. Ancient Aryans are believed to have...