It is said that during the churning of the ocean between the gods and the demons, when nectar came out and wherever the drops of this nectar spilled, Giloy originated there. That’s why it is named Amrita in Sanskrit. Its botanical name is Tinospora cordifolia. Its leaves look like betel leaves and do not allow the plant on which it climbs to die. Many of its benefits have been described in Ayurveda, which not only keeps you healthy but also enhances your beauty.
Now know the benefits of Giloy –
Increases immunity-
Giloy is such a vine, which increases the immunity of a person and keeps him away from diseases. It contains plenty of antioxidants, which work to remove toxins from the body. It purifies the blood and fights bacteria. Taking good care of the liver and kidney is also one of the many functions of Giloy. Both these organs work to clean the blood.
Cures fever-
If someone gets a fever again and again, then he should consume Giloy. Giloy helps fight all types of fever. That’s why dengue patients are also advised to consume Giloy. Apart from dengue, Giloy also provides relief from fever in malaria, and swine flu.
Beneficial for diabetes patients –
Giloy is a hypoglycemic agent i.e. it lowers the amount of sugar in the blood. That’s why its consumption reduces the amount of sugar in the blood, which benefits patients of type two diabetes.
Increases digestive power-
This vine conducts all the functions of the digestive system well and helps in the process of digestion of food. By this, the person is protected from constipation and other stomach disorders.
Reduces stress-
In this era of fierce competition, stress has become a major problem. Giloy acts as an adaptogen and reduces mental stress and anxiety levels. With its help, not only does memory improve, but the functioning of the brain also improves, and concentration increases.
Increases eyesight
Eyesight increases when Giloy is applied to the eyelids. For this, you have to heat Giloy powder in water. When the water cools down well, apply it to the eyelids.
Beneficial in Asthma-
Asthma patients face a lot of trouble with the change of weather, especially in winter. In such a situation, asthma patients should regularly chew the thick stick of Giloy or drink its juice. This will give them a lot of relief.
Beneficial in arthritis and joint pain
Arthritis not only causes pain in the joints but also causes difficulty in walking. Giloy has anti-arthritic properties, due to which it is beneficial in many symptoms including joint pain.
Beneficial in anemia –
Indian women often suffer from anemia. Due to this, they feel tired and weak all the time. Consumption of Giloy increases the number of red blood cells in the body and gets rid of anemia.
To remove earwax –
If the stubborn dirt of the ear is not coming out, grind a little Giloy in water and boil it. After cooling, put a few drops of the filter in the ear. In a day or two, all the dirt will go out on its own.
In reducing belly fat –
Giloy improves the body’s metabolism, reduces inflammation, and improves digestion. Due to this, fat does not accumulate around the stomach and you lose weight.
Enhances beauty
Giloy is not only very beneficial for health, but it also has miraculous effects on skin and hair.
Keeps alive –
Giloy has anti-aging properties, with the help of which black spots, acne, fine lines, and wrinkles can be removed from the face. With its use, you can get such a glowing and glowing skin, which everyone wishes for. Wounds heal very quickly if you apply it on the skin. Make a paste by grinding Giloy leaves to apply to the skin. Now boil some neem or castor oil in a vessel. Add the paste of the leaves to the hot oil. Cool it and apply it to the wound. Applying this paste also causes tightness in the skin.
In hair problem
If you are struggling with dandruff, hair fall, or other scalp problems, then these problems will also go away with the use of Giloy.
Now let’s talk about how you can use it-
Giloy juice –
Peel the sticks of Giloy and grind them well in a grinder by adding water to them. Filter and drink on an empty stomach early in the morning. Giloy juice of different brands is also available in the market.
Decoction –
Cut the four-inch long stem of Giloy into small pieces. Crush them and boil them in a cup of water. Filter it and drink it when the water is half. You can also add cloves, ginger, and basil to it for more benefits.
powder –
As such, Giloy powder is available in the market. You can even make it at home. For this, dry the Giloy sticks thoroughly in the sun. After drying, grind it in a mixer and make powder.
Giloy Vati –
Giloy pills i.e. tablets also come on the market. If fresh Giloy is not available at your home or nearby, then you should consume it.
Together it will work in different diseases-
Mixing giloy with castor oil gives relief to the problem of gout (arthritis of joints). Mixing it with ginger can fight against the problem of rheumatoid arthritis. Liver-related diseases are cured. Use it with ghee to get relief from arthritis. In case of constipation, eat giloy mixed with jaggery.
A request — Wherever there is a suitable place in your house, in a big pot or the courtyard, do plant Giloy’s vine, it is not only a very useful plant, but it is the nectar of Ayurveda and a divine boon.