Also known as Giloy, Guduchi - is a part of the rasayanas category of Ayurvedic plants. As per the Charaka Samhita, Ayurveda’s primary text, it is a medhya rasayana or mental rejuvenative.
The herb helps increase the effectiveness of the protective white blood cells and builds up the body's own defence mechanism. Hence it's useful for treating various fevers specifically for viral fevers like corona infection, hay fever and dengue fever.
In Ayurveda, it is known as a ‘Madhunashini’ which means ‘destroyer of sugar’. It helps to enhance the production of insulin which ultimately controls the blood sugar levels. Amruthaballi is also useful for diabetes complications like ulcers, kidney problems.
Amruthaballi is useful as a diuretic, helps to remove urinary stones and assists in the management of urinary disorders including urinary tract infections.
Amruthaballi contains anti-inflammatory and anti-arthritic properties which help to reduce arthritis and gout. For joint pains, consume Amruthaballi powder with warm milk.
Amruthaballi is an excellent remedy to reduce mental stress and anxiety. It calms down your body. It also has the power to enhance memory and cognitive functions.
Amruthaballi improves digestion and reduces digestion-related problems like diarrhea, colitis, vomiting, hyperacidity, etc.