Ayurvedic medicine -- also known as Ayurveda -- is one of the world's oldest holistic (whole-body) healing systems. It was developed thousands of years ago in India.

2.  Ayurvedic medicine -- also known as Ayurveda -- is one
of the world's oldest holistic (whole-body) healing
systems. It was developed thousands of years ago in
India.
 It is based on the belief that health and wellness
depend on a delicate balance between the mind,
body, and spirit. The primary focus of Ayurvedic
medicine is to promote good health, rather than fight
disease. But treatments may be recommended for
specific health problems.
 Here are some of the herbs from which some great
ayurvedic medicines have been formed.
Ayurveda

3.  Pudina also known as Mint is one of
the most common herbs and
extremely popular in alternative
medical treatments, Mint has
several medicinal uses in treating
skin problems. It is especially useful
in treating acne, itching,
inflammation, and burns. Internally,
it is considered excellent for
indigestion and gastrointestinal
problems.
1. Pudina
Botanical Name: Mentha piperita

4.  Taken internally or used externally
Turmeric is anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-
fungal, anti-parasitic, and anthelmintic
 - Turmeric is a powerful anti-inflammatory
and antiseptic, useful for bronchial
asthma, chronic cough.
 Curcumin has been shown to have Anti-
Cancer Properties.
 Ayurveda especially recommends
Turmeric for cancers of the female
reproductive system, namely breast and
uterine cancer, and to treat benign
tumors as well.
 Turmeric is also useful in cancers of bowel
and colon. Curcuma can prevent
prostate cancer.
2. Turmeric
Botanical Name: Curcuma longa

5.  The health benefits of lemongrass include
relief from stomach disorders, insomnia,
respiratory disorders, fever, aches,
infections, rheumatism and edema.
 The defensive antioxidant activity of the
lemongrass herb protects against
antibiotic-resistant Staphylococcus
aureus and helps in maintaining optimum
cholesterol levels, cellular health, nervous
system, healthy skin and immune system.
 Lemongrass is also effective in treating
type 2 diabetes, cancer, and obesity,
while also aiding in detoxification. It is
extensively used in aromatherapy and
helps to combat fatigue, anxiety and
body odor.
Ayurvedic Name: Ginger Grass
3. Lemon
Grass

6.  Ayurveda mentions the myriad
medicinal properties associated with
camphor. Camphor uses in Ayurveda
include treatment of respiratory and
digestive problems along with
purification of blood for doing away
with a variety of skin ailments. The
importance of this herb can be
gauged from the fact that every
auspicious Hindu ritual includes the
burning of camphor. It is the product
of Cinnamomum camphora, which is
a large evergreen tree that grows up
to a height of thirty meters.
Ayurvedic Name: Karpura
4. Camphor

7.  Local : It is blood alterative,
stimulant and analgesic. Mouth
refresher and gives strength to
gums. Hence, a piece of its bark
should be chewed to stop
vomiting and nausea. A swab
made in its oil be held between
teeth for dental caries. A thin
paste should be applied to the
skin in skin diseases. Application
of oil cleanses and heals a
tubercular ulcer
 Half teaspoon of cinnamon per
day is said to lower cholesterol.
 - Cinnamon has shown an ability
to stop medication-resistant
yeast infections.
 - It has an anti-clotting effect on
the blood.
5. Cinnamon
Ayurvedic Name: Dalchini

8.  In traditional Indian medicine system
called Ayurveda, Tulsi (Holy Basil) is
considered as a tonic to retain youth
and avoid aging. Vitamin C, Vitamin A,
Phytonutrients and the essential oils
in Tulsi, are excellent anti oxidants and
protects the body from nearly all the
damages caused by the free radicals.
 * Tulsi reduces blood glucose levels. Thus
it is useful for diabetics. Tulsi contains
vitamin C and other anti oxidants (such
as Eugenol), which protect the heart
from harmful effects of free radicals.
 Tulsi reduces total cholesterol levels. Thus
it is useful for heart disease patients. Tulsi
also reduces blood pressure.
6. Basil
Botanical Name: Ocimum sanctum

9.  Ayurveda gives ginger the status of a
virtual medicine chest. That’s because
this wonder spice has time-tested,
digestion-friendly properties, in addition
to its numerous other health benefits. In
India, ginger is liberally used in daily life.
Ginger-infused chai is a household
favorite, and it’s grandma’s antidote of
choice for battling cold and flu.
 Ginger improves the absorption and
assimilation of essential nutrients in the
body.
 Feeling airsick or nauseous? Chew on
ginger, preferably tossed in a little honey
 Stir up some ginger tea to get rid of
throat and nose congestion.
Botanical Name: Zingiber officinale
7. Ginger

10.  Black pepper is a hot, pungent spice
with a host of health benefits. In fact, it
is used extensively in Ayurvedic
medicine.
 It has an active component called
piperine that gives black pepper its
characteristic taste. Plus, it contains
iron, potassium, calcium, magnesium,
manganese, zinc, chromium, vitamins
A and C, and other nutrients.
 Increases nutrition absorption &
improves digestion
 Stimulate appetite & facilitate weight
loss.
8. Black
Pepper
Ayurvedic Name: Black Mire

11.  Brahmi is a plant that has been used
in traditional Indian medicine
(Ayurveda).
 Brahmi is used for Alzheimer's disease,
improving memory, anxiety, attention
deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD),
allergic conditions, irritable bowel
syndrome, and as a general tonic to
fight stress.
9. Brahmi
Botanical Name: Bacopa monnieri

12.  Indian Sandalwood is one of the most
sacred herbs of Ayurveda.
 Cooling Sandalwood powder is mixed
with water into paste, and applied
medicinally to relieve Pitta heat
conditions: sunburn, acne, rashes,
fevers, herpes, and even infectious
sores and ulcers.
 Fragrant Sandalwood oil soap has
natural antimicrobial and hydrating
properties, making it an ideal cleanser
for gentle, sensitive, and aging skin.
10.
Sandalwood
Ayurvedic Name: Chandana