Herbal Remedies:
Arjuna is a coronary vasodilator. It protects the heart, strengthens circulation, and helps to maintain the tone and health of the heart muscle. It is also useful in stopping bleeding and to promote healing after a heart attack. Current scientific research has proved that T.arjuna contains specific medically active constituents namely triterpine glycosides like arjunetosides I, II, III, IV, arjunine and arjunetein. Bark of Arjuna tree has been found to be rich in Co-enzyme Q-10 which is highly prescribed in cardiology departments now a days to prevent heart problems. More..
Garlic is a wonder drug for heart. Clinical trials have shown that fresh garlic and garlic supplements may lower cholesterol levels, prevent blood clots, and destroy plaque. When people with high blood pressure were given one clove of garlic a day for 12 weeks, their diastolic blood pressure and cholesterol levels were significantly reduced. More..
A unique herb with anti-stress adaptogenic action that leads to better physical fitness and helps cope with life's daily stress. It is especially beneficial in stress related disorders such as arthritis, hypertension, diabetes, general debility.
It has been shown to lower blood-fat levels while raising levels of HDL, the so called "good cholesterol". It is useful in atherosclerosis, psoriasis and cardiac ischemia. More..
Ayurveda describes many single drugs extract and formulae as well. They are listed below.
Indian herb |
Latin name |
Common name |
Actions |
Arjuna |
Terminalia arjuna |
Arjuna |
The best cardiac tonic that strengthens heart muscles |
Daadim |
Punica granatum |
Pomegranate |
Its sour taste is considered to be nourishing the heart. |
Karpur |
Cinnamomum camphora |
Camphor |
Its calms down the heart rate and helps blood flowing. |
Amla |
Emblica Officinalis |
Indian gooseberry |
It is labeled as one of the best rasayana (rejuvenating) for body and so for heart. |
- Arjunaksheer paka (medicated milk containing herb arjuna)
- Dadimadyavaleha (semi-solid preparation)
- Changeri ghrita (the ghee preparation containing the herb changeri)
- Gokshuradi guggulu (the guggulu preparation, containing gokshura which is good for hypertension too)