Ayurvedic benefits of Giloy and the nutrients found in Giloy and their benefits

Giloy originated during the Samudra Manthan, when Amrit (nectar) emerged. Wherever the drops of Amrit fell, Giloy grew there. It is said that this plant is a kind of Amrit. Giloy is the source of many important plant compounds, such as terpenoids, alkaloids, lignans and steroids. Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) is a type of vine that is commonly found in forests and bushes. Giloy has been used as a medicine since ancient times.

According to Ayurveda, the Giloy vine absorbs the qualities of the tree on which it climbs, hence the Giloy vine that climbs on the Neem tree is considered the best from a medicinal point of view. It is known as Neem Giloy.

Laboratory studies show that these compounds have antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antidiabetic properties, among other benefits.  This medicine is like nectar for patients suffering from diabetes and for increasing the general immunity for any persons.

Main medicinal properties of Giloy:

According to Ayurveda, the properties of Giloy, its root and stem are all very beneficial for health. Giloy is rich in antioxidants and also has anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties. Due to these properties, it gives relief from fever, jaundice, arthritis, diabetes, constipation, acidity, indigestion, urinary tract diseases etc. There are very few medicines that control Vata, Pitta and Kapha, but Giloy is one of the main medicines which is a panacea for all diseases. Giloy’s main effect is on toxins (toxic harmful substances) and plays an effective role in curing diseases related to harmful toxins.

Method of consuming Giloy.                        

In today’s time, most people know the benefits of Giloy (Giloy ke fayde) but they do not know how to consume Giloy. Generally you can consume Giloy in these three forms: Giloy extract, Giloy juice and Giloy powder. Nowadays Giloy extract and Giloy juice are easily available in the market.

Cut fresh Giloy into 4-5 pieces or grind it coarsely and use it, then mix it in 2 glasses of water and heat it. When one glass is left, cool it, filter it and drink it on an empty stomach. Doing this continuously for 2 weeks will give you a lot of benefits.

Many Benefits of Giloy:

1. Benefits for diabetes: According to experts, Giloy acts as a hypoglycemic agent and plays an effective role in controlling type-2 diabetes. Giloy juice reduces the increased blood sugar levels, increases insulin secretion and reduces insulin resistance. Thus it is a very useful medicine for diabetics. I myself take it daily and diabetes has completely gone away.

• Giloy benefits for dengue: Consumption of Giloy is also the most popular home remedy to prevent dengue. During dengue, the patient starts having high fever. The antipyretic properties present in Giloy cure fever quickly. And it also acts as an immunity booster, which gives quick relief from dengue and also helps in increasing the platelets of the patients quickly.
• Benefits of Giloy to increase immunity: Apart from curing diseases, Giloy is also involved in increasing the immunity of the body. Regular consumption of Giloy extract or Giloy juice increases the immunity power of the body very fast, which prevents many types of infectious diseases including cold and cough.

Many Vitamins are found in Giloy:

Giloy contains a variety of nutrients and vitamins that show its health benefits. Here is a list of the major vitamins and nutrients found in Giloy:

• Vitamin C
• Vitamin A
• Iron
• Calcium
• Phosphorus
• Zinc
• Potassium

When should Giloy not be consumed:

Giloy is a natural medicine and has many health benefits, but in some situations it should be consumed with caution or not at all. Let us know in which situations Giloy should not be consumed.

• Before any surgery
• During pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Allergies and sensitivities
• Hypertensive patients
• In autoimmune diseases
• Diabetic patients

Conclusion:

Giloy is a wonderful medicine which is extremely beneficial for our overall health. By consuming it regularly, we can avoid many diseases and live a healthy life. However, before consuming Giloy, consult an expert, especially if you are suffering from any serious illness or are taking any other medication.

Knowing these priceless benefits of Giloy, include it in your daily routine and enjoy a healthy life.