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Milk Thirtsle Milk thistle   is a medicinal plant it has been used  for more than 2,000 years.  for treating jaundice ,liver and spleen diseases  .The seeds of the dried flowers are used as a medicine .The binomial name of this plant is  silybum   marianum  belongs to the family of  asteraceae.Milk thirtle  is an anual or biennial herb ,has red and purple flowers and shiny pale green leaves with white veins .Originally a native of southern Europe through to Asia .now it is found in throughout the world . It has other common names include cardus marianus, milk thistle, blessed milk thistle, Marian thistle, Mary thistle, Saint Mary’s thistle, Mediterranean milk thistle, variegated thistle and Scotch thistle. T he plant’s young (non-spiny) leaves and stems were once consumed as food in Europe. These seeds contain a  bioflavonoid  complex known as  silymarin . Three compounds make up the  silymarin comple...

The world diabetes day   is celebrated  every year November 14 th since 1991 by  the International Diabetes Federation and recognized by the World Health Organization and the United Nations. The day aims to raise diabetes awareness globally. The theme of the  world diabetes day 2016 is “Eyes on diabetes” and focuses around screening, diagnosis, and treatment to reduce the complications of type 2 diabetes .90 %of the people are having type 2 diabetes in the world population . Nearly  415 million adults worldwide  living with diabetes .More than 93 million adults are  currently living with diabetes have diabetic retinopathy.Early detection and timely treatment of diabetic  retinopathy can prevent vision loss and reduce the impact of diabetes on  individuals,  Prevention is better than cure so you  should take proper measures of  prevention . READ MORE ON THIS HERE: http://www.drsrevathi.com/2016/11...

Garcinia  indica is a    popular ,delicious ,cool and  summer fruit in India .  The  genus garcinia   belongs to the  family of Clusiaceae , includes about 200 species found mostly in Asia ,Africa ,western ghats region of India and Andaman Nicobar islands .It is commonly known as  kokum fruit. Garcina indica Garcinia indica  is easily grown  in forest lands, riversides and wastelands. These plants prefer evergreen forest but sometimes they also thrive in areas with relatively low rainfall.It is also cultivated on a small scale. It does not require irrigation, spraying of pesticides or fertilizers.The tree is ornamental, with a dense canopy of green leaves and red-tinged, tender, young leaves. .The other name of the garcinia indica is In English Kokum butter fruit , Wild mangosteem,  Red mango, Mate mongosteen, Kokam batten fruit, Mangosteen fruit. In Bengali - Mahad...

What is lumbago or low back pain? Lumbago or Low back pain is a common problem that almost everyone faces in their life time .Even though back pain can affect the people of any age ,it is more common among the age of 30 to 60 years . it is associated with bones ,muscles and ligaments in back. Pain in the back, any where below the ribs and up to the hips is called lower back pain .this is due to the lumbar disc herination or lumbar degenerative disease . symptoms of lumbago or low back pain Pain and stiffness in the lower back which is usually aggravates on bending ,lifting weight , exertion , in morning and cloudy whether .  Pain may be linked to the bony lumbar spine, Pinched nerve pain in back discs between the vertebrae, ligaments around the spine and discs, spinal cord and nerves, lower back muscles, abdomen and internal pelvic organs, and the skin around the lumbar area. Causes sedentary life style, imbalanced diet overweight vitamin D deficiency ...

mahasirs mudra Mudras are hand gestures,easy to perform at anytime for healing ailments,mudras will contribute to your over all health and can be used for a preventive measures.Every one can do this mudras with no cost ,no side effects . According to panja pootha thathuva our body has 5 elements  our hand fingers represents thumb      –  fire , Index finger  –  air , Middle finger   – space Ring  finger   – earth Little  finger   – water mudras start electro magnetic currents with the body which balances various constituting elements and retire health,for healing certain aliments regular practises of mudras will contribute to your over all good health and can be used for a preventive measures in order to bring back the balance in the five elements there are some specific methods of touching and alining the fingers each other . mudras will provide instant relief with lots of different ailments .mudras will...

Pavalamalli Pavalamalli  is a popular medicinal plant having lots of medicinal properties used for treating various diseases in Indian system of  alternative medicines like Siddha, Ayurveda, Naturopathy and Home remedies. This herb belongs to the family of  oleaceae   and native to India, now it is widely distributed in tropical and sub tropical regions of the Asian continent. It is grown as an ornamental plant in the house gardens of Tamil Nadu, India. This herb is commonly known as night flowering jasmine , coral jasmine  in English , Parijata in Sanskrit and  Kannada, Harsingar in Hindi and Bengali, Parijatakam in Malayalam, Parijathak in Marathi, Pavalamalli or Parijatham in Tamil. Pavalamalli is a shrub or a small tree which grows up to 10 meters in height with flaky grey bark. The leaves are opposite, simple which are 6 to 21 cm long and 2 to 6.5 cm broad with entire margin. The flowers are fragrant with five to eight lobed white...

Warts and Corns  Warts   are small rough out growth that resembles cauliflower .It is a solid blister caused by the   Human Papilloma Virus ( HPV)  on  different areas of the body  .Warts are most common,harmless,communicable, non cancerous skin out growth, as they are contagious and usually enter the body in the area of broken skin. Corns are  thick ,hard patches of skin that develop when the skin is exposed to excessive pressure of friction . Corns mostly develop in the feet especially on the tops and sides of the toes ,soles of your feet even between toes . Remedies READ MORE ON THIS HERE: http://www.drsrevathi.com/2016/08/natural-and-home-remedy-for-warts-and-corns.html

What is acupressure? Acupressure is an ancient Chinese healing method developed in Asia over 5,000 years ago . Acupressure involves applying pressure with your hand  to certain meridian points which stimulates  the body,s natural curative abilities , effective in the relief of stress-related ailments, and is ideal for  preventive health care for boosting our body immune system , releases tension, increases the blood circulation, reduces pain, develop spirituality  and vibrant health. According to Chinese method of acupressure our human body has fourteen “meridians” that carry energy throughout the body. These meridians start at the fingertips, connect to the brain, and then connect to the organ associated with the specific meridians . The meridians are READ MORE ON THIS HERE: http://www.drsrevathi.com/2016/08/acupressure-meridians.html

Thiru neetru pachai plant is an important  medicinal herb , having lot of medicinal properties and used in  traditional methods of Indian system of medicines  like siddha ,ayurveda ,naturopathy ,folk medicins and home remedies for treating various diseases. Botanical name of this plant is Ocimum basilicum Linn .It is belongs to the family of Lamiaceae . READ MORE ON THIS HERE: http://www.drsrevathi.com/2016/08/health-benefits-of-ocimum-basilicum-linn-thiruneetru-pachai.html

What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by a decreased in bone density  rapidly, bones become fragile and brittle. Osteoporosis affects millions of people around the world. It is most common disease in women than men. What are the causes of Osteoporosis? There are several causes for osteoporosis. They are calcium deficiency vitamin D deficiency deficiency of phosphorus, vitamin K, vitamin B12 lower levels of estrogen among women of age above 40 during menopause period ,and post menopausal period . lower levels of testosterone malnutrition malabsorption of nutrients a sedentary life style family history very small body frame chronic diseases endocrine glands disorders steroids medicines alcohol intake smoking, etc., Signs and Symptoms It is a silent disease which will not show any signs and symptoms in initial stage until the disease has progressed considerably to cause bone fractures. Fractures includ...

What  are Goitrogens ? Goitrogens prevents iodine utilization by thyroid gland in the human body. What are Goitrogenic compounds ? The chemical compounds which are having goitrogenic effects are called goitrogenic compounds.There are Thio-oxazation, Thio-oxazolidone,Thiocyanates ,Isothiocyanates and Polyphenolic Glycosides. What are goitrogenic foods ? READ MORE ON THIS HERE: http://www.drsrevathi.com/2016/06/goitrogenic-foods.html

Anemia is a medical condition in which the red blood cells or hemoglobin is less than normal level .For men hemoglobin levels of the blood is less than 13.5 grams / 100 ml and women  hemoglobin levels are less than 12 grams / 100 ml are considered as a anemic patients .Anemia affects millions of people world wide.Anemia is one of the most prevalent public health problems in most of the developing countries .Anemia is caused by  iron deficiency ,B12 deficiency and folic acid deficiency.Iron deficiency anemia is a common nutritional deficiency in  world wide. It is  prevalent among women ,( pregnant and lactating women ),school children ,adolescents and aged people .B12 deficiency and folic acid deficiency caused megaloblastic anemia .Hooke warm infection also cause anemia . Symptoms of anemia :  1. Tiredness 2. Pale skin 3. Dizziness 4. Depression 5.Head ache 6. Cold hands and feet 7.Short breath 8. Chest pain 9.Weakness 10. rapid heart beat  11. Cons...

1.    Botanical name of this medicinal plant is Tridox procumbens    belongs to the  family of Asteraceae.It is called thatha poo in Tamil Nadu .It  is a powerful healer of wounds . TRIDOX PROCUMBENS  2. (Bitter apple )Botanical name of this plant is citrullus colocynthis belongs to the family of cucurbitaceae. It a climber plant found in Tamil Nadu .Fruit juice  and whole plant powder is used to cure boils acne ,piles ,constipation ,rheumatism ,inflammation of joints ,cough ,intestinal worms etc                               Bitter apple Dear viewers and friends Please comment about your views about this post .

Basil Seeds Basil Plant The delicious and highly nutritious basil seeds or sabja seeds  are have many medicinal properties. Basil seeds come from basil plant. The scientific name of this seeds is ocimum basilicum, belongs to the basil family, native to India and south Asian countries. Basil seeds are low in calories, rich in fibers, excellent source of iron, protein, calcium, potassium, magnesium, folic acid, vitamin C, vitamin B complex, vitamin E, and vitamin  K, poly phenolic flavonoids like orientin and vicenin, beta carotene, omega 3 fatty acids like alpha lenolenic acid and other phytochemicals. It has an anti bacterial, anti fungal, anti viral and anti inflammatory properties. It can be simply mixed with salads, juices, yoghurts, soups, breads, sweets, almond milk, milk shakes etc. These seeds are available in herbal stores. Eating of sabja seeds Reduces the  body weight because it is full of dietary fiber. Reduces the body heat d...

Pathaneer or Neera Pathaneer or neera is a sweet, cool, delicious, highly nutritious and unfermented fresh beverage from palmyra palm tree. It is an excellent beverage for beating the summer heat. It is a popular summer drink in some parts of our country. Only available at summer season. It is a popular drink in some parts of our country.      Obtaining the sap traditionally involves tapping the top shoots and collecting the dripping juice in hanging earthen pots overnight from palm trees. U sually collection of pots are coated with calcium carbonate to reduce the risk of fermentation. This beverage is called in other languages like pathaneer in Tamil, neera in marathi, thatti kallu in telugu.  Pathaneer is rich in more nutrients like electrolytes, calcium, vitamin B  complex, vitamin C, Phosphate, low calories, low fat, etc.  It is a good Tonic, diuretic, cooling stimulant, laxative, anti-inflammatory. Intake of  this pathaneer is help to...

Location of the GB 1 acupressure point    Gallbladder 1 in gallbladder meridian  is located in the face, lateral bone depression of the eyes  (shown in the figure). The Chinese  name of this point is Tongziliao that means the pupil bone hole. It is very important point  to activate body's self healing power for eye related problems, to prevent eye diseases and improves the vision. Applying pressure  in this point with your finger for 1 to 2 minutes daily will help to Relive from pain in eyes itching,  irritation,  redness   swelling of eyes.  Night blindness,  sensitivity to bright light and sunlight.  Myopia,  sinuses and migraine headache,  blurred vision,  glaucoma,  lacrimation and  optic nerve problem. 

CV 17  ( Conception vessel 17 ) is located on the center of the breast bone  ( center of the chest ) three thumb widths up from the base of the breast bone .CV 17 is the alarm or  Front Mu point of the pericardium .Meeting point of the conception vessel with the spleen ,kidney ,small intestine and heart meridians  .Press this point with your thumb for 1 to 2 minutes daily   Will helps to  -  Relieves  from anxiety ,depression ,fatigue ,fear ,suicidal thoughts ,nervousness , stress ,sad and other emotional imbalances.  - Boosts immunity . - Regulates the thymus gland . - Regulates the hormonal imbalances . - Removes pain in chest  because of coronary heart diseases palpitation  , subdues fullness of chest , etc  - Improves blood circulations.  - Good for pain in the breasts ,mastitis ,lactation . - Great for intercostal neuralgia and dyspnoea . - Clears lungs ,cough ,cold and asthma . - Regulates and suppresse...

PUMPKIN JUICE  Method of preparation  - Wash the pumpkin properly . - Peel off the hard skin of the pumpkin  - And remove the seeds from it . - Cut it into small pieces.  -  Place the pumpkin pieces in the juicer and  - Extract the juice  - Add desire quantity of honey . - Add pinch of nutmeg powder and mix it well . - keep it in the refrigerator for some time and the have this juice  . -  It  is Very tasty and highly nutritious juice . Nutrient contents   It contains vitamins like A,B 1 ,B 2 ,,B 6 ,C ,E and  K .  protein ,carbohydrates , fiber ,potassium ,calcium ,phosphorous ,magnesium ,iron ,copper  some vital salts etc. Benefits  It helps to     - gives  excellent cooling  effect to the body      -  lowers the body temperature      - Cues stomach ulcers and acidity     -  Aids dig...

PERGULARIA DAEMIA     Pergularia daemia is a perennial twinning herb grows widely  hedges and along the roadsides of India and also tropical and sub tropical regions .It is commonly known as Trellis -vine .It  is one the well known medicinal plant in India especially in Tamil Nadu .  In other languages it called uthamani  , velip paruththi in Tamil ,utran in Hindi ,trellis in English and uttravarunl in Sanskirt .It is belongs to the family of apocynaceae . Foul smelling when bruised .stems bear milky juice and covered with longer stiff erect hairs .Leaves are thin broadly ovate and heart shaped ,covered with soft hairs .greenish yellow or dull white ,sweet scented flowers born in axillary ,double white corona at the base of a stamina column . Fruits are paired with follicles covered with soft spinous outgrowth and release many seeds with long white hairs when they split open.    Seeds are densely velvety on both sides .The whole pl...

TEPHROSIA PURPUREA Tephrosia purpurea is a species of flowering plant in the family of fabaceae .This plant has pinnate leaves ,white and purplish flowers and flat hairy pods . It is a common waste land weed  ,even grown in sides of the roads in many parts of India and Srilanka . It is under cultivation as green  manure crops in  poor soils .Tephrosia purpurea is commonly known as wild indigo ,kolunchi in Tamil ,Sarapunkha in Sanskrit ,Vempali  in Telugu .This plant has full of medicinal properties . This plant was used as a traditional medicine for curing  many diseases like leprosy ,ulcers ,asthma ,tumors ,liver ,spleen ,heart  and blood related diseases  .  -  Ayurvedic research studies shows that this plant has antihelmintic ,alexiteric ,alterative and anti pyretic properties . -  The leaves and seeds of this plant contain  "tephrosin" which paralyzes the fish .That is why it is used as a fish poison .  - A decoct...

TURNIP GREENS Turnip greens are  dark green leafy tops of turnip plant .This edible  ,tasty , nutritious and  ancient vegetable  is thought to have been cultivated almost 4000 years ago .The African slaves adopted turnip greens was a substitutes and incorporated them into their food ways .Turnips were introduced into North America by the early European settlers and colonists .  Fresh  turnip greens are readily available all around the year .Generally the top greens are tied in bunches and sold with them small tap roots .Turnip greens are part of the cruciferous vegetables family which also includes kale ,broccoli ,cabbage and collard greens. Turnip greens packed with lots of nutrients which are necessary for our body .Turnip greens are excellent source of vitamin K ,vitamin A( in the form of beta carotene ,vitamin C ,folate ,copper ,manganese ,dietary fiber ,calcium ,vitamin E and vitamin B 6.   They are good source of potassium ,magn...

  Add caption The gall bladder is a hollow and  small sac that sits on the right side of the body just under  the liver .  Main purpose of the gall bladder is to store bile also called gall needed for the digestion of food .The gall bladder is part of the biliary system and serves as a reservoir for bile which produces by the liver .  The liver produces bile and then it flows through the hepatic ducts into the gall bladder .It is concentrated by the removal of some water and electrolytes . Before a meal the gallbladder may be full of bile and about the size of a small pear  after meals it will be empty and flat like a deflated balloon . In adult gallbladder measures approximately 8 cm in length and 4 cm in diameter when fully distended . Bile juice is a greenish brown  liquid .Bile juice mainly contains cholesterol ,water ,bile salts and a pigment called bilirubin .  Gall stones are harden substances  that develop in the gallbladder ...

Ingredients  HONEY ALOEVERA   Aloe vera - 400 grams  Honey - 500 grams Whisky or Brandy - 50 ml   Method    - Take  nearly 400 grams of  fresh  aloe vera .  -  Remove the thorns presents over there  .    - Cut them into very tiny pieces .    - Take  a clean and dry bowel add aloe vera pieces , brandy or            whisky and honey to it    - And mix it well .    - Keep the mixture in a clean and airtight bottle .    - Store this mixture  in the refrigerator .     - Have  this mixture 3 teaspoon full , 3 times daily ,  30 minutes        before food .    - It can be stored for only 10 days .   - It prevents and cures stomach cancer  ,colon cancer ,lung cancer ,breast cancer ,ovarian cancer ,liver cancer ,leukemia  , malignant tumors etc .  ...