Giloy

What is Giloy?

The botanical name for giloy is Tinospora cordifolia, or Guduchi and Amrita in Hindi. Because of its high nutritional value and alkaloids, the stem of the Giloy is thought to be particularly effective, though the root and leaves can also be used. A Charak Samhita shloka describes giloy as one of the primary bitter-tasting herbs. It helps treat a variety of illnesses as well as the vata and kapha doshas. Due to its reddish fruit and heart-shaped leaves, giloy is also known as Heart-leaved Moonseed.

Medicinal Properties of Giloy:

Because of its high nutritional value and the alkaloids, glycosides, steroids, and other substances it contains, the stem of the Giloy is thought to be particularly effective; however, the root and leaves can also be used. These ingredients in Giloy are effective against a wide range of illnesses, including diabetes, cancer, neurological issues, fever, etc.

How to consume Giloy?

Giloy can be consumed in a variety of ways according to Ayurveda, including as a powder, kadha (decoction), or even juice. These days, it can also be purchased as powder or capsules. Giloy can also be used topically as a paste for skin issues. Giloy should be taken twice daily, one teaspoon at a time. Depending on the nature of the health issue, the dose might change.

How to prepare Giloy juice?

You’ll need some clean, chopped plant branches to make Giloy juice. These chopped branches are blended with one cup of water to create a fine, liquid green paste. To create a Giloy juice, sieve this green paste right now.

Benefits of Giloy:

Dengue fever: It is useful in managing dengue fever.
Fever: helpful in strengthening the body’s defences against infections and the immune system. It speeds up recovery by increasing the activity of macrophages, which are cells in the body that fight both microorganisms and foreign objects.
Hay fever: Hay fever, or allergic rhinitis, is treated with giloy to lessen the symptoms. It lessens symptoms like nasal congestion, discharge, sneezing, and itching. To combat infection, it also raises the number of leukocytes or white blood cells.
Diabetes: Giloy may help manage diabetes by lowering blood sugar levels. Due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, it also aids in managing diabetes-related complications like ulcers, wounds, and kidney damage.
Liver Diseases: Using Guduchi Satwa, an Ayurvedic remedy made from Giloy, one can treat liver damage brought on by excessive alcohol consumption. It works by reducing the liver’s overall cholesterol level. Additionally, it raises levels of antioxidant enzymes (decreases free radical damage) and oxidative stress markers, improving liver function in general.
Cancer: Due to its anti-proliferative qualities, giloy may be helpful in the treatment of breast cancer.
Due to their anti-cancer properties, the rutin and quercetin found in Giloy inhibit breast cancer cell’s ability to proliferate and grow. Additionally, it affects how apoptotic genes are expressed and causes breast cancer cells to undergo apoptosis (cell death).
High Cholesterol: By enhancing metabolism and removing toxins from the body that cause high cholesterol, giloy aids in the control of high cholesterol levels in the body. Its Deepan (appetiser), Pachan (digestive), and Rasayana (rejuvenating) qualities are to blame for this.
Diarrhoea: Due to its Pachan (digestive) properties, Giloy aids in the reduction of digestion-related issues like indigestion, hyperacidity, and flatulence.
Rheumatoid arthritis: Giloy may be helpful in the treatment of arthritis-related pain and inflammation.
By preventing the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines, Giloy reduces inflammation associated with arthritis (molecules that promote inflammation). The immune system of the body attacks the body in auto-immune diseases, and Giloy is known to strengthen the immune system. Giloy may cause the immune system to become overstimulated when used to treat autoimmune diseases.

Side effects of Giloy:

There are no side effects from using giloy herb. Giloy may, however, cause low blood sugar levels if it is taken along with other diabetic medications. Giloy may make the immune system more active, which could make the signs and symptoms of autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis worse. Lactating mothers are unaware of its effects. Giloy should therefore be avoided while breastfeeding to be on the safe side.