Herbal Drugs vol 7

Nagkesar

Parts used for Stamens, seed oil. It is used for: Menorrhagia (excessive uterine bleeding) Hemorrhoids (bleedings piles) Skin infections. Rheumatic pain (local application

Neem

Blood purifier, beauty enhancer

Pimples: Mix neem powder, red sandalwood powder and curd in equal proportions. Apply the paste on the affected area

Dandruff: Heat coconut oil with 100 gms.of neem powder and apply to your hair once a week.

Nimba

Parts used for: Bark , occasionally root bark, leaves, flowers, fruits, seeds, kernel, oil from seeds, exudates or gum and sap. It is used for: Fungal, bacterial and other skin infections, eczema. Diabetes mellitus- as an ancillary agent. Dental Hygiene.

Nirgundi

• Essential for acne, boils, eczema and hair loss.
• Popular deodorant

Acne,Boils, Eczema:Apply the ground and boiled leaves on the affected zone.

Feeling & looking fresh: Mix boiled leaves with your bath water and use it. You will be gifted with a glowing skin

Nisoth

Parts used for:
Root, stem bark
It is used for: Constipation Flatulence / colic Fever Obesity

Palash

• Parts used for: Gum, seeds, flowers, bark, leaves.
  It is used for: Intestinal parasites. Geriatric tonic

Patola

• Parts used for: Fruit, root.

It is used for: Constipation.Fever
Skin infections / Wounds Alopecia areata.

Pudina

• Parts used for: leaves, flowering tops, stems,
  extract.
  It is used for: Indigestion ,flatulence,Sore throat
  /cough ,Headache. Fever General weakness.

Paan

Weakness of Nerves:
Betel leaves are beneficial in the treatment of nervous pains,nervous exhaustion and debility.The juice of a few betel leaves, with a teaspoon of honey, will serve a good tonic which can be taken twice a day.

Respiratory Disorders:
Betel leaves are useful in pulmonary affection in childhood and old age.The leaves, soaked in mustard oil and warmed, may be applied to the chest to relieve cough and difficulty in breathing.

Constipation:
In the case of constipation in children, a suppository made of the stalk of betel leaf dipped in castor oil can be introduced in the rectum.This instantly relieves constipation.

Sore Throat:
Application of the leaves is effective in treating sore throat. The crushed fruit or berry should be mixed with honey and taken to relieve irritating cough.

Headaches:
The betel leaf has analgesic and cooling properties. It can be applied with beneficial results over the painful area to relieve intense headache.