Ashwagandha Extract, 2 oz.

Ashwagandha holds a premier place in the Ayurvedic pharmacopeia. It is both a rasayana herb, meaning one that aids the quality of life and longevity, as well as an adaptogen, an herb that improves our ability to cope with stress. This herb has a multitude of uses but to understand how research of prized Indian herbs is conducted, it is useful to consider how well an herb protects the patient from damaging changes when exposed to chemical, metallic, or radioactive hazards and how successfully the herb protects against free radicals. Ashwagandha is very high on the list of such valuable herbs, but it is most often used to improve male potency and endurance.

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Ashwagandha, 90 tablets

Ashwagandha is an adaptogen, an herb that supports the ability to cope with stress. It is one of the main herbs used in Ayurvedic rejuvenative formulas and is somewhat more specific to the male reproductive system than the female, but it is used by both sexes to increase stamina. It promotes proper nourishment of tissue, especially muscles and bone, and is calming for vata.

Special notes: This formula is used to balance pitta and kapha. It can be used in conjunction with Triphala when there are skin irritations due to excess pitta.

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Ashwagandha, organic, half pound

Ashwagandha holds the top position among Indian rasayana herbs. It is adaptogenic, stamina building, and tonifying to the male reproductive system. The most celebrated function of ashwagandha is that it protects tissues from the usual repercussions of stress. So, it is more than an adrenal tonic, it actually shields the body from stress-induced injury. It has been demonstrated to be antitumoral, anti-arthritic, and due to the action of steroidal-like plant compounds, it is anti-inflammatory. It is not in the historic Chyawanprash formula but is substituted for two ashtavarga herbs that are scarce.

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Guduchi Extract, 2 oz.

Guduchi is one of the most famous detoxifying herbs in the Ayurvedic pharmacopeia. It crosses the blood-brain barrier and improves cognitive functioning and recall but its main claim to fame is its power to reduce toxins and even to protect the body from the harmful effects of toxins. It enjoys the status of a rasayana or rejuvenative herb and was traditionally used for three years in order to promote longevity and imperviousness to toxins.

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Guduchi Stem Powder, organic, half pound

Guduchi is an ingredient in Chyawanprash and is an adaptogen. It contains berberine and is a febrifuge that is considered to be as strong as cinchona. It is so revered that it is called Divine Nectar, Amrita. It's nutritive for vata and pitta types. It is believed to remove toxins through heating, a property not assigned to many herbs. It has analgesic qualities and is used for rheumatic pains, jaundice, and serious infections, including hepatitis B and tuberculosis. It works extremely well in conjunction with turmeric to prevent liver damage from toxins.

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Mold Chikitsa, 4 oz.

Many molds produce mycotoxins, the most serious of which is usually taken to be ochratoxin A. This is produced by some types of aspergillus and penicillium and can be found in food as well as in individuals infected with viable mold. Even long after the mold has been eliminated, these carcinogenic toxins may remain in the body: in the blood, liver, kidneys, stomach, lymph nodes, etc. In an Indian study, the four herbs in this formula were taken for 17 weeks with significant benefit. It is recommended that this product be used in conjunction with mycotoxin binding clays such as Montmorillonite and bentonite.

Alcohol: 44-47%

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Shatavari Extract, 2 oz.

Shatavari is a galactagogue and rasayana herb, used mainly but not exclusively by women. It is a hormonal regulator and useful at changes of life. It increases the libibo of both men and women. Like ashwagandha, it is also an adaptogen. Laboratory studies suggest that shatavari protects the brain and nervous system from excitotoxins damage.

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Shatavari Powder, organic, half pound

Shatavari is not only one of the primary rasayana herbs in Ayurvedic medicine but the main herb used to promote health in women. It is cooling, demulcent, and nourishing to the membranes. It is hence an excellent tonic herb for the lungs, stomach, intestines, and reproductive system. It is highly recommended for use during changes as its calms vata.

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Shatavari, 90 tablets

Just as the name suggests, this herb belongs to the asparagus family, but it is the root that is used in Ayurvedic medicine. Shatavari is considered to be one of the true rasayana or longevity plants and while it is the herb of choice for women, especially during the change of life such as puberty and menopause, but also during pregnancy and while nursing. It helps women to overcome dryness and through this mechanism increases tissue elasticity and lubrication, thereby enhancing pleasure and protecting tissue from trauma. It can also be used by men. It supports immunity, intellect, and stamina.

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Tikta Ghrita (Bitter Ghee), 5 oz.

This "Bitter Ghee" is excellent for cleansing the liver and other vital organs. It is made in small batches in a traditional way and offers an important addition to the line of medicated ghees offered on this site. The color is quite green due to the herbs used in the preparation. This ghee is particularly good for pitta and kapha types.

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Tulsi Ear Oil, 1 oz.

Use: One drop on cotton wool or gauze. Place in one ear before bedtime. Do the same in other ear the following night.

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