ARJUN
Arjuna (Bark)
is Heart tonic, that helps maintain a healthy heart and reduces the effects of
stress and nervousness. Arjuna promotes effective cardiac functioning and
regulates blood pressure. Arjuna improves cardiac muscle function and pumping
actions of the heart. It may be useful in angina, coronary artery problem,
heart failure, edema, and possibly hyper cholesterolemia and gonorrhea.
Arjuna
(Terminalia Arjuna)
Family Name: Combretaceae
Botanical Name: Terminalia Arjuna
English Name: White Marudah
Hindi Name: Arjuna
Other Names: Terminalia Arjuna, Pentaptera Glabra, Pentaptera
Angustifolia, Arjuna Myrobalan, Arjun, Arjuna.
Ayurvedic
Properties
Rasa (Taste): Astringent, Bitter
Virya (Action): Cooling
Vipaka (Post Digestive Effect): Pungent
Guna (Quality): Light Dry
Dosha Effect: Tridoshaic
Indications
- High BP
- Cardiac weakness
- High cholesterol
- Obesity
- For dilatation of small vessels
- Osteoporosis
- Chronic bronchitis
- Poly urea
- Diabetes and albumin urea
In Ayurveda Hriday Rog (Heart
Problems) are categorized based on vitiated doshas (Three humors alleviator -
Vata (Air), Pitta (Fire) and Kapha (Water)), and other causes.
- Vata (Air) type Heart Problem: When the Pain is acute and shifting in nature.
- Pitta (Fire) type Heart Problem: When the burning sensation is also present with Pain.
- Kapha (Water) type Heart Problem: when there is heaviness in chest, nausea and mild Pain.
In Ayurveda Hardening of arteries is
the major underlying mechanism of heart problems.
Chemical Composition: Arjuna is rich in Saponins, Natural, Anti-oxidant, Gallic
acid, Ellagic acid, oligomeric Proanthocryanidins, Phytosterols, rich in
minerals like Calcium, Magnesium and Zinc and Copper.
Arjuna (Bark) is Heart tonic, that helps maintain a healthy heart and
reduces the effects of stress and nervousness. Arjuna promotes effective
cardiac functioning and regulates blood pressure. Arjuna improves cardiac muscle
function and pumping actions of the heart. It may be useful in angina, coronary
artery problem, heart failure, edema, and possibly hyper cholesterolemia and
gonorrhea.
Arjuna Powder: The bark of tree contains natural alkaloids which may be
useful for natural care of heart problems. Although there are many other herbal
remedies for heart but Arjuna is unique in its action. It not only is
beneficial for heart problems but also for the metabolic problems which lead to
heart weakness and failure.
Arjuna may be considered effective,
natural and purely herbal remedy for blocked coronary arteries, high
cholesterol. That is why it is known as an important cardio tonic herb in
Ayurveda.
Other
Properties
- Hypolipidemic Action: Reduce LDL cholesterol levels and helps in recovering HDL components in hyperlipidemia.
- It has salutary effects in case of liver cirrhosis.
- It may be used for red and swollen mouth, tongue and gums. It may stop bleeding and Pus formation in the gums.
- It may be effective in high blood pressure and heart problems, inflammatory conditions of body, dropsy and in fractures of bones.
- It reduces the level of triglycerides and cholesterol and has been reported to enhance the synthesis of LDL protein. It inhibits the oxidation of LDL and accelerates the turn over of LDL cholesterol in liver. This enhances the elimination of cholesterol from the body.
CAD: Coronary artery Problem is a condition where in the
coronary arteries, the small blood vessels that supply blood and oxygen to the
heart get narrowed due to build up of fatty materials and plaque inside
arteries. As the coronary arteries narrow, the flow of blood to the heart gets
restricted and finally stops.
In such condition, "Arjuna
Powder" acts as a cardiac stimulant and has cooling effect.
In Ayurvedic Indian system
"Arjuna Powder" is used in conditions of cardiac failure and dropsy.
It has stimulant effect on the heart
and is used as a heart tonic.
How
to use Arjuna Powder
- Heart Stimulant: Make a decoction of "Arjuna Powder" with milk. Dose of Arjuna 1-2 gram. Take every morning empty stomach.
- In Fractures: Arjuna Powder helps the bones to regain their strength after fracture. It can be given with honey.
- In Diarrhea and Dysentery: A decoction of the Powder taken in dose of 15-20 gram may relieve in Diarrhea and Dysentery.
- Ache: A mixture of "Arjuna Powder" and honey when applied over the affected area can soothe ache successfully.
- Arjuna Powder helps in controlling anemia, Piles and stomach related problems.
- Its Decoction is also useful in irregular mensural cycles.
- It is useful in removing stones from urinary bladder.
- To get relief from wounds the "Arjuna Powder" should be boiled or soaked in water and this water is used to wash the wounds.
- The Powder of Arjuna is very helpful in cleaning teeth. Rub the powder on teeth with the help of finger. It makes your mouth feel fresh and also stops bleeding from gums.
- Drink Decoction of Arjuna Powder daily. It breaks the stones into pieces and removes them completely.
- The Arjuna Powder inhibits the oxidation of LDL and accelerates the turn over of LDL cholesterol in the liver. This enhances elimination of cholesterol from the body.
Arjuna Tea: It is a purely herbal formulation for heart Problem. The
Regular use can get the benefits of it with in first week of its usage. It
helps to lower down the cholesterol levels naturally and also gives strength to
heart. It is a unique gift of nature for heart problems, high cholesterol and
blood pressure. You can add Cinnamomum Zeylanica. The spice known as ‘Dalchini’
which is a native to Indian subcontinent. It also has remarkable cholesterol
lowering properties.
Note: Color, Taste, Aroma of the
product may change from batch to batch.
**These statements have not been
evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to
diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any Disease.
Other Uncommon Names of This Herb: Arjuna, Arjun Sadada, Sadura, Sadhaval, Dhanvi, Indradruma,
Kakubha, Karvirak, Attumarutu, Erramaddi, Nirmaruta, Maddi, Kahu, White Murda,
Arjuna Myrobalan, White Murdh, Orjun, Yerra Maddi, Sadaru, Neermaruthu.
