Everybody is aware of Ayurveda but not as actually it is. Ayurveda is seen as a symbol of religious or spiritual motive. But it’s a lot more than that. The ancient as well as modern studies depict that Ayurveda is not way behind the allopathic or homeopathic medicines. The power of Ayurveda is just unmatchable. Saints and gurus have always used Ayurvedic herbs and that was the reason they stayed fit and fine forever. Ayurvedic herbs have a shattering amount of benefits over human beings. Doctors also recommend trying Ayurveda if all the other systems of medicines are not working effectively on a particular disease. Herbs such as Aloe vera, Ashwagandha, Neem,etc are well known to everyone and are widely used also. All the herbs have their special benefits and advantages on your body. Some also have side effects but 90% of them are totally risk free. In this feature, we are going to talk about the facts and benefits of an underrated Ayurvedic herb i,e. Isabgol. Isabgol is one such rare Ayurvedic herb that is mostly found and used in Powder form which is particularly called Isabgol bhusi.
What is Isabgol??
The scientific name of Isabgol is Psyllium. It comes from the Plantago genus in Flora kingdom. Isabgol is obtained from the flowers of its plant while in the process of harvesting. The plant grows upto 10 metres and is greenish brown in colour. The isabgol bhusi comes out to be whitish brown in colour. There are many health benefits of Isabgol bhusi on human body too.
Benefits of Isabgol:-
• Constipation – The most famous property of Isabgol is it’s high power effect on Constipation. It is probably the best medicine to be used for getting instant relief from Constipation.
• Diarrhea – Isabgol is best for healing Diarrhea problems. If you are suffering from Diarrhea and looking for a good medicine then Isabgol is the best.
• Gastritis – It was observed that the patients of gastritis were also effected positively by consuming Isabgol bhusi.
• Acne and pimples – All type of acnes or pimples can be healed by taking Isabgol bhusi.
• Skin diseases – Skin diseases of your body can all be healed by taking Isabgol on a continuous basis.
• Metabolism – The process of metabolism is also smoothened by consuming Isabgol regularly.
• Hairfall – Isabgol contains chemicals that have the power to reduce your hair fall at an early age as well as at old age.
• Kidney stone – Many people suffer from kidney stones due to various reasons. They can try Isabgol bhusi; it will definitely help them out.
• Rejuvenation – It also offers a long youthful life to you. Isabgol rejuvenate your body and decrease the aging process of your body.
• Memory enhancer – If you take Isabgol property then you will also witness a memory boosts up of your mind. It enhances your memory.
• Bone diseases – Isabgol are also most effective in curing any type of bone diseases in your body.
• Immunity booster – Almost all the Ayurvedic herbs are best source of boosting your immune system.
• Adrenal gland – Isabgol promote and smoothes the function of Adrenaline gland. Proper functioning of it also provides a better balance of whole body.
• Migraine – Consuming Isabgol regularly helps in curing migraine diseases. It provides a cool and calm mind all the time.
How to use:-
• Isabgol bhusi can be used by directly consuming it with warm water.
• The powder of Isabgol can be directly obtained from the field or can be purchased from the market. Many different brands are available in market for you to choose from.
• You just have to take 1 tablespoon of Isabgol bhusi and mix it in water.
• You can take it with onion juice and honey also.
• Adding a small amount of salt or sugar can be good.
• You can prepare a thick paste of Isabgol bhusi and honey for applying on affected areas on skin.
• Isabgol bhusi can also be taken with turmeric and can be added in food items too.
Side effects and precautions:-
Any Ayurvedic herb doesn’t have any major side effects till date. Still, some rare side effects of Isabgol bhusi were found in some patients. Here, we are discussing some possible side effects of Isabgol bhusi.
• Excess dose of Isabgol bhusi can lead to appetite loss.
• Regular consumption of Isabgol bhusi for more than 2 months can lead to abdominal cramps.
• Pregnant women should not take Isabgol without doctors prescription as it can rise problems during delivery.
• Children below the age of 15 are also not recommended to take Isabgol.
• Isabgol led to increase in blood pressure level in some cases.
• It is advised to take Isabgol only if you have any severe disease.
Additional facts:-
Psyllium is mainly produced by its mucilage content. The term mucilage refers to a group of clear, colorless, gelling substances found in plants. The mucilage found in psyllium comes from the seed coat. Mucilage is obtained by mechanical milling (i.e. milling) of the outer layer of the seed. Mucilage yields up to 25% (by weight) of the total yield. Plantago-seed mucilage is often called a husk, or psyllium husk. Grinded seed mucilage is a white substance with hydrophilic fibers, which means that its cellular structure makes it attractive and binding to water. When absorbing water, the clear, colorless gel, with mucus increases in volume ten times or more.
Psyllium fiber dietary supplements are used in veterinary medicine to treat sand impaction in horses to aid in elimination of sand from the horse’s colon.
Above article was all about Isabgol bhusi and it’s amazing health benefits. All the information provided in this article is based on thorough research and does not include any miss leading text. If you have any queries regarding any Ayurvedic herb then feel free to contact us through comment section.
