Strengthen your immune system naturally with Giloy - NL-068
Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) is a highly valued herb in the Ayurvedic system of medicine and well-known for its ability to boost the body’s immunity against infections, allergies and chronic fever. Giloy is an adaptogenic herb that rejuvenates the body, helps the body adapt to stress, boosts longevity, improves digestion and helps the body detox by flushing out toxins. In India, it is commonly known as "guduchi", which means a herb that protects the body from diseases. Giloy is also known as "Amrita" which can be translated as “nectar of life".
While all the parts of this plant offer amazing health befits, the stem in particular is extremely beneficial in improving immunity and managing chronic fever. The stem is rich in nutrition and is a source of many important bioactive compounds with anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and immunity-boosting properties. Some of these compounds include terpenoids, alkaloids and lignans.
Giloy boosts immunity
Giloy is rich in antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds that protect tissues from oxidative damage and inflammation. Research shows that giloy boosts immunity and works as a natural anti-pyretic (that reduces fever) and anti-allergic. It improves the body's immunity against many microbial infections and provides relief in cold, cough and asthma. Giloy also provides significant relief in symptoms associated with hay fever (allergic rhinitis) [1-2] It reduces allergic rhinitis symptoms of sneezing, watery eyes, nasal discharge, nasal obstruction, congestion and itching.
In Ayurveda, giloy is a go-to remedy for managing chronic fevers and associated complications. For example, it is very effective in reducing fever and improving platelet count in cases of dengue fever, a viral infection spread through mosquito-bite. Giloy, with its anti-pyretic and anti-inflammatory features, can be effectively used to recover faster from dengue and other fevers. It prevents the onset of recurring fever. Giloy also helps fight urinary infections as it boosts immunity, works as a diuretic agent and helps the body remove toxins. In fact, giloy is known to support the body’s natural detoxification process.
Other health benefits of giloy
- Aids in digestion
- Anti-ageing
- Boosts liver health
- Helps manage stress and anxiety
- Reduces blood sugar levels
- Helps in gouty arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
- Improves vision
- Supports bone health
- Useful in urinary tract infections
- Promotes healthy skin
References:
- Geeta S et al. A Clinical Analysis of Evaluating the Usefulness and Efficacy of the Ayurvedic Drug Tinospora cordifolia in Humans. Advanced Science Letters, Volume 23. 2017
- Khursheed Ahmad Ansari. Randomized clinical study to assess the efficacy of Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) in allergic rhinitis. International Journal of Herbal Medicine 2015