Parts Used
Fruit, Whole Plant, Pulp, Shoots, Leaves, Seeds
Bottle Gourd General
Bottle Gourd is popularly known as South Indian Squash. Bottle Gourd is used in many Indian dishes.
The main herbal usage of Bottle Gourd is for the treatment of Digestive Disorders. It is majorly consumed as juice or in the cooked form. It is a great food to consume during the summer season. Most of it is water and the remaining part is fiber, which is easily digested. It is healthy in all aspects.
Regular usage of Bottle Gourd reduces graying of Hair.
It is a Stress buster. Its high water content is helpful for cooling effect on the body thus it reduces Stress.
The juice of its fruit is a good herbal cure for Nervous Disorder like Epilepsy.
The water content of Bottle Gourd is a good herbal cure for Fatigue.
It is a good herbal remedy for Insomnia. Its oil is massaged over the Scalp for better results.
It treats the problems of Tooth Decay.
It has miraculous effects on the Skin. Consuming a glass of its juice daily, makes your Skin appear healthy and glowing.
It is advantageous for the Heart. It has zero percent cholesterol content. Hence, it keeps the Heart healthy.
It counters problem of High Blood Pressure.
It is a good herbal treatment for respiratory ailments like Asthma and Cough.
It is helpful in combating Lung Problem like Bronchitis.
It is a good herbal cure for Weight Loss.
It treats Stomach Problems like Stomach Ulcers, Indigestion, Flatulence, etc. It is alkaline in nature, which helps in fighting against Acidity. It is the best therapy for Constipation. It eases Digestion.
It is a good herb for the Liver. It is a good cure for Biliousness. Its fruit juice reduces Liver Inflammation.
It is best for Kidneys. It prevents Kidney Swelling.
It is a herbal boon for Diabetic Patients. Consumption of its juice is a good treatment for this condition. It reduces blood sugar level and counters the problem of Diabetes.
Bottle Gourd juice is effective for good Urination. It combats Urinary Disorders like Diuresis.
It is used to counter illness like Diarrhoea and Piles.
It is also used as an Antidote against Insect Bites and Snake Bites.
Caution : Though it is good for health, taste of its juice may be a problem. Its juice may sometimes result in Indigestion. Do not consume Bottle Gourd juice with any other juice. Consult a Doctor before consuming it.
Single HerbThe soothing and calming effect of Bottle Gourd ( Ghiya in India ) is useful in countering Hysteria. It calms the Mind and provides relief from stress and irritation in Hysteria.
Grind the pulp of a fresh Bottle Gourd to form a paste. Apply the paste on the Head. Let it dry. Wash with water. Repeat it 1 to 2 times a day for a week.
Grind 2 small pieces of Bottle Gourd ( Ghiya ). Apply it on the forehead.
Bottle Gourd ( Ghiya ) gives soothing effect to the sun burnt skin. It also provides relief from inflammation and heals the skin.
Wash and peel a fresh Bottle Gourd ( Ghiya ). Cut in to thin slices. Rub on the affected part for 15 minutes. Let it dry and wash. Do it twice or thrice a day.
Bottle Gourd ( Ghiya ) for Tuberculosis
Include Bottle Gourd in your daily diet.
Drink a glass of Bottle Gourd ( Ghiya ) juice daily to get a healthy and toned body.
Have a glass of fresh Bottle gourd juice daily.
OR : Add 1 beetroot and a half bottle gourd. Make a soup and have it every day.
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Mix 2 tablespoons each of Cucumber seeds, Water Melon Seeds, Liquorice, seeds of Grapes, Almond, Coriander seeds and Bottle Gourd seeds with One cup pulp of ripe Azadirachta Indica fruit. Add two cups each of Ghee and Sugar. Heat till the moisture is eliminated. Cool and store. Take One tablespoon twice a day. It is good for Sexual Debility.
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Take equal quantity of Bottle Gourd juice and Sesame Oil. Mix well. Apply it on hairs. Wash after 2 hours.
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Take equal quantity of Olive ( Jaitun ) oil and Bottle Gourd ( Lowki ) juice. Massage your scalp thrice a week. It helps to regain black hair.
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Here is a formula which helps to stop graying of hair. It is not miracle formula. It needs time and patience. It may be possible that one or two application do not give desirable results. Later on, you will see very noticeable changes in your hair.
Step 1 : Boil 4 to 5 big slices of Bottle Gourd ( Ghiya ) and one medium sized Beetroot ( Chukander ) in 1 to 2 cup of water.
Step 2 : Mash them well in water. Strain the water.
Step 3 : Put this water in an iron pot and add 3 to 4 tablespoons of Henna ( Mehandi ).
Step 4 : Roast 2 tablespoons of Indian Gooseberry ( Amla ) powder until you see the gust of smoke coming up.
Step 5 : Put the roasted powder in the mixture. Blend them well. Apply the mixture on the scalp and hair properly. Leave it for minimum 3 to 4 hours.
Step 6 : Wash with plain water. Do not shampoo your hair for 3 days.