Giloy Herb Uses, Benefits, Cures, Side Effects, Nutrients

Excess use may cause irritation.
Do not consume during pregnancy.

Tinospora Cordifolia is a shrub.
It is deciduous.
It grows in a tropical and sub-tropical climate.
It grows up to 10 M.
Best used for Gout, Leprosy, Diabetes.

In TCM:
Tinospora Cordifolia : Kaun Jin Teng.
Meridians Associated : Liver.
Cancer Treatment : Useful in treating Liver Cancer.

Tinospora Cordifolia is commonly known as Giloy. Giloy belongs to Menispermaceae family. In Ayurveda, Tinospora Cordifolia is considered very beneficial medicinally.
The entire plant of Giloy is used for medicinal benefits. But, it is the stem that is used the most.
The Giloy creeper growing on a Neem tree has more medicinal properties than a Giloy growing alone. The blood purifying property and bitter taste of Neem makes Giloy more potent against Cancer and Blood disorders.
The juice or powder of Giloy Stem is useful in treating various types of Cancers. Giloy is an immunomodulator. It makes the immune system understand and control cancer cells better. It prevents the formation of Cancer cells and stops the further growth of already developed Cancer.
Tinospora Cordifolia is a top herbal remedy in preventing Swine Flu. Swine Flu affects primarily a person with a weak Immune System. Tinospora Cordifolia rejuvenates the tissues and boost up the Immunity. It builds your inner strength against viruses or germs. Take a small piece of bark, boil it in water and drink it daily. Regular intake of Giloy increases the count of White Blood Cells and enables the body in resisting diseases.
It purifies the Blood, removes toxins and prevents from various Skin diseases like Acne, Psoriasis and Eczema. The herb is taken with sugar to cure Skin disorders.
Its Anti inflammatory effect is helpful in reducing Joint Pain and Swelling. It increases the mobility of Joints. It is advantageous in conditions like Arthritis, Gout and Osteoporosis.
The Antipyretic action is useful in lowering the body temperature. Thus, it cures Fever.
Being an Aphrodisiac Giloy tones the reproductive organs. It improves Sperm Motility and increases Sperm Count.
Giloy is a cure for burning sensation in the feet.
Tinospora Cordifolia is a Brain tonic. It improves concentration and alertness. It enhances the memory. It increases the ability of mind to recollect and recall things.
Giloy is beneficial for diabetic person. The Antidiabetic property of Giloy regulates the level of glucose in a person.
It rejuvenates and protects the Liver from diseases. It improves the Liver strength and helps to expel toxins from the Liver. It can be taken with sugar to cure Liver diseases. It is beneficial for a person addicted to Alcohol and junk food.
Giloy juice is useful in curing Asthma. To make the juice more effective mix it with Neem and Amla.
It is beneficial in combating Dengue. Giloy along with Tulsi leaves increases the platelet count and fights Dengue.
It provides relief from Urinary Disorders. Giloy being a Diuretic promotes Urination.
If you have Kidney Stones, Giloy is the solution.
It cures Chronic Cough.
For maintaining overall health chew some Giloy leaves daily.

Caution: Do not consume alcohol and junk food while consuming this herb.
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Giloy is a Rasayana
Rasayana is a sanskrit term derived from ancient Ayurvedic medicine. It is a rejuvenator which enhances the healing process and immunity. It prevents the occurrence of diseases. It promotes overall health and Longevity. It is beneficial in Diabetes and Blood Pressure. Giloy is regarded as one of the top rasayana in Ayurveda.

What is Guduchi Satva ?
Guduchi Satva is an extract made from Giloy stem. It is made by processing the Giloy stem in water. Satva is also known as the Aqueous extract of Giloy.
Guduchi Satva has numerous health benefits. It is highly potent in curing almost all diseases. It has the natural immunity boosting properties of Giloy. It balances the Vata and Pitta doshas. It provides strength to the heart and has Cooling, Analgesic, Antiinflammatory and Blood Purifying effect on the body.

How to make Guduchi Satva ?
The stem is used for making a powder called Guduchi Satva.
Cut Giloy stem into pieces. Each piece should be 2 to 3 inches.
Remove the outer husk.
Crush the stem pieces and soak them in one liter of water for 6 to 8 hours.
The infused mixture releases a starchy substance.
Remove the fibrous and woody part.
Let the starchy material settle down in the utensil.
Remove the water carefully.
Clean the starchy sediment with water.
Dry it in shade.
Store in an air tight glass vessel or a moisture proof polythene bag.
After opening the container, use it within a month.

Dosage of Guduchi Satva
The dosage can be 500mg to 1g. It can be taken once or twice a day.
For 1 year old.
Mix 500 mg of Guduchi powder in a teaspoon of honey. Take this once or twice a day after food.
Alternatively, you can give 250 mg of capsule once per day.
For Cancer patients take 500 to 1000 mg of Giloy Satva twice in a day.
For a person suffering from Gout, Skin diseases or Blood impurities take 500 mg of Giloy satva daily.

Prior consultation with a Healthcare Professional is must before use.

Contraindications
If you are taking Giloy then reduce the dosage of other diabetes medications. As Giloy is very effective and it may reduce the blood glucose levels below the normal.
A diabetic person taking Guduchi Satva must regularly check his blood sugar levels. If you found the sugar levels dropping very low you may completely stop the other medications.

Some herbs increase the functionality or activity of an organ or a metabolic activity of the body. Conversely others decrease the functionality. But an Adaptogen balances the actions of the Metabolism. For example some herbs increase Blood Pressure, others decrease it, but Withania somnifera will correct Blood Pressure whether it is high or low.
There are some herbs that are the best in this field. When combined together, and consumed in moderation, they can prevent disease, improve the quality of life and prolong it.
Powder the following herbs. Mix them in equal quantities. Preserve the mixture, ( Churan in Hindi ) in an air tight jar. Consume a little every other day.
Tinospora cordifolia, Giloy in Hindi
Asparagus racemosus, Shatawari in Hindi
Emblica officinalis, Amla in Hindi
Withania somnifera, Ashwagandha in Hindi
Piper longum, Pipali in Hindi
Terminalia chebula, Harad in Hindi
Ocimum sanctum, Tulsi in Hindi
Tribulus terristris, Gokhru in Hindi