The traditional system of medicine, Ayurveda advocates the use of Arjuna extracts for the strengthening and healthy functioning of the heart. The extracts of Arjuna are known to help in strengthening the heart muscles, relieving stress, and hypertension. Arjuna is also thought to fortify the central nervous system and to quicken individual reflexes. Known as a liver tonic, Arjuna is believed to regulate cholesterol by decreasing LDL levels in the liver. Studies attribute these benefits to certain tannins and glycosides that have specific antioxidant properties congenial for the cardiovascular system. In places where the Arjuna plant is commonly found, the plant’s bark extracts are widely used to address a series of health conditions.
