Monday 21 March 2011

The Cardiotonic Properties of Arjuna


According to the Ayurvedic classical description of Terminalia Arjuna, it is a cooling, Kapha and Pitta pacifying herb, helpful in healing wounds, countering obesity and treating urinary disorders.

In traditional Indian medicine, Arjuna is recommended as an important cardiotonic plant, which is known to promote the healthy functioning of the heart and in general, acts as a heart tonic. Arjuna extracts help in regulating blood pressure and enhances the healthy functioning of the heart. Arjuna also helps in the reduction of the corrosive effects of stress and nervousness.

The Arjuna bark with its remarkable medicinal properties helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels. Arjuna is known to possess diuretic properties. It is further corroborated by modern research that Arjuna has antioxidant properties and may be clinically helpful in cardiovascular health. Studies show that Arjuna is effective for a variety of heart related conditions like high blood pressure, heart palpitations, rapid heartbeat and high cholesterol. Researches attribute these benefits to certain tannins and glycosides that have specific antioxidant properties congenial for the cardiovascular system.

Taken as brewed tea, powdered, or commercially prepared in capsule form, Arjuna has been used in hundreds of preparations along with other herbs to resolve an incredible number of health issues. In locations where the plant is native, Arjuna extracts are used to address several health problems.

The natural herb is believed to regulate cholesterol by decreasing LDL levels in the liver. It is advocated by Ayurveda as a liver tonic. 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.

1 comment:

  1. Arjuna herbs is among the most frequently prescribed herbs for cardiovascular health in ayurvedic medicine.

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