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ASOkA GUrMAr
leaves of the asoka Tree have anti-bacterial gurmar is known as a miracle fruit. it is
properties. it is helpful in fighting fever, known as ‘sugar killer’ or ‘destroyer of
cold, and infections. The methanol sugar.’ it grows in the tropical forests
extracts from the tree are also a of india and has been used for over
cure against rheumatic arthritis. a 2000 years in traditional systems of
preparation made from the extracts medicine. it is used for curing diabetes
of this tree is used to cure uterine and is also known for its anti-fungal
infections. properties.
Rohan Sethi, VII D, Gwalior Glory High School, Gwalior
Ananya Chenab, VI, Delhi Public School, Sec. 45, Gurgaon
JAMUN
Jamun fruit is used in ayurveda for curing ailments BrAhMI
related to kapha and pitta. it is used as a liver stimulant, Brahmi is used as a nerve tonic and
coolant and digestive agent. its as a sedative for relieving stress.
hypoglycaemic property is used for extracts from its leaves are used for
lowering blood sugar. The fruit is making hair tonics and oils.
also used in the siddha system of Bhuvaneshwari M., IX, Sri Seshaas
medicine. International Public School, Salem
Yogita, VIII, Mukand Lal Public School,
Yamunanagar
SArpAGANdhA
The leaves are green
peepAl The plant makes a person
The Peepal Tree has great medicinal calm and serene
value. its leaves serve as a laxative blossoms have a violet tinge
as well as a tonic for the body. in white
it is especially useful for people The herb is a remedy for rashes
suffering from Jaundice. it is also due to insect bite
used for curing mumps and many Sabhya Gupta, V A, Bal Bharati Public
skin disorders. School, Rohini, Delhi
Nikunj Goel, V B, V.V.D.A.V. Public School,
Vikaspuri, New Delhi
AMArANTh
dArUhArIdrA
amaranth is a herb found in india.
daruharidra is a famous ayurvedic herb in botanists have discovered the
use since Vedic times. it is useful for curing nutritious value of the leaves and
diseases related to the skin, ear, nose, and seeds of this plant. it is high in
throat. it also regulates the metabolism, protein, calcium, folic acid and
and maintains liver health. it is a natural vitamin C. it is a very good source of
antidote for toxicities. energy.
Shivani Negi, IX, Raksha Anusandhan Vidyalaya,
Dehradun Shashank Shankar, V, Scholars Home, Dehradun
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