Key ingredients of Bhringarajasava
BHRUNGARAJ (Eclipta Alba)
Also known as ‘False daisy’ in English, it is a herb that is hugely recommended for growing long, silky and strong hair. Bhringaraj being a potent hair vitalizer has a host of bioactive constituents including flavonoids and phytochemicals . Oil processed with Bhringraj reduces inflammation of the hair follicles, scalp tenderness, alleviates scalp itching and increases hair growth.
PIPPALI (Piper longum)
Pippali is known as ‘tridoshic’ herb as it suits all body types. The mitigator of tridoshic imbalance and the bestower of immunity, is another major ingredient of this formulation. Thus regular consumption of Pippali in suggested quantity can help you to immune your body to quite an extent. Pippali has Anti-microbial, Anti-inflammatory activity. Consumption of Pippali is said to exhibit anti spasmodic action and hypoglycaemic effect which is believed to lower blood sugar level. It is also reported to be antagonist in respiratory depression. Also due to its cooling post-digestive effect consumption of Pippali is considered as a safe and effective option to avoid all sorts of digestive disorders. It shows strong anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial action, thus shielding and wielding the body against various infectious diseases. The herb is also believed to be lower blood cholesterol and sugar levels. It is antispasmodic and relieves respiratory distress.
JATHIPHALA (Myristica fragrans)
According to Ayurveda, it balances the Vata and Kapha doshas. It is a good digestive, and has properties of removing phlegm. It is also good for the skin.
PATRA (Cinnamomum tamala – Indian bay leaf)
Also called Tejpatta, and Tejpat, in English, Patra named as Indian Bay Leaf and botanically Cinnamomum Tamala is an Indian spice as well as an Ayurvedic medicine. Additionally, it stimulates the digestive enzymes, which helps to improve the digestion of food and increases the bioavailability of the nutrients during the digestion process in the intestine.
NAGAKESARA (Messua ferrea – ironwood tree)
Ironwood Tree possesses many therapeutic benefits. It is a hemostatic that stops bleeding and is also an anti-inflammatory. The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India recommends the use of the plant in gout, hemorrhagic disorders and diseases of the urinary bladder.
TWAK (Cinnamom verum)
It is used for Neurological disorders, Cardiovascular diseases, Oxidative stress, Inflammatory disorders, Diabetes, Microbial infections, Cancer and other conditions extensively in Ayurveda.
Twak, Patra, and Nagakesara, three members of the mighty Chaturjataka group of drugs that possess anti-toxic, carminative, complexion-enhancing qualities are added in Bhrungarajasava also. Each of them is known for its digestive, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, and anti-hemorrhagic properties.
Bhringarajasava is Pitta alleviating so that it cools the body down, regulates digestive fire, and protects hair from greying. This traditional formulation is in the form of syrup with an alcohol base designed for rapid action. The sweetness makes it palatable and is liked by everybody from kids to adults.