Eclipta Alba also known as false daisy or Bhringraj is a creeping plant with small white flowers. It is highly prized by Ayurvedic practitioners for its wide array of health bestowing powers. Particularly with regards to its ability to overcome liver disorders, treating hair loss & high blood pressure.
Eclipta alba or Bhringraj Oil is great for lustrous & Strong Hair
Bhringraj in ancient Sanskrit language means that it gives hair growth and enriches the natural colour of the hair. It has a property of promoting healthy hair growth along with making the hair black and lustrous. It reduces rapid balding and premature graying of hair. Eclipta alba extracts are the most common ingredient incorporated in numerous market preparations of various hair oils and hair therapy preparations.
The leaves, stems and roots of eclipta alba are used to treat liver ailments and hepatitis. The liquid extract of this herb has the medicinal effects to cure memory problems, chest infections, insomnia due to stress and eyesight problems especially for short-sightedness.
Bhringaraja Extract (Eclipta alba; Bringraj) 8 fl oz: HH
The juice obtained from the leaves and the stems of Eclipta alba act as a medicine to reduce sugar levels. It is bitter in taste and pungent which not only helps to expel the phlegm but also assists to promote an effective digestive process. It acts as a rejuvenator and tonic being instrumental in having a smooth skin.
Bhringraj oil or paste of its leaves and its seeds are applied to any wounds or swellings to get proper relief without altering the normal colour of the skin and texture.
The fresh leaves juice from eclipta alba can be dripped into the eyes when affected by conjunctivitis to get the infection eliminated. If the same juice is applied on the forehead when suffering from severe headache, it clears the pain and gives immediate relief. This juice of the fresh leaves is mixed with milk and a few drops of this mixture are let in the nasal cavity as a remedy for migraine.
The fresh juice of the plant (15-30ml) given along with castor oil curbs the tendency for getting repeated worm infestations. Bhringraj relieves mucous and facilitates free breathing in asthma and cough. It is one of the best natural blood purifiers, stimulates the liver and alleviates the general oedema all over the body. It also increases the haemoglobin percentage in the blood. This is absolutely fruitful for people suffering from anaemia.
The leaves are generally dried and powdered nicely for use in different purposes. One gram of this leaf powder with 3g of honey, 5g of rock candy & 6g of clarified butter can be mixed thoroughly and taken daily for maintaining high body alertness along with enhanced brain potential. It is revealed through various studies that the above mixture acts as a brilliant tonic for the brain.
It is revealed from research works that this herb acts as a good anti-dote to poisonous venoms like those possessed by Malaysian pit viper. Eclipta Alba has also been effective in improving the actions of phagocytes, which is beneficial to increase the immunity power of the body.
Bringraj Herb Powder (Eclipta erecta) 100 vegicaps: B
The recommended dosage amount for Eclipta Alba as a tincture is 1-3ml daily, or as otherwise directed on the products or supplements label. As a tea infusion, the usual dose is one to two cups a day.
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