Ayurvedic Herbs Database
Complete reference — dosage, uses, cautions
Amla (आंवला)
| Sanskrit | Amalaki | Scientific | Emblica officinalis |
| Dosha Effect | Balances all three doshas. Best for Pitta. | Taste (Rasa) | Sour, Sweet, Astringent, Pungent, Bitter |
| Dosage | 500mg-3g powder or 20-30ml juice daily | Available As | Fresh fruit, juice, powder, candy (murabba), pickle, capsule |
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Benefits | Vitamin C powerhouse, immunity, hair growth, skin health, digestion, eye health, anti-aging |
| How to Use | Fresh: eat 1 daily. Juice: 20ml morning. Powder: 1 tsp with honey. |
| Caution | May lower blood sugar — diabetics monitor levels. Excess may cause acidity in some. |
Ashwagandha (अश्वगंधा)
| Sanskrit | Ashwagandha | Scientific | Withania somnifera |
| Dosha Effect | Reduces Vata & Kapha, may increase Pitta | Taste (Rasa) | Bitter, Astringent, Sweet |
| Dosage | 300-600mg extract or 3-6g powder daily | Available As | Powder, capsule, tablet, liquid extract |
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Benefits | Stress relief, strength, immunity, stamina, sleep improvement, anti-inflammatory, thyroid support |
| How to Use | Powder: 1/2 tsp in warm milk before bed. Capsule: 500mg twice daily. |
| Caution | Avoid during pregnancy. May increase thyroid medication effect. Stop 2 weeks before surgery. |
Brahmi (ब्राह्मी)
| Sanskrit | Brahmi | Scientific | Bacopa monnieri |
| Dosha Effect | Reduces Vata & Kapha, cools Pitta | Taste (Rasa) | Bitter, Sweet |
| Dosage | 300-450mg extract or 5-10ml juice daily | Available As | Powder, capsule, oil, juice, ghee preparation |
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Benefits | Memory, focus, anxiety relief, cognitive function, hair growth, skin healing |
| How to Use | Powder: 1/2 tsp with honey. Oil: massage on scalp for hair and memory. |
| Caution | May cause drowsiness. Avoid with sedative medications. Start with low dose. |
Giloy (गिलोय)
| Sanskrit | Guduchi | Scientific | Tinospora cordifolia |
| Dosha Effect | Balances all three doshas | Taste (Rasa) | Bitter, Astringent |
| Dosage | 300-500mg extract or 20-30ml juice daily | Available As | Juice, powder, tablet, kadha (decoction), fresh stem |
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Benefits | Immunity (called Amrita/nectar), fever, dengue, diabetes, liver health, arthritis |
| How to Use | Juice: 20ml morning. Kadha: boil stem in water. Tablet: 500mg twice daily. |
| Caution | May lower blood sugar — monitor if diabetic. May over-stimulate immunity in auto-immune conditions. |
Shatavari (शतावरी)
| Sanskrit | Shatavari | Scientific | Asparagus racemosus |
| Dosha Effect | Reduces Vata & Pitta, may increase Kapha | Taste (Rasa) | Sweet, Bitter |
| Dosage | 500mg-1g powder or 500mg extract twice daily | Available As | Powder, capsule, tablet, granules, ghee preparation |
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Benefits | Women health, fertility, lactation, hormonal balance, immunity, anti-aging, digestive health |
| How to Use | Powder: 1/2 tsp in milk twice daily. Capsule: 500mg twice daily. |
| Caution | Avoid if you have kidney disease or estrogen-sensitive conditions. May increase Kapha. |
Triphala (त्रिफला)
| Sanskrit | Triphala | Scientific | Emblica/Terminalia mix |
| Dosha Effect | Balances all three doshas | Taste (Rasa) | All six tastes |
| Dosage | 500mg-1g powder or 1-2 tablets daily | Available As | Powder, tablet, capsule, liquid |
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Benefits | Digestion, detox, constipation relief, immunity, eye health, weight management |
| How to Use | 1/2 tsp powder in warm water before bed. Or 2 tablets after dinner. |
| Caution | May cause loose stools initially. Avoid during pregnancy. Reduce dose if diarrhea. |
Tulsi (तुलसी)
| Sanskrit | Tulasi | Scientific | Ocimum sanctum |
| Dosha Effect | Reduces Kapha & Vata, balances Pitta | Taste (Rasa) | Pungent, Bitter |
| Dosage | 3-5g dried herb or 300mg extract daily | Available As | Fresh leaves, dried powder, tea, capsule, juice |
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Benefits | Immunity, respiratory health, stress relief, blood sugar, anti-bacterial, anti-viral |
| How to Use | Tea: 5-6 leaves in hot water. Chew 2-3 leaves morning on empty stomach. |
| Caution | May slow blood clotting. Avoid excess during pregnancy. |
Turmeric (हल्दी)
| Sanskrit | Haridra | Scientific | Curcuma longa |
| Dosha Effect | Balances all doshas. Especially reduces Kapha. | Taste (Rasa) | Bitter, Pungent, Astringent |
| Dosage | 1-3g powder daily or 500mg curcumin extract | Available As | Fresh root, powder, capsule, milk preparation, paste |
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Benefits | Anti-inflammatory, immunity, skin health, joint pain, liver detox, wound healing |
| How to Use | Golden milk: 1/2 tsp in warm milk with pepper. Cooking: use daily in food. |
| Caution | May interact with blood thinners. Stains teeth and clothes. Add black pepper for absorption. |