As an Ayurvedic Practitioner and Ayurvedic Wellness Counsellor, I have discovered that one of the best ayurvedic herbs for the heart is Arjuna. Arjuna is an ayurvedic herb which means it is used in ayurvedic medicine to treat heart conditions and reduce the risks of heart diseases.
Arjuna is an exceptional heart tonic that treats and prevents the heart muscles from any ischemic damage. Ischemia is a restriction in blood supply to any tissues, muscles, or organs of the body, causing a shortage of oxygen that is needed for cellular metabolism. Ischemia is often caused by problems with blood vessels which results as damage to or dysfunction of tissue.
Arjuna is known as a cardioprotective herb that supports the cardiac muscles as well as enhances coronary blood circulation. Therefore Arjuma is one of the best ayurvedic herbs for regulating the heart, maintaining a healthy heart muscle and reducing high cholesterol levels.
It should be noted that Arjuna also addresses the emotional components of the heart. The herb can open a channel on the subtle level through which the mind and emotions can be quieted and calmed. Arjuna helps to balance emotional turbulences such as sadness.
Arjuna – An Ayurvedic Herb that Nourishes and Tonifies the Mind and Heart
Arjuna can be classified as an adaptogen herb. It allows us to adapt within a provoking environment & stimuli, adjusting the response of the body, mind and nervous system based on the needs of our life. Often we find ourselves living with chronic stress and our fight or flight response is activated by stress and threats. This takes a toll on the body and mind and as a result stresses our organs, especially the heart.
Fortunately herbs like Arjuna can be helpful in dealing with all kinds of stress. Arjuna can help soothe the rhythm of the heart and manage dangerous hikes in blood pressure.
With the help of adaptogens like Arjuna the mind can become more flexible and resilient to modern culture of over stimulation and toxicity. This special herb has the ability to relax, tonify and balance both the heart and nervous system. Arjuna also has an important application for those practicing yoga and meditation.
Hearth Health in Ayurveda
According to ayurveda heart health is regulated by three sub doshas known as Sadhaka Pitta, Avalambaka Kapha, and Vyana Vata. The doshas affect heart health in many ways, for whatever is going on in the heart can affect Vata, pitta, and Kapha in all areeas of the body. Therefore, it is crucial to maintain an optimum balance of these natural energies.
For thousands of years, Ayurveda has been used and practiced to give longevity to the organs of our body. Ayurveda’s wellness approach is focused on promoting whole health & prevention rather than just treating symptoms of illness. Ayurveda also works with yoga and therefore to boost your overall health proper diet, yoga postures, breathing exercises and meditation is important.
In today’s environment, It is essential to keep your heart healthy. After all, it will help to keep your entire body healthy. It is always beneficial to choose natural methods and ayurvedic herbs such as Arjuna for a healthy heart.
Additional Information about Arjuna – An Ayurvedic Herb for the Heart
Arjuna comes from the bark of the arjuna tree that grows to a height of about 20-25 meters. The tree is native to India and is often found growing in the banks of river beds that have gone dry. The flowers of the tree are pale yellow in color.
Nutritional Information and Properties of Arjuna
With regards to the nutritional information and properties of the arjuna herb, it is known to be rich in co-enzyme Q-10, tannins , flavonoids as well as minerals such as magnesium , zinc , copper and calcium.
More Health Benefits and Therapeutic Uses of Arjuna
Arjuna herb is known to be effective against the symptoms of asthma and other breathing conditions related to the lungs. As part of the natural treatment for asthma , the arjuna bark powder is mixed with hot water or with milk and honey and then consumed in the form of a tea.
The arjuna herb is a powerful antioxidant and can be used for the skin. For skin conditions such as eczema, acne or psoriasis, a paste is made from the arjuna bark along with some honey and then applied to the affected area. The astringent property of the arjuna herb is known to help in the prevention of acne.
The arjuna herb is also known to break the kidney stones that may have formed into small pieces and then eventually flush them out via urine.
Precautions & Side Effects
Side effects that may occur on the consumption of Arjuna in extremely high doses is that it may reduce the activity levels of the thyroid gland and/or stress the liver.
It is always important to consult an Ayurvedic Practitioner or Ayurvedic Doctor for proper preparations, doses as well as any contraindications the herb may have for certain conditions or if taking other medications.