Harsingar is also known as Night Jasmine or Parijat. It is loaded with beneficial qualities and is native to Southeast Asia and South Asia. It is a small tree or a shrub growing up to 33 feet tall with a grey flaky bark. The leaves are quite broad with a margin. The flowers look breathtaking with 5 to 8 white corolla petals, having an orangish-red centre.
BENEFITS OF PARIJAT
1.Arthritis
Parijat or Harsingar leaves are effective herbal remedies for reducing painful conditions like osteoarthritis. As per Ayurveda, osteoarthritis is known as Sandhivata and it occurs due to an aggravation of Vata dosha. It causes pain, swelling, and joint mobility. Taking Parijat leaves powder helps to balance the aggravated Vata and reduces the symptoms of arthritis because of its Vata balancing property.
Ayurveda describes sciatica as Gridhrasi, and it is caused by the aggravation of Vata. Sometimes aggravated Kapha and Vata can also cause sciatica. Parijat has Ushna (hot) nature that helps to bring back the aggravated Vata. It also helps to restore the state of equilibrium by maintaining the balance between Kapha and Vata dosha to provide relief in symptoms of Sciatica.
Parijat or Harsingar can prove to be beneficial in controlling the fever. As per Ayurveda, accumulation of Ama (toxic remains in the body due to improper digestion) in the body may sometimes cause fever. Taking Parijat leaves juice with honey helps to reduce the symptoms of fever by reducing Ama because of its Ushna (hot) property.
According to Ayurveda, indigestion is termed as Agnimandya. It occurs due to an imbalance of Pitta dosha. Whenever the ingested food is left undigested due to Mand Agni (low digestive fire), it results in the formation of Ama (toxic remains in the body due to improper digestion) and causes indigestion. Parijat helps enhance the Agni, thus leading to improved digestion due to its Deepan (appetizer) and Pachan (digestion) properties.
Diabetes, also known as Madhumeha, occurs due to an aggravation of Vata-Kapha dosha as well as impaired digestion. Impaired digestion leads to an accumulation of Ama (toxic remains in the body due to improper digestion) in the pancreatic cells and impairs the function of insulin. Parijat helps manage diabetes due to its Vata-Kapha balancing and Tikta (bitter) properties. It helps prevent the accumulation of Ama and improves the function of insulin, thereby managing blood sugar levels and reducing the symptoms of diabetes.
Parijat oil can help to reduce bone and joint pain. According to Ayurveda, bones and joints are considered a site of Vata in the body. Pain in the joints is mainly caused due to an imbalanced Vata. Applying Parijat oil helps to reduce joint pain due to its Vata-balancing property.
HOW TO USE PARIJAT LEAVES
- Take Parijat leaves juice 10-20ml or as directed by the physician
Mix it with the same amount of water and have it before meals in the morning - Take Parijat leaves powder 1-3 gm or as directed by the physician
Mix it with honey and have it after meals once or twice a day
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