गंध तैल (१० मिली) - नागार्जुन
Benefits and uses
- Strengthens bones and joints: Considered an effective medicine for enhancing overall bone mass and strength. It is often recommended for conditions like osteoporosis and osteoarthritis.
- Heals fractures: The formulation is used to aid the healing process of bone fractures and dislocations.
- Repairs ligaments and tendons: It is beneficial in recovering from injuries to the soft tissues of the musculoskeletal system, including sprains and tendon damage.
- Relieves joint pain: Gandha Thailam is used to alleviate pain and discomfort associated with various joint problems, including sciatica and general arthritis.
- Reduces Vata imbalance: The potent herbs in the oil help to balance the Vata dosha, which is believed to be the root cause of many joint-related issues in Ayurveda.
Ingredients
The complex herbal oil is prepared according to the classical Ayurvedic text Ashtangahrudayam. Key ingredients include:
- Sesame seeds (Tilathailam): The base oil, rich in calcium, which is crucial for bone health.
- Cow's milk (Ksheera): Used as a processing medium for its nourishing properties.
- Licorice (Yashtimadhu): Helps strengthen bones and provides other therapeutic benefits.
- Indian madder (Manjishta): Known for its ability to strengthen bone tissue.
- Himalayan cedar (Devadaru): Contributes to the strengthening of bones and joints.