How to Use Giloy Leaves? - #11225

Ah, you're diving into the world of Ayurvedic remedies, especially with the mighty giloy—often called 'Amruta' in Sanskrit, which means nectar of immortality. Cool choice! Let me chop this up for you: First up, giloy for immunity... You can indeed make a simple tea. Take around 10-12 fresh giloy leaves, rinse 'em well, and then boil them in about two cups of water until it reduces to one cup. Strain and sip—maybe with a bit of honey if sweetness is your thing. If not, no big deal. This will support your immune system, especially if you're prone to catching colds. Now, in terms of dosage, drinking this tea once daily should keep things smooth. For cold and fevers like dengue or typhoid—get gritty with the process. You could either use the giloy stem or the leaves. If you prepare a decoction, pound some stems or leaves, then boil for a bit longer than the tea, about 20 minutes until concentrated. Drink about 50ml twice a day. Quick tip: throw in some papaya leaves if it’s dengue; they can work in tandem. Now, digestion questions. You're right that giloy is known to help with acidity and gut health. Here, a mild juice might be optimal. Crush the leaves, squeeze the juice, and drink a tablespoon with equal water on an empty stomach for best results. It's known to soothe that fiery acid perpetually annoying you. Lastly, about using it on the skin. Yep, that's legit too. For minor wounds, try grinding the leaves into a paste, and applying directly. Let it sit for a while, maybe two hours or overnight if you're comfortable. It soothes inflammation and can help in healing the skin. Hey, but every great thing comes with a warning label, right? Avoid overdosing, and maybe don't exceed using giloy for more than three-four weeks constantly without probing into how your body is responding. A handful of folks have reported constipation or lower blood sugar, so... stay alert to your body signals. Let me know how it goes or if you have more wonders regarding Ayurveda. It’s a custom, never just a ritual.