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8 facts: Giloy, an understated herb 🪴

by drjurisharma, posted in Antioxidant,anti inflammatory, immune boosting, anti cancer, Food, healing, health, herb, Plant, medicinal, Ayurvedic, herbal remedies,, Science, skin, cancer, anti inflammatory, plant, nature, medicine, herb, stomach, abdomen, intestines, wellness

Hello everyone 🙌

  1. Giloy is a herbaceous plant, a climbing shrub, where every part of the plant including the stems has various medicinal benefits. It is mainly grown in the Indian subcontinent, many Asian countries including China, Thailand, Philippines, Myanmar, tropical regions of Australia, and North and South Africa. It prefers a warm tropical climate to grow. Despite its holistic health benefits, it is still not known to many. Scientifically, it is called Tinospora cordifolia.
  2. Giloy is considered an essential herb in Ayurvedic medicine. For centuries, people have been using this herb to treat a long list of health ailments, including infections, fever, asthma, diabetes, gout, diarrhoea, jaundice, urinary problems, and skin conditions.

3.Research studies have found that giloy has many potential compounds like alkaloids, terpenoids, lignans, and steroids which have therapeutic benefits. Studies have also found that the herb contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties which can fight oxidative stress and prevent microbial growth of viruses, bacteria and fungi.

4.Studies show that the entire herbaceous plant including roots, stems, and leaves have medicinal properties. The stems of the plants, especially are potent anti-stress, antioxidant, anti-diabetic, anti-arthritic, anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory and anti-cancer properties. Giloy also aids in digestion and gut health.

5.Some studies have shown that the alkaloids found in giloy called berberine work like the medicine metformin and help to reduce blood sugar. It can be effective in controlling blood pressure and reducing the level of LDL( bad cholesterol), hence lowering the risk of heart disease.

6.Lab studies have shown that Giloy can be effective in treating seasonal allergies, and skin conditions like scabies and hay fever. It is effective in controlling asthma. Studies show that it can strengthen the immune system and fight against many pathogens like Klebsiella pneumonia, Pseudomonas, Ecoli and many more.


7.Though Giloy doesn’t have harmful side effects, it is important to use it under expert guidance. The herb can interfere with medications like diabetic medicines, anti-hypertensives, and autoimmune medications. It should be avoided during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Commercially, it is available in capsule form, powder form and tincture. The dosage can be different in different forms depending upon the manufacturer’s preparation. So, it is important to read the label and dosage before buying and using the product.


8.Depending upon the recommended dose on the label of the package and under expert guidance, giloy can be consumed safely with the best outcome. However, in the case of auto-immune diseases like Crohn’s disease, and lupus, the immune system can be overstimulated. Side effects like hypoglycaemia, dizziness or stomach irritation might appear in some individuals. The recommended dosage is about 2-6 gm in the case of adults and less than 500mg in the case of children in either powder or capsule form. Giloy juice can be taken in 2-3 teaspoonfuls with water on an empty stomach in the morning.

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