Receding Gums: Ayurvedic Treatment, Causes & Natural Remedies
Loss of gum tissue and jaw bone, associated with decreased asthi dhatu and aggressive brushing habits.
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Recommended Herbs for Receding Gums
Coconut Cocos nucifera Linn. Narikela (Coconut) is one of the most important palms, extensively cultivated in coastal India. Every part of the palm is useful - the nut, water, copra, oil, shell, husk, trunk and leaves. The coconut water (tender coconut) is extremely cooling, sweet, nutritive, and is one of the best drinks for dehydration. The mature kernel yields coconut oil which is used extensively in cooking, hair care and medicine. The cream/milk is nutritive and aphrodisiac. Tender coconut water is used in Mutrakrichhra (dysuria) and Daha (burning sensation). Coconut oil is used in skin diseases, hair care and as a base for medicated oils. Different stages of coconut have different properties - tender coconut water is lighter and more cooling while the mature kernel is heavier and more nutritive. There are many varieties of coconut palms. Chemical analysis shows the nut contains 40-50% oil in mature form. The water contains vitamins, minerals and electrolytes. Dose: Coconut water freely; oil as per need. Verses: 9. Garlic Allium sativum Linn Arteriosclerosis, asthma, blood and lymphcleanser (anti- ama ); nerve and bone tissue rasayana (rejuvenative); cholesterol, colds, colic, convulsions, cough, detoxifier, ear problems (external use), edema, flu, gas, heart disease, hemor-rhoids, hypertension, hysteria, impotence, indiges-tion, lung/bronchial antiseptic and antispasmodic,memory, paralysis, rheumatism, skin diseases, T.B., tremor, tumors, Vayu fevers, Vayu/Kapharasayana , worms (round). Used effectively on parasites in dogs. Spiritual Uses: It is tamasic , and only suggested as medicine; not as a food for thehealthy. Haritaki is its spiritual substitute.Precautions: Hyperacidity, toxic blood heat, excess Pitta, cause mental dullness, not for spiritual devo-tees except as medicine. Grapes Vitis vinifera Linn. Draksha (Grapes) is one of the most valued fruits in Ayurveda, mentioned as the best among fruits by many authorities. The vine is cultivated in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and parts of North India. The fruit is sweet-sour, nutritive, cooling and is one of the best natural laxatives. Dried grapes (Munakka/Kishmish) are extensively used in Ayurvedic formulations. Draksha is an important ingredient in many Asava-Arishta preparations including Draksharishta. The fruit improves appetite, aids digestion, and is excellent for the eyes and heart. It is mildly laxative and beneficial in constipation. Munakka (large dried grapes with seeds) is more potent medicinally than Kishmish (seedless raisins). Grapes are beneficial in Raktapitta (bleeding disorders), Kamala (jaundice), Kasa (cough) and Jwara (fever). Draksha is used in numerous classical formulations. Dose: Fruit as food; Munakka 5-10 pieces; Draksharishta 15-30 ml. Verses: Detailed description. Neem Azadirachta indica A. Juss. Nimba (Neem) is one of the most versatile medicinal trees in Ayurveda and is found throughout India. Every part of the tree - leaves, bark, flowers, fruits, seeds, gum and root - has medicinal value. The tree is extremely bitter (Tikta) and is considered the best drug for skin diseases (Kushtha). It is antifungal, antibacterial, antiviral and antiparasitic. The leaf juice is used in skin diseases, fever and diabetes. The bark decoction is antimalarial and antipyretic. Neem oil from seeds is used externally in skin diseases and as an insecticide. The tender twigs are used as toothbrushes (Datuna). The flowers are used in cooking and as medicine. Neem is the foremost drug in Kushtha chikitsa (treatment of skin diseases). The tree is also important in agriculture as a natural pesticide. Chemical analysis reveals multiple active compounds including Nimbin, Azadirachtin, and various limonoids. Dose: Leaf juice 1-2 tola; bark decoction 1-2 tola; oil externally. Multiple verses.
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