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Green Jade for Heart Disease

Sanskrit: संगेयशब | Jade / Nephrite

How Green Jade helps with Heart Disease according to Ayurveda. Classical references, dosage, preparation methods, and what modern research says.

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Overview

Green Jade is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for heart disease. Sangeyashab (Green Jade) is a green semi-precious stone used as Bhasma in heart diseases and as an anti-poison remedy. It is cooling in nature. Verses: 122.

How Green Jade Helps with Heart Disease

According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Green Jade has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing heart disease:

  • Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
  • Post-digestive (Vipaka): Madhura (sweet)
  • Taste (Rasa): Kashaya (astringent)
  • Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light)

Safety & Precautions

Green Jade is a mineral used in processed form, and the classical sources in our data do not list its contraindications, drug interactions or overdose signs. That absence of information is the most important safety point.

What We Do Not Know

Our sources give no dose, no safe duration of use, and no list of people who should avoid it. Without these, self-treatment is not appropriate.

Heart Conditions Need Medical Care

Its traditional use is in heart disease, which is a serious condition. If you have heart symptoms or take heart medication, see your doctor, and tell both your doctor and your practitioner about any remedy you are considering, since our sources do not cover interactions.

Pregnancy and Nursing

Classical sources in our data do not address pregnancy or breastfeeding. Avoid it during these times unless a qualified practitioner and your doctor have specifically advised it.

Practical Precautions

  • Use only a bhasma prepared and prescribed by a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner.
  • Never swallow raw or powdered stone.
  • Do not stop prescribed heart medication in favour of a traditional remedy.

Other Herbs for Heart Disease

See all herbs for heart disease on the Heart Disease page.

Medical Disclaimer: The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Ayurvedic treatments should be pursued under the guidance of a qualified practitioner (BAMS/MD Ayurveda). Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new treatment. Content is sourced from classical Ayurvedic texts and may not reflect the latest medical research.