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Mosambi for Heart Disease

Sanskrit: नारङ्गी | Citrus sinensis (Linn.) Osbeck

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

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Overview

Mosambi is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for heart disease. Sweet Orange (Mosambi) is distinguished from the sour varieties. It is sweet, cooling and nourishing. The juice is widely consumed and recommended for patients. It is one of the best fruits for convalescence. Dose: As food. Verse: 56.

How Mosambi Helps with Heart Disease

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

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

Other Herbs for Heart Disease

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Agarwood Aquilaria agallocha Roxb.
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Apple Pyrus malus Linn.
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Aragvadha Cassia fistula
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Arjuna Terminalia arjuna (Roxb.) W. & A.
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Bael Aegle marmelos
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Bala Sida cordifolia Linn
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Vamsha Bambusa arundinacea Willd.
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Violet Ionidium suffruticosum Ging.

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.