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Digestive

anti-vomitive; regulates liver function; promotes gastro-hepatic and

pancreatic secretions; tonic

Anti-allergic

Reduces the effects of allergies

E.g., sinus problems, hay fever, asthma, bronchitis, etc.

Stops bleeding of gums

If your gums tend to bleed after brushing your teeth, take an orange

rind and rub your gums near the teeth with the inside of the peel

(white part) for a few minutes each day and the bleeding should

diminish after a few days of treatment.

Strengthener

Reduces ulcers in the mouth

Gargle with lemon juice

The medicinal properties of some of the green leafy

vegetables is discussed:

1.Vallarai or Brahmi

ACCORDING to Charaka, foremost exponent of Ayurveda, Centella asiatica
belongs to the group of herbs that help maintain youthful vigour and strength.
Called Vallarai in Tamil, it improves the mind's receptive capacity. It is capable of
improving a person's memory power, physical strength, voice, complexion and
digestive power. it is also a nerve tonic and good for getting rid of ulcer, dysentery and
pimples. The herb can be made into different chutneys and eaten by diabetics and
those who suffer from anaemia. Used in the treatment of skin diseases such as
leprosy