According to tribal beliefs, every tree and plant found in the world has some medicinal properties, it is a different matter that despite the advancement in medical science, there are thousands of trees and plants whose medicinal properties are not known to anyone. Generally, it is believed that more medicinal properties are found in small vegetables or herbs, whereas such thinking is meaningless, medium-sized trees and large trees and all their parts are full of amazing medicinal properties. In this article, we will introduce you to some well-known medium-sized trees and know about some of their medicinal properties-
5 Trees full of medicinal properties
Kadamba tree- Kadamba leaves are large and thick and gum comes out from them. Its flowers are small and fragrant. The juice of Kadamba fruits is very beneficial for curing digestion in children. And the juice of its leaves is used to cure ulcers and wounds. Two types of elements present in it named hydrocinconine and cadmabine are very beneficial for type-2 diabetes. Out of these, hydrocinconine controls the production of insulin in the body. And cadmabine makes the insulin receptor sensitive to receive insulin again. Apart from this, its root is beneficial in urinary diseases and by rubbing its bark and applying it outside the eyes, conjunctivitis disease is cured.
Ashoka tree - Ashoka tree is full of medicinal properties. By using it, you can get relief from many types of diseases. Ashoka juice is astringent, bitter, and its nature is cold. It improves complexion and removes swelling. Apart from this, it is very beneficial in removing blood disorders, stomach diseases, fever and joint pain. Ashoka seeds provide relief from the problem of stones. Mixing equal amount of mustard oil in the decoction of Ashoka bark and applying it on boils and pimples is beneficial. Also, if you mix equal quantity of Ashok bark and Brahmi powder and take one spoon of it with a cup of milk every morning and evening for a few months, your brain becomes sharp.
Neem- There is a popular saying in India that how can there be diseases and death on the land where there are neem trees. It has been used in India for thousands of years due to its medicinal properties. But now other countries are also becoming aware of its properties. Although neem is bitter by nature, but its medicinal properties are very sweet. That is why it is said about neem that one neem and hundred hakims are equal. Neem is full of all-curing properties. It is used in the form of soap, antiseptic cream, tooth brush, anti-diabetic powder, cosmetics etc. Neem bark has such properties that prevent the growth of various types of bacteria in teeth and gums, due to which teeth remain healthy and strong.
Acacia- Along with the leaves of Acacia, its gum and bark are also very beneficial. Its gum contains calcium, magnesium and potassium. Acacia is a destroyer of phlegm and bile. Along with this, the bark and leaves of the Acacia tree contain tannin and an acid called gallic, due to which its taste becomes bitter. It relieves inflammation, heals wounds and is a blood purifier. Its beans are raw and beneficial. Therefore, its raw beans can be plucked, dried in the shade and kept safe in a box. The beans remain beneficial for one year while the bark remains beneficial for two years.
Amla- Amla is such a unique gift of nature with which many diseases of the body can be treated. As Amla is rich in Iron, Vitamin C and Calcium, having Amla juice daily provides many benefits like better digestion, glowing skin, benefits in skin diseases, increasing hair shine, preventing graying of hair. Amla juice contains 20 times more Vitamin C than orange juice. The biggest quality of Amla is that even after cooking it, the Vitamin C present in it does not get destroyed. Amla is also very beneficial for our eyes. Amla keeps our digestive system and our kidneys healthy. If you also want to be healthy then start drinking Amla juice right from now.
