9 Millets (Positive and Neutral Millets):
Little Millet
Little millet is rich in antioxidants, boosts immunity and protects against infections and diseases. It’s an amazing source of magnesium that’s essential in maintaining healthy bones, muscles and nerve functions.
Kodo Millet
Kodo millet is a great source of Vitamin B. It’s loaded with antioxidants that help in weith management, easy digestion. It is great alternative food that regulates glucose and cholesterol levels in the body.
Barnyard Millet
Barnyard millet is an excellent source of iron. It is the go to diet for people with diabetes. It controls thyroid, relieves fatigue and is known to be rich in fibre and has low Glycemic Index.
Foxtail Millet
Foxtail millet is rich in iron, fibre, good fats and essentials nutrients needed for the body. It is also rich in Vitamin B12 and helps in the increase of iron content in the body.
Browntop Millet
Browntop millet is gluten free and rich in fibre. Regular consumption of this millet aids in better sleep, relieves menstrual cramps, improves skin elasticity and in the production of breast milk.
Proso Millet
Proso millets balance the cholesterol levels and keeps the heart healthy. It prevents diabetes and even the risk of cancer. It assists digestion, prevents high blood pressure and provides adequate zinc, vitamin and iron. What’s more, it also contains anti-ageing properties.
Finger Millet
Finger millet is an amazing source of natural calcium which is essential in the strengthening of bones in growing children as well the elderly. Regular consumption of finger millet keeps osteoporosis at bay and reduces risk of fractures.
Pearl Millet
Pearl millet is a rich source of phosphorus and it contains beneficial carbohydrates and dietary fibre that help regulate blood glucose levels. Regular consumption of pearl millets helps in minimizing the risk of type 2 diabetes.
Sogham Millet
Sorghum or Jowar is known as the king of millets. It is rich in fibre, gluten-free and has anti-inflammatory effects. It helps in controlling diabetes effectively and promotes weight loss.
Pulses and Cereals:
Green Gram
Green Gram is packed with essential nutrients like; protein, fibre, vitamins, and minerals. It is low in calories and fat, making it an excellent addition to a healthy diet. Green gram is also a good source of antioxidants. It is beneficial for cardiovascular health and lowering of blood pressure.
Masoor Dal
Masoor dal is a great source of carbohydrates, proteins, fibres, vitamins, and other micronutrients. In fact, it has the highest level of protein (26%) after soybeans and hemp.
Horse Gram
Horse Gram is the most protein-rich lentil found on earth. It’s one lentil that is known for its anti-oxidant, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-hyperglycaemic properties. It prevents kidney stones, heals ulcers, and keeps the body warm in winter.
Maize
Maize is packed with nutrients in each pod! It is known for preventing vision disorders, supplies essential amino acids, fortifies bone density, treats anaemia, and boosts the nervous system.
Barley
The whole grain barley is a good source of fibre. It is proven that consumption of barley regularly decreases blood sugar and insulin levels. It is proven to help in inflammatory bowel diseases and promote the growth of good bacteria within the digestive tract.
Red Rice
Red rice is an excellent source of magnesium, which helps in the fight against asthma. It is good for bone health, aids in digestion, promotes weight loss and improves skin health.
Brown chik peas
Brown chickpeas is rich in iron and offers a wide range of health benefits as it contains carbohydrates. It contains both soluble and insoluble fibre and aids in the functioning of the digestive tract. It heals jaundice, stimulates brain functions, and strengthens joints and bones.
Wheat
Wheat is an important source of minerals that regulate enzyme systems, build bones and teeth, help with muscle contractions, and maintain the pH levels in the body.
Kidney Beans
Kidney beans contain complex carbohydrates that lower cholesterol levels. Its low glycaemic levels help fight diabetes better, it is proven to improve memory power, and boost energy. It is packed with proteins and prevents hypertension.
Toor Dal
Toor Dal is a rich source of various nutrients like proteins, complex carbohydrates, minerals, and vitamins. It is highly recommended in the management of diabetes, lowering blood pressure, and even diarrhea. It also helps in weight loss and is known for its anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial properties.
Nuts and Spices:
Almonds
Almonds are high in Vitamin E and are packed with an impressive amount of nutrients. Almonds are loaded with antioxidants which protect against oxidative stress levels.
Cashew Nut
Cashews contain high magnesium content that is known for lowering bad cholesterol and preventing heart disease. Regular consumption of cashews helps in the prevention of stroke and diabetes.
Pistachio
Pistachio is rich in Vitamin B6, which plays a vital role in protein metabolism and cognitive development. Eating pistachio is an excellent way to maintain daily calorie limits. It reduces the chances of chronic eye conditions, including cataract.
Cardamom
Cardamom aids in digestion, freshness of breath. It balances blood sugar levels and is known to treat bronchitis. It alleviates gastrointestinal discomfort during pregnancy.
Pumpkin seeds
Pumpkin seeds are high in magnesium, act as antioxidants and are clinically proven to help reduce breast cancer, improve prostate and bladder health in individuals.
Watermelon seeds
Watermelon seeds boost immunity, regulate blood sugar levels, strengthen bones, protect the heart, improve skin health, and support the nervous system. Ideal for boosting immunity.
Chia seeds
Chia seeds are extensively consumed across the world as it helps both weight loss and weight management, reduces the risk of heart disease, and supports bone health.
Flax Seeds
Flaxseed is excellent to improve digestive health as well to relieve constipation. It helps lower total blood cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels, which helps to reduce the risk of heart disease.
Makhana or Lotus seeds
Lotus seeds can be used in weight management and to reduce blood sugar levels. It also has the ability to relieve pain and is used to reduce depression and anxiety. Lotus seeds are also used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease.
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is known to increase breastmilk production, enhance testosterone levels, and promote blood sugar control. It plays a considerable role in controlling diabetes.
Black Pepper
There are more than 10 health benefits that are associated with black pepper. It is good for digestion and to relieve constipation. It can be used to treat skin issues and hair loss. It is even used to prevent cancer.
Ingredients used for Arogyamrutha Churna:
Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha is best known for its stress and anxiety-relieving properties. It lowers Blood Sugar and Fat, increases muscle and strength, improves sexual function in women, boosts fertility and testosterone levels in Men, sharpens the memory and supports heart health.
Shatavari
It is helpful in menstrual disorders and acts as a uterine tonic. It enhances breast development and increases breast milk production by regulating hormonal balance. Shatavari is good for diabetics as it helps manage blood sugar levels.
Guduchi
It is considered as an extraordinary rejuvenating herb. It helps in boosting the overall immunity of the body. The antioxidant and anti-microbial traits of Guduchi flush out the AMA toxins from the body and safeguard the body from various microbial diseases. It also enhances the functions of the stomach, liver and kidneys.
Haritaki
Haritaki is considered as the ultimate remedy for all sorts of respiratory troubles. Because of its anti-inflammatory, anti-biotic, and anti-asthmatic properties, it is widely used in treating various respiratory problems like the common cold, cough and flu, bronchitis, asthma etc.
Bibhitaki
Bibhitaki is an amazing fruit that can be effective in treating stomach ulcers. Evidence proves that the antiulcer properties of Bibhitaki fruit derived from rich plant compounds like gallic acid and ellagic acid, aid in digestion and soothe the tummy. Bhibhitaki serves as a wonder fruit in easing stress. According to various studies, the extract has shown positive effects in promoting liver health.
Pippali
The exceptional hypoglycaemic property of pippali plays a significant role in managing the blood sugar levels of the body. It shields against infections, aids In weight loss, relieves menstrual problems, works effectively against respiratory disorders.
Punarnava
Punarnava helps in digestion and cleansing of the digestive system, mainly due to its heating qualities. It helps to maintain a healthy body weight. It helps in proper functioning of liver and kidney. And it provides joint and comfort and easy mobility, supports lungs and keeps the heart healthy.
Yastimadhu
The Yashtimadhu powder can help with inflammation, stomach pain, headaches, and ulcers. It is considered as a traditional Ayurvedic cure for indigestion, constipation, acidity, gastritis, stomach ulcers, and sores in the mouth.
Amla
Amla is the richest known natural source of Vitamin C, which is known to have excellent immunity boosting and antioxidant properties. Amla helps in lowering bad cholesterol and keeps the levels of good cholesterol optimal. It favours digestion, increases the action of gastric juices for the decomposition of food, and relieves stomach heaviness and gases.
Methi
Methi's high amount of fibre might help suppress hunger, amplified in obese patients. Consumption of methi powder was found to be helpful in reducing weight as per animal studies. The galactomannan present in methi seeds may help in excreting the sugars from the body before they are absorbed in the blood.
Curry Leaves
Packed with a multitude of nutrients like carbohydrate, fibre, calcium, phosphorous, iron, magnesium, zinc, multivitamins and flavonoids, curry leaves are an arcade of health benefits. It is extensively used in the treatment of anaemia, diabetes, indigestion, obesity, kidney problems, hair and skin problems.
Dry Ginger
Packed with potent bioactive compounds, dry ginger holds a key role in sustaining overall health. It is a storehouse of antioxidants. It combats oxidative damage and lowers the risk of chronic diseases. Dry ginger initiates the action of trypsin and lipase enzymes that aid in the breakdown of proteins and fats. Dry ginger powder is a natural analgesic and offers respite from pain.
Haridra
Haridra eliminates or minimize toxins in the body. It supports healthy skin, prevents itching, allergies, infections and skin disorders. It promotes wound healing and supports healthy blood sugar levels in Diabetics.
Gokshura
Gokshura is known to balance Vata-Pitta-Kapha, also known as Tridosha. It is used to manage urinary disorders. Gokhshura consumed along with Ashwagandha helps to enhance stamina and is beneficial for bodybuilding as well as improving the performance of athletes.