Garlic Powder (Allium sativum)

DESCRIPTION Garlic is a spice referred to as "Rasona" in Ayurveda. It is a commonly used ingredient in cooking because of its intense aroma and medicinal properties. Garlic contains sulfur compounds that contribute to its many health benefits. The name "Lasuna" means destroyer of diseases, signifying its reputation as a powerful healer. Garlic is commonly known as a spice that has anti-ageing properties. Garlic taken in small quantities as food may help in improving over all health. BENEFITS Helps in imbalances related to vata disorders May improve digestion and remove Ama dosha Garlic may help to manage high cholesterol by reducing cholesterol synthesis in the liver. It may help to maintain a healthy heart due to its Hrdya nature (cardiac tonic) ENERGIES / DOSHAS Rasa (taste)- Madhura (sweet), Lavana (salt), Katu (pungent), Tikta (bitter), Kashaya (astringent), Guna (qualities)- Snigdha (oily), Guru (heavy), Teekshna (strong, piercing), Vipaka - Katu- undergoes pungent taste conversion after digestion, Veerya - Ushna - Hot potency. Balances Vata and Kapha. Increases Pitta Dosha INGREDIENTS Garlic (Allium sativum) SUGGESTED USE Take one teaspoon twice a day with room temperature water or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.  CAUTION It's generally safe to consume garlic in food amounts, but it's recommended to consult a physician before taking it with anticoagulant medicine or any other prescriptions that may interact with it. DISCLAIMER Recommendations, suggestions, or information shared on this website are only for the purposes of knowledge.  At no time the above-shared information supersedes the advice of your general health care practitioner or doctor.  Always take the advice of your doctor before you start taking any herbs.  It’s also wise to check the labels of your prescription drugs and see if any suggested herbs are not contraindicated to your prescription. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.