Though, aging is an inevitable process yet it can be controlled or delayed. The ancient technique of treatment based on natural herbs and therapies, Ayurveda has a lot for those who want to retain their youth for long.
Practitioners of Ayurveda, for hundreds of years, have slowed down the process of aging using special herbal treatments. Ayurveda believes that several factors contribute to our healthy skin and its newness. Correct balance in the moisture (Kapha), efficient nutrient and blood circulation throughout the skin (Vata) and effective chemical and hormonal metabolism (Pitta) are some of the most important factors in retaining our youth. By keeping a balance in our energies (doshas) – Vata, Pitta and Kapha using Ayurvedic remedies can bring them all in a state of equilibrium and hence we are able to keep our mind and body at finest levels.
It describes a term ‘Rasanaya’ that is used to describe any herb, food or activity that helps bring youthfulness and treat diseases. When these Rasanaya are takem properly, these can prevent early aging, keeping our mind and body young and active. These names may sound very strange, but can be easily understood with simple explanation. For the unique methodology of Kutipravesika, for instance, it is required that the person being treated should stay in a small shelter, which has only one outlet or door. However, there are holes around the shelter for the air to circulate through, but these holes are all very tiny.
Besides slowing down the aging process, the goal of Ayurvedic treatments is also make the body work at its best and bring energy and peace to individuals.
So, there are several herbs used in Ayurvedic as anti-aging treatments:
Amla Or Emblica Officianalis
Amla is a very effective citrus herb that is given special attention in the literature, Charaka Samhita. It is rich in natural vitamin C and hence has the capacity to revitalize bodily systems.
Turmeric Rhizomes
Turmeric Rhizomes in the form of curcumin, tetrahydrocurcuminoids and curcuminoids have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
The Ginger Family
Rich in anti-oxidative ingredients, the herbs of the ginger family increase blood flow to the peripheries and reduce inflammation at the cellular level.
Galanga (also called Chinese Ginger)
Galanga contains gingerols, diarylheptanoids and essential oils. Out of these, Diarylheptanoids are anti-arthritic. Raw Galanga, which is its purest form have the ability to fight oxidants, inhibit tyrosinase and absorb UV radiation.
Frankincense, Boswellia
Pure compounds from this herb are extensively used in many anti-aging formulations. Also, Boswellia fights arthritis.
The clove family
Cloves are used to relieve pain such as toothache and muscle pains. The reason behind this is that they contain anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties.
Vitis
The anti-aging abilities of Vitis are accredited to the antioxidant properties of grape family members. Procyanidins are concentrated in the seeds while resveratrol is concentrated in grapes' skin.
Rosemary
The rosmarinic acid, carnosic acid, amyrenones, rocciferone, seco-hinokiol, oleanoic acid, carnosol and diterpenes ursolic acid contained in the rosemary herb possess strong anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and tyrosinase-controlling properties to prevent aging.
Licorice
This effective herb contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Also, it has also been found to guard the skin from the harmful UV rays. Licorice's active ingredients include liquiritins, glabridins, glabrol, glycyrrhetinic acid, and glycyrrhizin.
Neem
Neem is already renowned for its ability to control bacteria and insects (anti-bacterial properties). With its hypoglycemic, anti-malarial and wound-healing properties, it is also known to have powerful free radical inhibiting and antioxidant properties.
Pomegranate
This herb has punicalagins, punicalins, gallagic acid and ellagic acid. Although some of these substances are not used commercially, these are found to be effective in neutralizing oxidants and free radicals.
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