SCIENTIFIC NAME: Cinnamomum tamala
HINDI NAME: Tejpatta
ENGLISH NAME: Indian Bay leaf
FAMILY: Lauraceae
SHORT DESCRIPTION
Tejpatta is a Dosha balancer, i.e. keeps Vata (Air component), Pitta (Fire+Water), and Kapha Dosha (Earth+Water) doshas in-check. It has a hot potency that promotes healthy digestion and decreases toxin accumulation in the body. Tejpatta is the dried leaves and flowers of the Tejpatta tree that are used as a spice and in Ayurvedic medicine.
USES AND HEALTH BENEFITS
- control the symptoms of asthma, the common cold and breathlessness.
- Lowers bad cholesterol levels
- Improves oral health especially bad breath
- Beneficial against wound infections
- Has anti-diabetic action
- Liver protective herb
PRECAUTIONS AND SIDE EFFECTS
- If taken in a high dose, might interfere with blood sugar levels. Monitor your sugar levels regularly.
- Might make the skin irritated. As a result, it is best to consume Tejpatta in small amounts.
- Consult your doctor about consuming tejpatta in pregnancy and lactation.
HOW TO USE
- A daily intake of 1-3g of bay leaves in herbal tea is associated with a 26% reduction in cholesterol levels.
- Tejpatta oil is useful in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
- In general for curing Diabetes, asthma, common cold and cholesterol related issues along with your medications, incorporate Tejapata powder in your routine. Swallow ¼-½ tsp with water after lunch and dinner to keep your levels stable.
