


About Guduchi
Giloy called by lots of names like Amrita or gulwha in Sanskrit and gulvel or giloe in English is an all-purpose herb belonging to the Menispermaceae family and is classified as Tinospora cordifolia. Its heart-shaped leaves, yellow flowers, and red, cherry-like fruits are the distinguishing characteristics of this evergreen woody climber. Guduchi in Ayurveda is very important for its therapeutic and soothing effects and grows well in tropical to subtropical areas around the world. Because of its ability to produce sweet nectar, it is quite aptly called Amrita or “the sweetness of longevity.
Tinospora cordifolia is a Latin name.
Tinospora cordifolia is a botanical name.
Menispermaceae is the family.
Guduchi and Giloy are two common names.
Heart-leaved Moonseed is its English name.
Stem, Leaves, and Root

Ayurveda features of Guduchi

Rasa (taste): Tikta (bitter), Kashaya (astringent)

Guna (attributes) include Laghu (light) and Snigdha (oily)

Virya (potency): Ushna (hot)

Benefits of Vipaka (post-digestive impact) and Madhura (sweet)
Benefits of Guduchi

Immunity Booster:
Guduchi is a good source for immune-modulating and antioxidant activity that boosts the body’s cells and defense systems

Insulin and Cholesterol levels:
Keeps cholesterol levels in check and also sugar levels in check within the body naturally

Brain Power Enhancer:

Antipyretics and anti-inflammatory drugs:
Conventional Applications

Turmeric and honey combined with leaf and stem powder lowers cholesterol and diabetes.

Decoction increases longevity, cures chronic fevers, and sharpens the mind.
medicinal Uses

Skin and General Health Support
Diuretic and Digestive Properties
Acts as a diuretic, cooling agent, and digestive tonic.
Reproductive Health
Benefits genito-urinary health, gout, and impotence
Scientific insights

Scientific Study
This herb has remarkable anti-acid and hypoglycemic actions more potent than synthetic drugs such as glibenclamide. It enhances immunity, protects the body from cancer, prevents diseases such as malignant splenomegaly, and checks allergic rhinitis.