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What is Giloy?

Giloy is a powerful herb in Ayurveda. It grows on trees with long stems. Mature, fully formed stems are collected in order to manufacture giloy extracts, juices, or powders.

It is rich in antioxidants and boosts immunity. Giloy aids in infection prevention, inflammation reduction, and digestion. The stems of giloy are cooked in water or used with tonics.

How is Giloy cultivated?

Giloy is made from stem cuttings and are planted near trees or other supports. It grows best in warm climates with moderate rainfall.

Farmers harvest the stems after they reach maturity. Stems are then collected, cleaned, and dried before being stored. For various uses in medicine and therapy, they are then processed into powders, tablets, or decoctions.

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Benefits of using Giloy

  • Drink fresh giloy juice daily to boost immunity.
  • Boil the stems to make a herbal decoction.
  • Use giloy tablets as a supplement.
  • Mix the giloy powder with warm water.
  • Add giloy to traditional kadha.
  • Combine with tulsi to relieve fever.
  • Add honey to improve the flavor.

How to use Giloy?

  • Drink giloy juice daily.
  • To produce a decoction, boil the stems.
  • One can take giloy as tablets.
  • Mix the water with the powder.
  • Add giloy to kadha.
  • It goes well with warm milk.
  • Use giloy drops in water.

What is Giloy?

Giloy is a powerful herb in Ayurveda. It grows on trees with long stems. Mature, fully formed stems are collected in order to manufacture giloy extracts, juices, or powders.

It is rich in antioxidants and boosts immunity. Giloy aids in infection prevention, inflammation reduction, and digestion. The stems of giloy are cooked in water or used with tonics.

How is Giloy cultivated?

Giloy is made from stem cuttings and are planted near trees or other supports. It grows best in warm climates with moderate rainfall.

Farmers harvest the stems after they reach maturity. Stems are then collected, cleaned, and dried before being stored. For various uses in medicine and therapy, they are then processed into powders, tablets, or decoctions.

Introduction

Giloy is also known as Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia). It is a powerful medicinal plant used in Ayurveda. It boosts immunity, improves digestion, reduces fever, and enhances overall vitality. Giloy is valued as a natural remedy for chronic illnesses and seasonal infections.

Nutritional Value of Giloy

Nutrients Fresh (per 100g) Dehydrated (per 100g)
Moisture (%) 31.36 9.64
Ash (%) 2.3 5.88
Carbohydrates (g) 3.34 7.53
Protein (g) 2.3 5.23
Fat (g) 0.36 1.05
Fibre (g) 11.321 52.295
Iron (mg) 5.87 22.55
Calcium (mg) 85.247 210
Vitamin C (mg) 56 16
Beta Carotene (μg) 30.37 428.5
Energy (Kcal) 88.64 240

How to Consume Giloy?

Giloy can be consumed as juice, powder, tablets, or decoction (kadha). Boil fresh giloy stem in water and strain it. You should take between 10 to 20 ml juice or 500 mg powder daily. Take it on an empty stomach.

Is giloy (Guduchi) good for dengue fever?

Yes, giloy is used to support recovery from dengue fever. It helps to boost immunity, reduce fever, improve platelet count, and strengthen the body. But it should always be used only under medical supervision during dengue treatment.

What is Giloy called in different languages?

Giloy in English

Giloy in English is called Heart-leaved Moonseed or Guduchi.

Giloy in Tamil

Giloy in Tamil is called சீந்தில்கொடி (Seenthil Kodi).

Giloy in Telugu

Giloy in Telugu is called తిప్పతీగ (Tippa Teega).

Giloy in Kannada

Giloy in Kannada is called ಅಮೃತಬಳ್ಳಿ (Amruthaballi).

Giloy in Bengali

Giloy in Bengali is called গুলঞ্চা (Gulancha).

Giloy HSN code

Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) is classified based on its form and use:

  • HSN 12119058 – Raw or dried Giloy used for medicinal or herbal purposes
  • HSN 3004 – Medicinal preparations (Giloy churna, tablets, syrup, kwath)
  • HSN 2106 – Herbal food preparations or health supplements

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Giloy can be taken daily in moderate amounts. You can take 10 to 20 ml juice or 500 mg powder.

The best time to consume Giloy is on an empty stomach in the morning or before meals. This will maximize absorption and enhance its immune-boosting and detoxifying benefits.

Giloy is safe for the liver and good for liver function. Though you should not take in excessive amounts or pre-existing liver conditions.