{
  "id": 8228233,
  "title": "Giloy In Ayurveda: Nature's Remedy For Immunity, Skin And More",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/giloy-in-ayurveda-natures-remedy-for-immunity-skin-and-more",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-09-18T10:14:45.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/lifestyle/giloy-in-ayurveda-natures-remedy-for-immunity-skin-and-more"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ayurveda is a traditional system of medicine that provides natural remedies for various health issues, relying on herbs, spices, and other ingredients. One of the most valued herbs in Ayurveda is Giloy, also known as guduchi or amrita in Sanskrit. Acharya Balkrishnaji, co-founder of Patanjali Ayurved, discusses Giloy's numerous benefits and the giloy products offered by Patanjali.\n\nGiloy is a climbing plant found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, growing in wild deciduous areas and dry forests between Kumaon, Assam, as well as in states like West Bengal, Maharashtra, Bihar, Kerala, and Karnataka. The stem, leaves, and roots of Giloy are used in Ayurvedic medicines.\n\nAcharya Balkrishnaji highlights Giloy's skin benefits, stating that it effectively treats itching, ringworm, and eczema, as well as external skin conditions. This herb is also recognized as Tridosh-ghna (balancing all three doshas), Kapha-ghna (pacifying Kapha), Vata-ghna (pacifying Vata), and Kushtha-ghna (curing skin diseases), making it suitable for people with either a cold or hot constitution.\n\nFor those suffering from chronic fever, Giloy is suggested as a remedy. Acharya Balkrishnaji advises, \"Forget about the specific diagnosis and simply consume this divine medicine for a few days. This creeper, Giloy, will bring vitality and freshness to your barren life.\" Additionally, Giloy helps regulate blood sugar levels and manage metabolic functioning, making it beneficial for individuals with blood sugar issues. It also boosts digestive health and balances gut health.\n\nPatanjali offers several Giloy products to cater to various needs. Giloy Juice (500 ml) is an immunity booster that cleanses the system, while Divya Giloy Ghanvati Advance (39 grams) combines Giloy with other herbs like ashwagandha, neem, triphala, and tulsi to increase immunity, treat fever, reduce stress, purify the body, and improve digestion. Divya Giloy Kwath (200 grams) is used to boost platelet count, provide immunity, treat viral fevers, cleanse blood, and alleviate joint pain.",
  "summary": "Ayurveda offers natural solutions to every problem along with maintaining overall health. It includes using herbs, spices, and other ingredients as it is or in blend for better results. Giloy is considered special in Ayurveda for its numerous benefits. Acharya Balkrishnaji, the co-founder of Patanjali Ayurved, speaks about this valued herb, its benefits, and the giloy products offered by…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}