How it helps:

v     A good herbal Anti Viral and Anti Microbial Formulation.

v      Helps Boost Immunity and stimulates body's natural defense against Flu and Colds

v     Ayurvedic Remedy for Common cold and flu.

v     Ayurvedic Remedy for Common cold and flu.

v     Helps liquefy phlegm and facilitate mechanism of expectoration

v    Recommended as safe prophylactic and supportive supplement against Malaria, Dengue and other  epidemic fevers.

 Ingredients:

• Swertia chirata (Chireta) Chirayta                                                        

• Zingiber officinalis (Ginger) Sonth                                                        

• Ocimum sanctum (Holy basil) Tulsi     

•  Curcuma longa (Turmeric) Haldi     

• Alpinia galanga (Greater galangal) Kulanjan        

• Andrographis paniculata (Creat) Kalmegh  

• Hyssopus officinalis (Hyssop) Jufah   

• Cinnamon zeylinicum (Cinnamon) Dalchini

• Piper longum (Long pepper) Pippali      

• Piper nigrum (Black pepper) Kalimarich

Swertia chirayta (Chireta) Chirayta:

According to Ayurveda, this herb is a bitter tonic found in the temperate Himalayas at altitudes of 1,200-3,000 m.  It possesses anti Viral, anti-microbial (against gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria), anti malarial, antifungal and significant anti-inflammatory activity.  A good herbal antiseptic and shows anti-leishmanial activity.  It also yields a glucoside [1, 3, 6, 7-tetrahydroxyxanthone-C-2-ß-D-glucoside (mangiferin)] which shows a significant immunomodulatory potential.

Zingiber officinale (Ginger, dry) Sonth:

.Zingiber officinale is an effective remedy for various ailments such as colds and flu, nausea and stomach upsets. It is a very "warming" herb, and is used in "cold" conditions.   It inhibits the growth of influenza virus by activating macrophage system (cells which destroys antigens). It not only reduces the intensity but also prevents the occurrence of flu by not allowing ama or toxins to accumulate in the body.

Ocimum sanctum (Holy basil) Tulsi:

Holy basil has antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antiseptic properties. It is a good anti pyretic(brings down fever)   herb.  It is rich in vitamin C, carotene, calcium and phosphorus thus nourishes the body and protects it from external assaults.  It raises the human body immunity by increasing the antibody production. It has been found to possess significant anti-inflammatory activity against PGE2 and leukotriene. In many of the researches it was found that extracts of Holy basil, and its selected purified components, namely apigenin, linalool and ursolic acid, exhibit a broad spectrum  antiviral activity.  Researches have also shown that it reduces excess immune response in allergic asthma and allergies while enhancing normal immune function.

Alpinia galanga (Greater galangal) Kulanjan:

In Ayurvedic texts it is described as warming and mildly stimulating to a weak digestive system, liquefy the accumulated kapha and good against disorders like flu, sinusitis, bronchitis, intermittent fever etc.  Alpinia galanga has anti-inflammatory , expectorant, and nervine properties. It contains enzymes, polysaccharides and nutrients, which exhibit antibacterial effect and acts against streptococci, staphylococci and coliform bacteria.

Curcuma longa (Turmeric) Haldi:

A good blood purifier, pitta pacifying herb removes toxins from the blood, treats active inflammation and reduces the symptom like running nose, sneezing, itching etc.  Its antihistaminic property helps in allergic disorders. In cases of tropical eosinophillia haridra has shown significant results. The volatile oils and curcumin of Curcuma longa exhibit potent anti-inflammatory effects. Oral administration of Curcuma longa significantly reduced inflammatory swelling. Extracts of turmeric and its curcumin component exhibit strong antioxidant activity, comparable to vitamins C and E.

Andrographis paniculata (Creat) Kalmegh:  

known in traditional Ayurvedic medicine as an immune booster which helps reduce the severity of cold symptoms and used as prophylaxis against bad cold and flu.  Andrographis has demonstrated significant activity in fighting common cold, flu, and upper respiratory infections.  Clinical trials were performed to investigate the effect of extract of Andrographis paniculata in the treatment of upper-respiratory tract infections. The study revealed that andrographis can reduce the symptoms associate with upper repiratory infection especially throat symptoms showed the most significant improvement. Andrographis contains many flavonoids, which have anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, anti malarial activity and have a positive effect on the immune system. In Sweden, Andrographis has been used for more than 10 years as a primary herb in  the winter season for immune support against flu.

Hyssopus officinalis (Hyssop) Jufah:

Hyssop promotes the expulsion of mucus from the respiratory tract.  This herb relieves congestion and helps liquefy the mucus build up. It is active in protecting epithelial cells against damage caused by influenza A virus.

Cinnamomum zeylanicum(Cinnamon) Dalchini:

Cinnamon has been traditionally taken as a warming herb for "cold" conditions, often in combination with ginger (Zingiber officinale). The herb stimulates the circulation and has been used for controlling the symptoms of viral conditions such as colds and flu. A good anti infective agent, useful in relieving cold, cough and congestion due to its soothing action. It Pacify pitta and helps in conditions of throat irritation, burning eyes, headaches etc.Cinnamon has been proved to be useful in infectious conditions of the respiratory tract

Piper longum (Long pepper) Pippali:

Long pepper like its relative black pepper is a powerful stimulant for the digestive and respiratory systems. Pippali is strongly heating, removes colds, congestion and toxins and revives weak organ functions.  Pippali is a strong rejuvenative mainly for the lungs and is used along with other herbs in most formulas to increase their absorption and effectiveness.

Piper nigrum (Black pepper) Marich:

It strengthens the digestion and helps in eliminating the mucus and cleansing the lymph glands naturally.  According to ayurveda   the main cause of colds comes from having a weak digestive system which creates toxic ama. This ama when gets lodge in the respiratory system favours the replication of virus and multiplication of bacteria. Ginger who warms the digestion and respiratory passage removes this toxic ama and act as good prophylaxis against cold, cough, flu etc. It is much employed as an aromatic stimulant in weakness following fevers.  It has bacteriostatic and fungi static properties.  Piper Nigrum is used in ayurveda to treat asthma, cough, diarrhea, fever, gastric ailments and indigestion.  This spice can also help in softening thick sputum, sinus congestion and sore throat.