Eclipta Albais the scientific name for a weed that grows in moist, tropical areas. It is one of the “herbs” used in Ayurvedic medicine for many maladies. Ayurveda is the holistic healing system of India. This healing system is places emphasis on the science of longevity and focuses on promoting good health throughout that longer life span. This holistic healing system is likely the oldest continuing healing system on the planet and is said to be at the core of all Asian medical systems.
Bringraj
Bringrajis the Indian name for eclipta alba and it can be used in powder, liquid or oil form. The entire plant, leaves and roots, is usable for some pretty amazing things. This totally natural substance is used in treating liver enlargement in addition to issues involving the gall bladder, spleen and other minor organs and areas inside the human body. Cirrhosis, bleeding and dysentery are also conditions that Ayurvedic medicine has been successful in treating with Bringraj. It is said that even hepatitis can be somewhat treated with it, though it is not touted as being a cure. Bringraj can be ingested as a powder or juice to help treat the symptoms of these conditions but it is not necessarily a cure for them. It helps to make the area of concern healthier and thus more able to combat the conditions that are causing the problems.
Eases Skin Conditions
This remarkable healing weed called Bringraj or eclipta alba can also be used to help ease the discomforts of some skin conditions. A paste can be made from the bringraj powder and applied directly to areas on the skin that are swollen and inflamed. It will reduce the swelling and any pain that may be associated with the inflammation. When applied to wounds, it will help the area heal more quickly and with less scar tissue formation. Skin conditions such as athlete’s foot, dermatitis and eczema are also treatable with the bringraj paste.
Great for Your Hair
Bringraj can be used for many hair conditions, too. One of the attributes of eclipta alba is that it nourishes and strengthens the hair shaft, making it look and feel healthier. It has natural rejuvenation properties so it can be used to treat baldness, hair loss and thinning quite well. One of the Ayurveda medical recommendations is to consume grams of the powder daily if you want to see intense positive changes in your hair. The substance can be made in an oil form and applied directly to the scalp to help treat baldness in both men and women.
A Treatment for Scorpion Stings and Anti-venom for Snake Bites
My research revealed that the leaves of the eclipta alba plant are used for treatment of scorpion stings in the areas where it grows naturally. The eclipta alba leaves are also used all over the world as an anti-venom treatment for some snake bites.
Eye and Ear Problems
The eclipta alba juice can be used in treating eye and ear conditions. My research revealed that conjunctivitis in the eyes can be treated with it and regular ear infections.
All in all, Eclipta Alba, or Bringraj if you know it by that name, seems to have some versatile and amazing healing attributes. It can dull aches and pains in various parts of the body, oil made from the plant can ease the pain of headaches naturally and the leaves can even be rubbed on the gums to reduce inflammation in the mouth. And, it does all of these things in a totally natural way – without the various and serious side affects that prescribed medication has. This is definitely a weed I need to have growing in my garden!
