Bilva Fruit Powder, organic, half pound

Bilva is used in both siddha and Ayurvedic medicine. It is used for dry eyes, constipation, anorexia, and respiratory complaints.

Ingredients: certified organic Aegle marmelos powder.

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Bilwa, wildcrafted, 100 vegicaps

Bilva is often used for digestive and intestinal complaints as well as asthmatic-type conditions.

Ingredients: wildcrafted Aegle marmelos fruit in vegetarian capsules.

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Bringraj Powder, organic, 2 oz.

This powder can be mixed with ghee to make a paste to brush on the tonsils and tongue for the purpose of drawing out toxins and phlegm. This process is sometimes done in preparation for kaya kalpa longevity therapy. It can also be combined with pancha karma treatments.

Ingredients: certified organic Eclipta alba powder.

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Dashmoola, 100 vegicaps

Ingredients: blend of blend of Aegle marmelos, Oroxylum indicum, Gmelina arborea, Stereospermum suaveolens, Premna integrifolla, Desmodium gangeticum, Uraria lagopoides, Solanum indicum, Solanum xanthocarpum, Tribulus terrestris in vegetarian gelcaps.

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Female Rejuv, 60 capsules

The formula is intended to regulate the female cycle and alleviate spasms that contribute to pain and excessive fluid loss.

Ingredients: standardized extracts of Ashoka (Saraca indica), Karela (Symplocos racemosa), Anantmul (Hemidesmus indicus), and Shatawari (Asparagus racemosus).

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Ghee, 12 oz.

Grade AA sweet butter: no hormones, no coloring, no salt, no water, and no preservatives! This ghee is made fresh weekly in the old fashioned way!

Ingredients: clarified butter made in the traditional Indian manner.

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Hair Rejuv, 60 capsules

Ayurveda teaches that the hair should be full, lustrous, and attractive. To enjoy this natural state, proper nutrients are needed to support the hair follicles and growth.

Hair Rejuv provides the nutrients needed to grow healthy hair. It is intended for use by people whose hair is thin or thinning, dull, brittle, or falling out due to toxicity or hormone imbalance. This formula contains herbal extracts that are about 8-10 times stronger than raw herbs.

Ingredients: standardized extracts of Indian gooseberry, Emblica officinalis; Brahmi, Herpestis monniera; Shank Pushpi, Evolves alsinoides; Jatamansi, Nardostachys Jatamansi; Bringraj, Eclipta alba.

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Healthy Hair, 90 tablets

Ayurvedic teachers differ on whether hair loss and premature graying are due to vata or pitta, but all agree that luxurious, strong hair is the prize of those with water and earth constitutions. Bhringaraj leaf is the main ingredient in all Ayurvedic hair formulas. It aids both the scalp and hair. This formula supports the liver's work of removing toxins and may be more suitable for those whose hair issues stem from exposure to toxins (as opposed to male pattern baldness which is more of an adrenal issue.)

Ingredients: Bhringaraj leaf, Eclipta alba*; Amalaki fruit, Emblica officinalis*; Brahmi leaf, Centella asiatica*.

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Healthy Kapha, 90 tablets, 500 mg

This is a rather new product from Banyan Botanicals. As its name suggests, it was developed to reduce excess kapha. It is intended for long-term use by those with kapha constitutions and for temporary use by those going through a period of kapha imbalance due to seasonal changes or other factors.

Since kapha tends to accumulate in the lungs, this formula is warm enough to liquefy thick phlegm, but it also helps support proper elimination of excess fluids as well as better immune system function. To this extent, the formula might be regarded as an appropriate rasayana for those who live in cold or damp climates or for those with tendencies towards sluggishness.

Ingredients: Bibhitaki fruit (Terminalia belerica)*, Chitrak root (Plumbago zeylanica)*, Punarnava root (Boerhaavia diffusa)*, Tulsi leaf (Ocimum sanctum)*, Turmeric root (Curcuma longa)*, Bhumyamalaki herb (Phyllanthus fraternus)*, Ginger root (Zingiber officinale)*, Pippali fruit (Piper longum)*. *Certified organically grown

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Healthy Pitta. 90 tablets

This formula is intended for use by those with temporary or longer-term excess pitta. It is used to cool and calm the mind and liver.

Special notes: Ayurveda teaches that pitta tends to be stronger during the time roughly from puberty to middle age, the time when responsibilities and the demanding rajasic activities of the world are felt most strongly. To remain calm and centered, cooling and nouishing herbs are used to reduce toxicity and replenish depleted systems of the body.

Ingredients: Brahmi leaf (Centella asiatica)*, Bhringaraj leaf (Eclipta alba)*, Guduchi stem (Tinospora cordifolia)*, Shatavari root (Asparagus racemosus)*, Manjista root (Rubia cordifolia)*, Bhumyamalaki herb (Phyllanthus fraternus)*, Fennel seed (Foeniculum vulgare)*.

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Healthy Vata, 90 tablets, 500 mg.

Balancing Formula for Vata

Ingredients: Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)*, Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus)**, Vidari Kanda (Ipomoea digitata)*, Brahmi leaf (Centella asiatica)*, Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia)*, Kapikacchu (Mucuna pruriens)*, Cardamom seed (Elettaria cardamomum)*, Pippali (Piper longum)*.

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Kapi Kacchu, 100 vegecaps

This very powerful herb from the legume family has been part of Ayurvedic rejuvenative medicine for thousands of years. It is also an ingredient in many formulas for vata derangements that affect the neuromuscular system as well as libido. It has been studied intensely for its capacity to increase dopamine activity. It is popular among people studying lucid dreaming, but depending on the process used to make the herb, the levodopa may or may not have been leeched out prior to packaging.

Ingredients: certified organic Mucuna pruriens in vegetarian capsules.

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Male Rejuv, 60 tablets

Male Rejuv is formulated in a way to restore health and vitality to the male reproductive system. It uses historic principles for regulating nervous energy and increasing the production of male hormones and sperm.

Ingredients: standardized extracts of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Kamla (Mallotus phillippinensis), Pistacheo (pistacia terbinthus), Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum), Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans), Saffron (Crocus sativus), Cinnamomum iners, Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Moosli (Chlorophytum arundinaceum), Paeonia emodi, Indian Long pepper (Piper longam), Ginger (Zingiber officinale).

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Praas, Chywanprash, 1.1 pounds

This magic elixir has been proven effective with thousands of years of use to its credit. It is excellent for daily consumption and may be used by people of any age and gender.

Suggested Usage: 1 teaspoon 1-2 times a day. For a delicious treat spread on toast or crackers alone or with your favorite nut butter. Praas is a tonic -- it has restorative agents which when used on a regular basis may work to prevent health stresses.

Ingredients: Emblica officinalis (Indian gooseberry), Honey, Evaporated Canesugar, Clarified Butter (Ghee), Withania somnifera (Winter cherry), Curcuma zedoaria (Zedoary), Boerhavia diffusa (Spreading hogweed), Terminalia chebula (Myrobalan), Elettaria cardamomum (Cardamom), Cyperus rotundus (Nutgrass), Tribulus terrestris (Caltrops), Asparagus racemosus (Indian asparagus), Leptadenia reticulata, Piper longum (Long pepper), Pterocarpus santalinus (Sandalwood), Phylanthus urinaria, Adhatoda vasica (Malabar nut), Aquilaria agallocha (Aloe wood), Vitis vinifera (grapes), Aegle marmelos (Bael), Tinospora cordilfolia (Indian tinospora), Nelembium speciosium Indian lotus), Desmodium gangeticum, Clerodendrum phlomidis (Wind killer), Oroxylum indicum, Phaseolus trilobus (Wild kidney beans), Teramnus labialis, Solanum indicum (Egg plant), Glycyrrhiza glabra (Liquorice), Zingiber officinale (Dry ginger), Hemidesmus indicus (Indian sarsaparilla), Rhus succedanea (Galls), Corchorus fascicularis, Desmodium laxiflorum, Dioscorea sativa (Asiatic yam), Uraria picta, Stereospermum chelenio, Inula tacemosa, Herpestis monniera (Brahmi), Evolvulus alsinoides, Asclepias curassavica, Sida cordifolia, Pistacia integerrima, Solanum xanthocarpum, Gmelina arborea, Stereospermum suaveolens, Bambusa bambos (Bamboo camphor), Cinnamomum tamala (Indian Bay leaf), Cinnamomum verum (cinnamon), Mesua ferra (Cobra's saffron).

AyurBest, $

Prostate Rejuv, 60 capsules

Prostate Rejuv supports urogenital function. It is formulated for men over 40 who seek to protect the health of their reproductive system without dependence on hormones or drugs with unwanted side effects. This is a natural product that is easily tolerated.

Ingredients: standardized extracts of Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris), Purnarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Shilajit (Asphaltum album).

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Shatawari Ghee, 5 oz.

This ghee is tridoshic but is especially useful for pitta imbalances. It supports the female reproductive system and helps to regulate the menstrual cycle. It can be used internally, externally, or in cooking. Excessive use may aggravate the kapha dosha.

Ingredients: Ghee, Asparagus racemosus.

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Shilajit, 90 tablets

Some Ayurvedic pundits believe that all formulas work better if combined with shilajit. This famous Ayurvedic remedy is widely regarded as an anti-aging agent. It is a rejuvenative that cleanses the urinary tract and lungs; it enhances immunity and stamina. Shilajit purifies the blood by aiding the removal of excess kapha and toxins from the tissues. As an aphrodisiac, it increases vitality while toning the reproductive organs and supporting their proper function. It is balancing for all doshas and can be used for debility or weakness caused by age, injury or dysfunction.

Ingredients: Shilajit (mineral pitch) with cellulose, stearic acid, and magnesium stearate, binders suitable for vegetarians.

Banyan Botanicals, $