{"id":11424,"date":"2022-04-28T16:53:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-28T11:23:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=11424"},"modified":"2026-04-03T13:20:52","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T13:20:52","slug":"health-benefits-of-giloy-the-ultimate-immunity-booster","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/health-benefits-of-giloy-the-ultimate-immunity-booster\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Health Benefits of Giloy – The Ultimate Immunity Booster"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
What Is Giloy?<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Giloy<\/a><\/li>
Potential Health Benefits of Giloy<\/a><\/li>
How to Consume Giloy?<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Giloy<\/a><\/li>
Conclusion<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThere\u2019s a growing trend nowadays towards using natural products such as herbs for managing health issues, although this practice is not new. Especially in India, the traditional medicine systems, such as Ayurveda, Unani, and Siddha ,which mainly use herbs to manage diseases, have been followed since ages ^{1<\/sup><\/a>. Giloy is one such medicinal herb that is highly valued in Ayurveda. and is said to have several potential health benefits. It aids in treating different types of fevers and other health related problems. It is believed to be one of the \u2018immortality\u2019 plants and called as amrita or amritavalli in Sanskrit}^{2<\/sup><\/a>. Let\u2019s have a detailed look at this wonder herb in this guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
<\/span>What Is Giloy?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nGiloy scientifically is the Tinospora Cordifolia plant, belonging to the family Menispermaceae. Commonly known as Guduchi, Gurcha, and heart-leaved moonseed, this plant is cultivated in tropical and subtropical region and is known for its rich nutritional value.^{<\/sup>The stem, root and leaves of this plant are used in ayurvedic medicines to manage several health conditions. Fresh plant is more commonly used than dried plant, because of its high effectiveness}^{3<\/sup><\/a>. Although it tastes bitter, according to ayurveda, it aids in removing Vata and Kapha dosha from the body}^{1<\/sup><\/a>. In India, it is one of the traditional medicinal herbs which is said to have various health benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
<\/span>Nutritional Value of Giloy<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nGiloy contains several essential nutrients such as copper, iron, manganese, zinc, calcium, and phosphorous. It also has alkaloids, steroids, glycosides, sesquiterpenoid, essential oils, fatty acids, and aliphatic compounds ^{3<\/sup><\/a>. The main nutritional content of giloy is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
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\u00a0Fiber : <\/strong>15.8%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u00a0Fat:<\/strong> 3.1%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Carbohydrates:<\/strong> 61.66%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Protein:<\/strong> 4.5% \u2013 11.2%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nThere are about 292.54 calories per 100g of giloy ^{3<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
Owing to its rich nutrient value, Giloy may have the following properties- anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, antispasmodic and immuno-boosting ^{3<\/sup><\/a>^,<\/sup>}^{4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
<\/span>Potential Health Benefits of Giloy<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Giloy is used in Ayurveda for managing several health conditions. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Managing Fevers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Chronic Fever:<\/strong> Giloy is used to manage chronic and recurrent fevers. It is an anti-inflammatory, antipyretic herb that aids in improving your immunity in order to fight against infection and also helps in speedy recovery^{5<\/sup><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
\u00a0Dengue Fever:<\/strong> Giloy is well known for its antipyretic property. Intake of giloy during dengue fever may help in improving the immunity and increasing the platelet count. This may avoid the risk of dengue fever complications and aid in speedy recovery. You can also take it along with tulsi leaves to help improve the platelet count^{5<\/sup><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
\u00a0Hay Fever:<\/strong> Giloy is said to be useful in managing hay fever\/allergic rhinitis. It reduces symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, nasal obstruction, and watering of eyes. To reduce temperature, you may mix Giloy powder with honey and eat have before sleep^{5<\/sup><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>}
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