Ayurveda is a traditional Uighur medicine that is known for its warming and dispersing properties. It is used to treat various digestive issues such as stomach pain, bloating, nausea, and loss of appetite. Ayurveda is also effective in treating inflammation, joint stiffness, and intestinal infections. In India, Ayurveda is used in cooking and is known as bishop'sweed or carom. It is often used in Gujarati cuisine.
Usage and Dosage: Ayurveda can be taken as a decoction, with a recommended dosage of 1-2.5 grams.
Indications: Ayurveda is used to treat abdominal pain, indigestion, nausea, diarrhea, menstrual pain, urinary stones, and skin infections.
Distribution: Ayurveda is widely cultivated in Xinjiang, China, particularly in the regions of Hotan and Kashgar.
Efficacy and Functions: Ayurveda has the ability to dispel cold, improve digestion, kill bacteria, and promote urination. It is used for poor appetite, stomach pain, urinary difficulties, urinary stones, paralysis, and skin diseases.
Pharmacological Effects: Ayurveda contains thymol, which has antimicrobial and antifungal properties. It can be used to kill bacteria and fungi in the mouth and throat, prevent tooth decay, and provide local anesthesia. It is also effective in treating skin infections and fungal diseases.
It should be noted that Ayurveda has a similar toxicity to phenols, but its local effects are not as strong. In large doses, it may cause abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and central nervous system stimulation, although seizures are rare. Ayurveda oil, which contains 30% phenols, is toxic to earthworms. A 10% alcohol extract of Ayurveda has inhibitory effects on Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, and is used as an expectorant for respiratory diseases when diluted.
