Black pepper (E), Kalimirch (H)
Named after one of the names of the sun, marich, it has the same qualities as this macrocosmic source of heat and light. It is warming, drying and stimulating to the circulatory, digestive and respiratory systems.

Mint (E), Peppermint (E), Horsemint (e), Pudina (H), Puthia (H)
This hardy perennial is famously fragrant. It is full of aromatic menthol which ‘wakes up’ the senses and decongests the orifices of the head as well as calming and relaxing digestion.

Peppermint & Pippali Formula
Reduces allergies and stops sneezing, itching and mucus production.

Long pepper (E), Pipal (H), Pimpli (H)
This small shrub grows all over the tropical forests of India. It is a fine rejuvenative to the respiratory system; its sweet post-digestive effect is very nourishing to the deeper reproductive tissues of the body.

Shirisha (H), Siris (H)
The bark of this tree is renowned for strengthening the lungs and clearing mucus accumulations from the lymph and lungs. It is a potent anti-allergenic herb.

Pomegranate (E), Anar (fruit) (H), Anardana (seeds) (H)
This beautiful red fruit is famed for its taste as well as being a fertility symbol. It specifically balances an acidic digestion, nourishes the heart and balances levels of oestrogen.

Psyllium husk (E), Isaphgul (H), Isadgol (H), Blond psyllium (E)
Ashvakarnam means ‘horse’s ear’ and relates to the shape of the small pink seed resembling the equine ear. Psyllium is a very useful demulcent bulk laxative for treating constipation from dryness.

Indian hogweed, Gadhapurana
Punarnava means ‘one that renews the old body’. Its rejuvenative action works via its opening and cleansing activity allowing effective nourishment to reach the tissues. It is a superb diuretic and it benefits the heart.

Punarnava Plus Formula
Reduces hypertension, relieves stress and clears fluids.

Indian elecampane (E), Poharmool (H)
This hardy perennial is in the same family as Europe’s Elecampane (Inula helenium). Pushkaramoola literally means ‘lotus root’ and is a big rooted, aromatic tonic with a specific affinity for the heart, lungs and digestive tract.