Herbs for Immunity
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During the winter months of cold and flu season, herbal allies can be a great help in supporting our immune systems. Out of the array of Ayurvedic immune boosters, here are three of the most important.
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Ashoka Tree | Saraca indica
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Ashoka Tree
At the time of dawn you opened to the drops of rain
Born as an Evergreen in the rain forest
Living throughout India and Sri Lanka
Rising straight in to the sky
Like a seeker raising the awareness into the abode of God
Ashoka Tree
Dressed in long leavesand dark brownish black bark
Blooming in the spring
Pink and yellow-orange flowers
Offering delightful fragrance to all
Turning red like the color of blood
Ashoka Tree
As a uterine tonic you heal the feminine
Bringing hope and joy to all women
Taking away grief and sorrow
You are Sacred
Dedicated to the God of Love
Ashoka Tree
Wild and free
Filled with Shakti power
Named like the female deities of the Jainas
Blessed for witnessing the birth of the Buddha
Blessed for witnessing the first meeting of Sita and Hanuman
You are loved.
By Heidi Nordlund
Spring, 2010
Gotu Kola Brahmi | Centella Asiatica
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Oh Gotu Kola, who are you?
Arriving on flat frog-foot shaped leaves and
Adorned in small hidden petals of pink and light blue
Herb of the Gods known as Brahmi too
Brain and Nerve tonic to the rescue
Creeping through marshy ground to save Mājja Dhātu
Choice of environment disguising your value
Oh Gotu Kola, who are you?
Arriving on flat frog-foot shaped leaves and
Adorned in small hidden petals of pink and light blue
By Gloria G. Garrett
April, 2010
