According to Ayurveda, Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is primarily caused by an imbalance in the three Doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha) in the body. However, the specific Doshas that are imbalanced may vary from person to person.
Here are 10 rare herbs that are beneficial for PMS, along with their Hindi and English names and their benefits:
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Ashoka (Saraca indica) – अशोका: Ashoka is a potent uterine tonic that helps regulate menstrual flow and reduces pain and discomfort during periods. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce inflammation and swelling in the body.
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Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) – शतावरी: Shatavari is a rejuvenating herb that balances hormones and helps reduce PMS symptoms such as mood swings, bloating, and breast tenderness.
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Guggulu (Commiphora mukul) – गुग्गुल: Guggulu has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce pain and inflammation during periods. It also helps balance hormones and regulate menstrual flow.
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Bala (Sida cordifolia) – बला: Bala is a powerful uterine tonic that helps strengthen the uterus and reduce menstrual cramps and pain.
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Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) – ब्राह्मी: Brahmi is an adaptogenic herb that helps reduce stress and anxiety, which can exacerbate PMS symptoms. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce inflammation and swelling in the body.
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Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi) – जटामांसी: Jatamansi is a calming herb that helps reduce stress and anxiety. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce pain and inflammation during periods.
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Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia) – मंजिष्ठा: Manjistha is a blood-purifying herb that helps reduce menstrual cramps and pain. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce inflammation and swelling in the body.
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Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa) – पुनर्नवा: Punarnava is a diuretic herb that helps reduce water retention and bloating during periods. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce inflammation and swelling in the body.
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Tagar (Valeriana wallichii) – टागर: Tagar is a calming herb that helps reduce stress and anxiety. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce pain and inflammation during periods.
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Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra) – यष्टिमधु: Yashtimadhu is a soothing herb that helps reduce inflammation and pain during periods. It also helps balance hormones and regulate menstrual flow.
