Banyan Tree :

The most attractive feature of a banyan tree is its ability to survive hundreds of years. It is an evergreen tree that grows in a tropical climate and can grow up to 21 meters in height. Besides its religious importance in Hinduism, a banyan tree also features extensively in Ayurveda as it can be used effectively against many ailments. The parts of the banyan tree that are used are aerial roots, latex, fruits, buds, and leaves.

A banyan tree is important to Indian society not only for its religious significance but also for the myriad of health benefits that you can derive from it. It can cure chronic diarrhea, dysentery, and piles. It eases leucorrhoea too. It treats gum and teeth disorders and lowers back and rheumatic pain.

It is also effective in treating female infertility. It also cures ear problems and can be used for the treatment of problems related to hair. Nasal problems, nausea, and diabetes can also be cured with it.

Nutritional Value of Banyan Tree :

 A banyan tree contains tons of nutrients. It has B Sister, esters, glycosides, leukocidin, quercetin, sterols, and friedelin. Besides these, it also contains bergapten, flavonoids, galactose, inositol, leucopenia, rutin, and tannins. It is also rich in ketones, polysaccharides, sitosterol, and toxic acid.

Health Benefits of Banyan Tree :

Treats diarrhea:

Taking the small budding leaves and soaking them in water creates a powerful astringent agent that is very good for healing diarrhea, gas, dysentery, and irritation of the GI tract.

Prevents tooth decay and gum disease :

Taking the aerial roots and chewing on them prevents gum disease, tooth decay, and bleeding gums. The aerial roots act as a natural toothpaste and also help with bad breath. It also makes the teeth strong. The aerial roots have anti-bacterial and astringent properties which are effective against most oral health problems.

Boosts immunity :

A strong immunity is quintessential to having a healthy life. Immunity helps you fight against diseases and protect you from them. The bark of the banyan tree is a good immune-boosting agent.

Prevents inflammation :

Arthritis and joint pain is associated with inflammation of the joints. This is not only painful but also restricts daily movement. The sap of the banyan leaves has anti-inflammatory properties so it can be helpful against conditions like arthritis.

Prevents depression :

Depression is a serious mental condition. Consuming fruits of the banyan tree is said to increase the levels of serotonin in the brain thus preventing depression.

Treats vaginal infections :

Vaginal infections can happen due to a lack of hygiene and because the vagina remains moist. Banyan tree bark as well as leaves can treat vaginal infections. Crush a handful of dried banyan leaves to make a tablespoon of powder. Boil this powder in a liter of water until the water reduces to half a liter. Let the infusion cool and then apply to the affected area.

Anti-bacterial and anti-fungal :

The bark of a banyan tree contains both anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. It controls bacterial and fungal infections.

Lowers cholesterol :

There are two types of cholesterol in our body- 'good' and 'bad'. The bark of the banyan tree works great in lowering bad cholesterol while keeping the good cholesterol level high.

Diabetes :

Diabetes is the most common lifestyle disease of modern times. Making an infusion of the roots of the tree is helpful in treating high blood sugar  levels.

Treats vomiting :

Consuming an infusion of the aerial roots of the tree calms the GI tract. This prevents vomiting .