Properties According to Ayurveda: Ashwagandha is recognized as a powerful adaptogen for stress reduction, immune system support, sleep improvement, and increased stamina. It also has anti-inflammatory, anti-anxiety, and memory-enhancing properties.
Market Presence: This plant is available in herbal shops and stores as a powder or extract.
Presence in the Iranian Pharmaceutical Market: In pharmacies and online supplement stores, ashwagandha supplements are sold under names like “Ashwagandha Cyto,” “Ashwagandha Metabolic,” and “Ashwagandha Yamamoto” in capsule or powder form.
Effect on Doshas: Ashwagandha is especially beneficial for the Vata and Pitta doshas. It helps calm the nervous system and can balance the cold and dry qualities of Vata.
Bala (Sida cordifolia)
Properties According to Ayurveda: Bala is known as a nerve tonic, energy enhancer, and anti-inflammatory agent.
Market Presence: This plant is available in dried form in herbal shops.
Presence in the Iranian Pharmaceutical Market: Currently, it is not commonly found independently in the Iranian pharmaceutical market, but it is used in combination with other Ayurvedic herbs in some supplements.
Effect on Doshas: Bala is particularly beneficial for individuals with a Kapha dosha, as it can help increase energy and reduce lethargy.
Amla (Phyllanthus emblica)
Properties According to Ayurveda: Amla is rich in vitamin C and helps boost the immune system, promote skin and hair health, improve digestion, and enhance vision.
Market Presence: Amla is available in powdered or dried form in herbal shops.
Presence in the Iranian Pharmaceutical Market: Amla extract is found in natural vitamin C products and some shampoos containing Amla extract in pharmacies.
Effect on Doshas: Amla is very beneficial for the Pitta dosha, helping to reduce body heat and inflammation associated with Pitta.
Haritaki (Terminalia chebula)
Properties According to Ayurveda: Haritaki is recognized as a digestive tonic, anti-inflammatory, and memory enhancer.
Market Presence: Haritaki is available in dried or powdered form in herbal shops.
Presence in the Iranian Pharmaceutical Market: This plant is not available independently in the Iranian pharmaceutical market, but it is found in combinations with other herbs in supplements like “Triphala.”
Effect on Doshas: Haritaki is especially beneficial for the Kapha dosha as it helps detoxify the body and improve digestion.