Forest Honey: – Health Benefits, Uses, Dosage, Properties

Uses of Vetiver Grass Root

1. Aromatherapy – Used in essential oils for relaxation and stress relief.
2. Cooling Drinks – Vetiver-infused water is consumed in summer for its cooling effect.
3. Environmental Conservation – Used in soil erosion control and water purification.
4. Fragrance Industry – A key ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics.
5. Hair Care – Strengthens hair roots and promotes hair growth.
6. Medicine – Used in Ayurveda to treat fevers, arthritis, and digestive issues.
7. Skin Care – Helps treat acne, scars, and dry skin conditions.

Health Benefits of Vetiver Water

1. Boots immunity: Vetiver roots have anti-oxidant properties. Thereby, it helps to fight against diseases and also boosts immunity. This water is totally harmless and can be given to children above the age of 2. (It can even be given to babies of 1+age, but some parents may be sceptical and hence I am recommending a 2+ age) However, if the water is given to toddlers, you can give just a glass a day instead of totally substituting with their regular drinking water. It also helps you to elimate free radicals.
2. Cools down the body: There is nothing more effective than vetiver water during summer. Though there are many natural coolants like tender coconut water, vetiver water has many medicinal benefits that be obtained. During summer, after spending some time outdoors, a glass of vetiver water can instantly cool your body and refresh your mind. Spend a few seconds inhaling the aroma of the glass of water in your hand and then drink it. Vetiver acts like a tonic and rejuvenates the mind and body. You can also squeeze a little lemon into the water but then I prefer just the natural taste. You could try both and take your pick.
3. Clearer Skin: The antiseptic properties present in vetiver clears up skin by slowly reducing appearance of pimples and acne, it also stimulates growth of new cells and tissues. It detoxifies the body and keeps it cool. All these result in clearer skin.
4. Diuretic: The diuretic nature of vetiver helps you flush out more toxins from your body. It increases the amount of urine and excretes impurities effectively.
5. Good for the nervous system: Vetiver has properties that soothe your nervous. The aroma in vetiver helps to reduce stress and calms the mind. The flavour has a calming effect. It also helps to reduce anger, restlessness, hypertension and symptoms of hysteria. Studies have shown that vetiver can be a natural remedy to treat Parkinson’s disease. When the water is consumed on a regular basis, it makes you feel relaxed and also helps you improve the health of your nervous system.
6. Helps to fight insomnia: Insomnia or sleeplessness ia a problem that many adults suffer due to restlessness/ stress/ hypertension. Drinking vetiver water instead of your regular drinking water through the day helps to slowly get rid of this problem. Regularly consume vetiver water for at least two weeks and you can see the impact in your day to day health and overnight sleep pattern. This is safe for consumption for everyone including children.
7. Reduces Headache: When you have unbearable headache, vetiver water can you get rid of it. It reduce internal inflammation and calms the body.
8. Reduces joint pains and arthritis: Vetiver has anti-inflammatory properties. Regular consumption of this water can heal wounds and reduce pain/ inflammation in joints which is severe in arthritis patients. Vetiver can provide you relief from this pain. It also stimulates the re-growth of tissues in wounded areas and helps to revive. Vetiver water can be prepared on a whole and consumed through the day.
9. Treats Jaundice: When the water is consumed regularly, it can help you treat jaundice effectively. It improves the function of the liver effectively which is the reason for bilirubin in the body. Jaundice when not treated at the right time, it can lead to non-reversible fatal conditions.

1. Detoxifies the Body – Helps cleanse toxins from the liver and blood.
2. Enhances Mental Clarity – Improves focus, concentration, and cognitive function.
3. Improves Digestion – Helps relieve bloating, constipation, and indigestion.
4. Lowers Stress and Anxiety – Acts as a natural sedative to calm the mind.
5. Prevents Skin Infections – Treats skin conditions like eczema and rashes.
6. Promotes Restful Sleep – Used in aromatherapy to combat insomnia.
7. Regulates Blood Pressure – Helps maintain healthy blood circulation.
8. Relieves Joint Pain – Beneficial for arthritis and muscle stiffness.
9. Supports Respiratory Health – Aids in treating coughs, colds, and asthma.