What Is Arjuna Herb?

Arjuna herb is made from the bark of an evergreen tree that grows in Himalayan forests. It contains strong antioxidant properties and is mostly used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat heart disease.

Heart Disease

• Arjuna improves cardiac function by stimulating your heart. It improves blood circulation to your heart and helps lower blood pressure. It also regulates cholesterol by suppressing the absorption of lipids into your blood.

Toxins

• Some of the compounds in arjuna protect your DNA against damage from toxins, which makes it a viable treatment for breast cancer, reversing the effects of smoking damage to the lungs, and aiding in the prevention of liver disease.

Side Effects

• As of July 2009, there are currently no known side effects related to the use of arjuna. As with any medication, consult your doctor before taking arjuna, particularly if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Dosage

• A normal dosage is to take one tablet twice a day with milk.

Purchasing Arjuna

• You can buy arjuna tablets and herbal formulas containing arjuna at natural food stores.