Boswellia Serrata, 100 vegicaps, 450 mg.

Most Ayurvedic texts discuss the anti-inflammatory properties of this illustrious member of the frankincense family. It has become a popular herb for joint pain.

Ingredients: ethically wildcrafted Boswellia serrata resin in vegetarian capsules.

Vadik Herbs, $

Chyawanprash, 21 oz., Now with Fresh Amla!

Traditional Ayurvedic herbal jam made with amalaki, the world's best source of vitamin C. Chyawanprash is India's most famous rejuvenative and antioxidant jam. Besides Emblica officinalis, the jam contains ghee (clarified butter), raw honey, and many herbs and spices that together promote deeper assimilation of nutrients.

From the supplier: the "Ayurvedic One-A-Day" with organically grown ingredients. The most authentic formula available in the U.S. Imported direct from India with complete safety testing and quality control.

Ingredients: standardized extracts of Indian gooseberry (emblica officinalis), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Shatawari (asparagus racemosus), Udakiryaka (caesalpinia digyna), Arjun (terminalia arjuna), Japa (herpestis monniera), Shank Pushpi (evolves alsinoides), Ashwagandha (withania somnifera), Bilwa (aegle marmelos), clerodendron phlomidis, Shyonaka (oroxylum indicum), Gunbhari (gmelina arboria), stereospermum suaveolens, Bala (sida cordifolia), Dhatura (desmodium gangeticum), uraria lagopoides, phaseolus tribbus, termanu labiais, Indian Long pepper (piper longum), solanum indicum, Kanta Kari (solanum xanthocarpum), Pistaceo (pistacia integerrima), Bhumy Amalaki (phyllanthus niruri), Draksha (vitis vinifera), Haritaki (terminalia chebula), hedychium spicatm, Musta (cyperus rotundus).

Vadik Herbs, $

Mental Clarity, 90 tablets, 500 mg.

This formula supports all aspects of mental performance: clarity, concentration, perceptivity, and memory. It helps counteract excess vata problems such as distraction, confusion, and forgetfulness. For students who are mentally exhausted, it can be used in conjunction with Ashwagandha.

Ingredients: Brahmi leaf, Hydrocotyle asiatica; Herpestis herb, Bacopa monniera; Bhringaraj leaf, Eclipta alba; Jatamansi root, Nardostachys jatamansi; Shankha Pushpi herb, Evolvulus alsinoides; Guduchi herb, Tinospora cordifolia; Ashwagandha root, Withania somnifera; Vidari root, Ipomomea digitata; Scullcap herb, Scutellaria lateriflora; Tagara root, Valerian wallichi; Licorice root, Glycyrrhiza glabra; Ginger root, Zingiber officinale; Pippali fruit, Piper longum; Nutmeg, Myristica fragrans; Cardamom seed, Elettaria cardomomum; Clove, Syzygium aromaticum; reduced iron.

Banyan Botanicals, $

Praas, Chywanprash, 1.1 pounds

This magic elixir has been proven effective with thousands of years of use to its credit. It is excellent for daily consumption and may be used by people of any age and gender.

Suggested Usage: 1 teaspoon 1-2 times a day. For a delicious treat spread on toast or crackers alone or with your favorite nut butter. Praas is a tonic -- it has restorative agents which when used on a regular basis may work to prevent health stresses.

Ingredients: Emblica officinalis (Indian gooseberry), Honey, Evaporated Canesugar, Clarified Butter (Ghee), Withania somnifera (Winter cherry), Curcuma zedoaria (Zedoary), Boerhavia diffusa (Spreading hogweed), Terminalia chebula (Myrobalan), Elettaria cardamomum (Cardamom), Cyperus rotundus (Nutgrass), Tribulus terrestris (Caltrops), Asparagus racemosus (Indian asparagus), Leptadenia reticulata, Piper longum (Long pepper), Pterocarpus santalinus (Sandalwood), Phylanthus urinaria, Adhatoda vasica (Malabar nut), Aquilaria agallocha (Aloe wood), Vitis vinifera (grapes), Aegle marmelos (Bael), Tinospora cordilfolia (Indian tinospora), Nelembium speciosium Indian lotus), Desmodium gangeticum, Clerodendrum phlomidis (Wind killer), Oroxylum indicum, Phaseolus trilobus (Wild kidney beans), Teramnus labialis, Solanum indicum (Egg plant), Glycyrrhiza glabra (Liquorice), Zingiber officinale (Dry ginger), Hemidesmus indicus (Indian sarsaparilla), Rhus succedanea (Galls), Corchorus fascicularis, Desmodium laxiflorum, Dioscorea sativa (Asiatic yam), Uraria picta, Stereospermum chelenio, Inula tacemosa, Herpestis monniera (Brahmi), Evolvulus alsinoides, Asclepias curassavica, Sida cordifolia, Pistacia integerrima, Solanum xanthocarpum, Gmelina arborea, Stereospermum suaveolens, Bambusa bambos (Bamboo camphor), Cinnamomum tamala (Indian Bay leaf), Cinnamomum verum (cinnamon), Mesua ferra (Cobra's saffron).

AyurBest, $

Pressure Control, 100 tablets

This is an Ayurvedic circulatory that helps normalize blood pressure, reduce cholesterol, and improve circulation to all parts of the body. Pressure Control helps to stabilize blood pressure and bring the diastolic and systolic pressures to safe and normal levels. Please note that the formula contains the ingredients in Triphala so you can avoid redundancy by discontinuing or reducing the dosage of Triphala.

Ingredients: standardized extracts of Rudraksha, Elaeocarpus ganitrus; Dashmoola (ten herbal root blend), Haritaki, Terminalia chebula; Bibitaki, Terminalia belerica; Amalaki, Emblica officinalis; Brahmi, Herpestis monniera; Ashwagandha, Withania somnifera; Bringraj, Eclipta alba; Arjun, Terminalia arjuna; Purnarnava, Boerhaavia diffusa; Anantmul, Hemidesmus indicus; Tagar, Valeriana wallichii; Indian laburnum, Cassia fistula; Indian Dill, Anethum sowa; and Pipli, Piper longum.

*Should be taken under the guidance of a physician.

Vadik Herbs, $

Shilajit, 90 tablets

Some Ayurvedic pundits believe that all formulas work better if combined with shilajit. This famous Ayurvedic remedy is widely regarded as an anti-aging agent. It is a rejuvenative that cleanses the urinary tract and lungs; it enhances immunity and stamina. Shilajit purifies the blood by aiding the removal of excess kapha and toxins from the tissues. As an aphrodisiac, it increases vitality while toning the reproductive organs and supporting their proper function. It is balancing for all doshas and can be used for debility or weakness caused by age, injury or dysfunction.

Ingredients: Shilajit (mineral pitch) with cellulose, stearic acid, and magnesium stearate, binders suitable for vegetarians.

Banyan Botanicals, $