Givotia rottleriformis is native to dry deciduous forests of Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Kerala, and Sri Lanka, where it thrives in rocky and degraded landscapes.
Beyond its utility in woodcraft, the species is valued in traditional medicine for its anti-psoriatic, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial proper
Ayurveda in the management of osteoporosis; and role of Ayurvedic interventions in musculoskeletal disorders:-
1)Herbal Formulations: Classical Ayurvedic preparations such as
(i) Laksha Guggulu,(made of lac)
(ii) Maha Yogaraj Guggulu,
(iii)Pravala Pishti, (made of red corals)
(iv) Mukta Shukti Bhasma (made of pearls)
are traditionally used to promote bone strength and aid in healing.
2) Vata-Pacifying Diet &Lifestyle: Incorporating foods like
(i)_kulatthi (horse gram),
(ii)shunthi (ginger),
(iii)rasona (garlic),
(iv)munga (green gram),
(v)kushmanda (ash gourd)
along with fruits like pomegranate, mango*, and grapes* helps maintain bone density and vitality.( *for diabetic petients doctor's advise is required)
