{"id":14570,"date":"2026-09-06T21:18:54","date_gmt":"2026-09-06T21:18:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/?p=14570"},"modified":"2026-09-06T21:19:49","modified_gmt":"2026-09-06T21:19:49","slug":"giloy-for-digestion-benefits-risks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/giloy-for-digestion-benefits-risks\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Giloy Actually Help Digestion? Cutting Through the Claims"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a9e87efe40a2\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #4d948b;color:#4d948b\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #4d948b;color:#4d948b\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a9e87efe40a2\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/giloy-for-digestion-benefits-risks\/#So_What_Is_Giloy\" >So, What Is Giloy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/giloy-for-digestion-benefits-risks\/#The_Detox_and_Immunity_Claims_Sorted\" >The Detox and Immunity Claims, Sorted<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/giloy-for-digestion-benefits-risks\/#Giloys_Digestion_Connection_What_the_Evidence_Says\" >Giloy&#8217;s Digestion Connection: What the Evidence Says<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/giloy-for-digestion-benefits-risks\/#How_Giloy_Is_Traditionally_Used_%E2%80%94_and_What_It_Wont_Do\" >How Giloy Is Traditionally Used \u2014 and What It Won&#8217;t Do<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/giloy-for-digestion-benefits-risks\/#Who_Should_Be_a_Little_More_Careful\" >Who Should Be a Little More Careful<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/giloy-for-digestion-benefits-risks\/#The_Honest_Bottom_Line\" >The Honest Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/giloy-for-digestion-benefits-risks\/#Ask_Happy_Tummy_GPT\" >Ask Happy Tummy GPT<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/giloy-for-digestion-benefits-risks\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Giloy has a long history in Ayurveda as a digestive herb, but its modern health claims go beyond the available evidence. Its traditional uses, potential benefits and safety concerns explained.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Expert reviewed by Qurath Ain, Certified Nutritionist and Clinical Dietitian<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>TL;DR<\/strong><br><br>Giloy&#8217;s Ayurvedic reputation as a digestive herb \u2014 Deepan (appetiser) and Pachan (digestive) \u2014 has some scientific logic behind it, and traditional use for indigestion, gas and hyperacidity is long-standing. But the marketing has run ahead of the evidence: much of the human research is preclinical or limited, and there&#8217;s also genuine, published evidence linking Giloy to liver injury in some people, especially with prolonged or high-dose supplement use. Use it the way your grandmother did \u2014 a mild, food-adjacent decoction, not a supplement-aisle miracle \u2014 and talk to a doctor first if you&#8217;re pregnant, on medication, or have an autoimmune or liver condition.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Giloy has been a cherished part of Indian households long before it caught the attention of the supplement industry. Your grandmother likely recognised it as the creeper along the boundary wall \u2014 the one she&#8217;d brew into a kadha whenever someone had a fever or felt a bit off in their stomach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today, you&#8217;ll find the same plant in five different forms at every pharmacy \u2014 juice, churna, tablets, capsules and satva \u2014 each making bold claims about benefits ranging from immunity to liver health to diabetes management. So what does Giloy actually do for digestion? Let&#8217;s be honest and specific about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"So_What_Is_Giloy\"><\/span><strong>So, What Is Giloy?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia, or \u201cGuduchi\u201d) is a staple of Ayurvedic medicine, native to India. Many Ayurvedic texts call it \u201cAmrita\u201d \u2014 the root of immortality. You&#8217;ll find it as juice, powder, tablets, and decoctions. Giloy is a medicinal herb. Every part of the giloy plant \u2014 the roots, the stem, the leaves, and its flowers \u2014 has antioxidant, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In traditional Ayurveda, Giloy belongs to the Rasayana class \u2014 herbs regarded as improving longevity, immunity and overall balance. It&#8217;s also described as tridoshic, meaning it&#8217;s considered suitable for all three doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha), which is one reason it&#8217;s been used so widely across generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Detox_and_Immunity_Claims_Sorted\"><\/span><strong>The Detox and Immunity Claims, Sorted<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>MARKETING CLAIM VS. WHAT&#8217;S ACTUALLY KNOWN<\/strong><br><br><strong>Immunity. <\/strong>There&#8217;s research \u2014 much of it preclinical or lab-based \u2014 suggesting Giloy may support immune-cell activity and help the body respond to certain infections. That&#8217;s a different claim from saying it improves everyday gut health or speeds up digestion, and it&#8217;s worth not blurring the two. It is used to improve the immune system and the body&#8217;s resistance against infections. The extract has the potential to inhibit pain and suppress inflammation due to the presence of antioxidants like flavonoids and alkaloids.<br><br><strong>Detox.<\/strong> There&#8217;s no scientific evidence supporting the idea of \u201cdetoxifying the gut\u201d with Giloy, or with any food or herb. Your liver and kidneys already do this job continuously, without help from a juice.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Giloys_Digestion_Connection_What_the_Evidence_Says\"><\/span><strong>Giloy&#8217;s Digestion Connection: What the Evidence Says<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Liver Function<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is often overlooked when discussing digestion, but it matters. The liver produces bile, which helps process nutrients from meals and filters what the gut absorbs \u2014 when it&#8217;s functioning well, digestion tends to run more smoothly, and fats are digested more efficiently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The liver is an important organ and plays a key role in the regulation of metabolism, storage of nutrients and detoxification. The factors that affect liver health are dietary deficiencies, infections, alcohol, drugs, chemicals and inborn errors of metabolism, etc.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No single herb, food or drink can improve liver functioning. Some tips to maintain and support good liver function:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Avoid excess consumption of high-fat foods and sodium; limit the consumption of deep-fried foods. Consumption of alcohol should be limited.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eat a balanced diet including all food groups.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eating food with fibre helps your liver work at an optimal level. Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, millets, multigrain, etc are good sources of fibre and contribute to your fibre needs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drink at least 8 glasses of water per day, as it prevents dehydration and helps your liver to function better.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Giloy is a beneficial herb; however, it may not help everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Deepan and Pachan (Not Just Ancient Words)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Two terms show up often on Giloy packaging: Deepan (appetiser) and Pachan (digestive). Deepan refers to a herb that&#8217;s said to ignite the digestive fire, preparing the gut to receive and process food. Pachan refers to the process of digesting food itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to Ayurvedic theory, most digestive problems \u2014 indigestion, gas, bloating, hyperacidity \u2014 are thought to stem from Ama, a toxic residue that builds up from slow or incomplete digestion. Traditionally, Giloy has been used to support digestion and help prevent that build-up. However, anything in excess can be harmful, so please consult with your healthcare provider before consuming it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Instead of seeing Giloy as a solution to symptoms, it&#8217;s more accurate to view it as systemic, gradual support.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Indigestion and Hyperacidity<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Traditional Ayurvedic texts often position Giloy as a go-to remedy for indigestion, hyperacidity and flatulence \u2014 consistent with its Pachan classification, which is why Giloy kadha or powder is traditionally taken after meals. This is one of the more frequently shared uses of Giloy across generations of Indian households. The mechanism is plausible from a food-science standpoint, even though the available clinical evidence in humans remains limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Digestive Enzyme Activity<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One interesting thread of Giloy research touches on digestive enzymes \u2014 the compounds your body produces to break down carbohydrates, proteins and fats. Some lab research has looked at whether Giloy&#8217;s natural amylase content (an enzyme that helps break down starch) might support enzymatic digestion directly, not just indirectly. It&#8217;s an early, interesting line of research rather than settled evidence. (For more on what digestive enzymes are and whether a supplement is worth it generally, see our digestive enzymes explainer.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td><strong>Claim<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What Tradition Says<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What the Evidence Actually Shows<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Immunity<\/strong><\/td><td>Amrita \u2014 broadly immune-supporting<\/td><td>Preclinical\/lab support for immune-cell activity; limited human clinical evidence<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Digestion (Deepan\/Pachan)<\/strong><\/td><td>Used for indigestion, gas, hyperacidity<\/td><td>Plausible mechanism; traditional use is long-standing; clinical trials in humans are limited<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Gut \u201cdetox\u201d<\/strong><\/td><td>Marketed as a detox\/cleanse<\/td><td>No scientific evidence \u2014 liver and kidneys already do this job<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Diabetes management<\/strong><\/td><td>Marketed for blood sugar<\/td><td>Preclinical evidence only \u2014 not established in humans; not a substitute for prescribed treatment<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>CASE STUDY<\/strong><br><br><em>Lakshmi, a 52-year-old in Coimbatore, grew up watching her mother simmer Giloy stems into a kadha whenever the family felt \u201coff.\u201d She started making a small cup for herself a few times a week after lunch \u2014 not as a cure for anything, just a habit she&#8217;d inherited. She didn&#8217;t take any packaged tablets or juice, and she checked with her doctor since she&#8217;s on thyroid medication. A few months in, she can&#8217;t say Giloy transformed her digestion, but she says the after-lunch heaviness she used to get has eased somewhat \u2014 and she likes the ritual of it as much as any effect.<\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Giloy_Is_Traditionally_Used_%E2%80%94_and_What_It_Wont_Do\"><\/span><strong>How Giloy Is Traditionally Used \u2014 and What It Won&#8217;t Do<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re adding Giloy to your routine in a way that aligns with its traditional, better-supported uses: traditional formulations often pair it with ginger and black pepper, both well-known digestive herbs. Many Ayurvedic practitioners favour a fresh decoction \u2014 simmering small pieces of Giloy stem in water and drinking it warm \u2014 over pre-packaged juice or tablets. Moderate, regular amounts work better than a large one-off dose, and consistency over weeks matters more than any single serving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What it&#8217;s not going to do: it won&#8217;t work overnight \u2014 Rasayana herbs are understood to act gradually with regular use, not as an instant fix. It&#8217;s not a cure for a diagnosed digestive condition \u2014 not IBS, not acid reflux \u2014 and any brand implying otherwise is overstating its case. And it&#8217;s not a substitute for medical treatment: if you have a diagnosed digestive condition, Giloy might be a reasonable addition to your routine, but only alongside what your doctor has actually recommended, not instead of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Quality also varies more than people expect. India&#8217;s supplement industry has real regulatory inconsistencies, and the concentration of active compounds differs a lot between products \u2014 a commercial juice from a supermarket shelf is a genuinely different thing from a freshly prepared stem decoction. That&#8217;s worth knowing before deciding whether something is \u201cworking.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Should_Be_a_Little_More_Careful\"><\/span><strong>Who Should Be a Little More Careful<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>A FEW SENSIBLE CAUTIONS<\/strong><br><br><strong>Using it regularly, especially a packaged product? <\/strong>Published Indian case series have linked prolonged or high-dose Giloy use \u2014 more often packaged supplements than fresh decoctions \u2014 to genuine liver injury in some people, occasionally with autoimmune features. If you notice unusual fatigue, yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, or abdominal pain while taking Giloy, stop and see a doctor.<br><br><strong>Have an autoimmune condition? <\/strong>Some of the reported liver-injury cases involved autoimmune features. Talk to your doctor before starting Giloy if you have an autoimmune condition.<br><br><strong>Pregnant? <\/strong>Traditional use during pregnancy isn&#8217;t well studied. If you&#8217;re pregnant, check with your doctor before adding Giloy to your routine.<br><br><strong>On regular medication? <\/strong>Giloy&#8217;s immune-modulating activity means it&#8217;s worth mentioning to your doctor if you&#8217;re on any regular medication, particularly anything affecting the immune system or liver. Herbs can interfere with treatments such as dialysis, chemo, etc. Individuals who have kidney, gastro and liver ailments should be cautious and consult with their doctors before consuming.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Honest_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Honest Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Deepan and Pachan classification isn&#8217;t just clever marketing \u2014 it&#8217;s rooted in centuries of Ayurvedic observation, and the traditional, food-adjacent use of Giloy has a genuine internal logic behind it. But what the supplement aisle has done to a reasonable traditional herb is turn it into a product that frequently oversells its benefits while saying little about its risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use Giloy the way it was meant to be used \u2014 a steady, moderate, food-related companion, not a cure and not a shortcut. Your grandmother&#8217;s kadha was onto something. Just go in with clear eyes about what the evidence actually supports, and check with a doctor first if any of the cautions above apply to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ask_Happy_Tummy_GPT\"><\/span><strong>Ask Happy Tummy GPT<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;I&#8217;m thinking about trying Giloy for digestion \u2014 based on my health history, what should I ask my doctor before starting?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Does Giloy actually help digestion?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There&#8217;s a plausible, traditionally supported case for it \u2014 Ayurveda classifies it as Deepan and Pachan, and it&#8217;s long been used after meals for indigestion, gas and hyperacidity. Human clinical evidence is still limited, so treat it as reasonable food-first support, not the only proven fix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Is Giloy safe to take daily?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In moderate amounts, traditionally prepared, it&#8217;s generally considered safe for most people in the short term. Regular, prolonged or high-dose use \u2014 especially of packaged products \u2014 is where documented safety concerns (see below) become more relevant, so \u201cdaily forever\u201d isn&#8217;t automatically the safest choice, especially for individuals with serious health conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Can Giloy cause liver damage?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There&#8217;s published evidence \u2014 including a multicentre Indian study \u2014 linking Giloy use to liver injury in some people, particularly with prolonged or high-dose supplement use. It&#8217;s not common, but it&#8217;s real and documented, not fringe. Watch for unusual fatigue, yellowing skin or eyes, dark urine, or abdominal pain, and see a doctor if they appear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Is Giloy safe during pregnancy?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Traditional use in pregnancy isn&#8217;t well studied. If you&#8217;re pregnant, check with your doctor before adding Giloy to your routine rather than assuming it&#8217;s fine because it&#8217;s a traditional herb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Does the form \u2014 juice, powder, tablets \u2014 matter?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Many Ayurvedic practitioners favour a fresh stem decoction over packaged juice or tablets, partly because the concentration of active compounds in commercial products varies a lot due to inconsistent regulation. Fresher, simpler preparations are generally the more traditional and better-understood option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Disclaimer: This is general information, not medical advice. If symptoms continue, are severe, or keep coming back, it&#8217;s worth speaking to a doctor. Sudden weight loss, blood in stool, severe or persistent pain, difficulty swallowing, or signs of liver trouble (yellowing skin\/eyes, dark urine, unusual fatigue) need prompt medical attention. For children, during pregnancy, or for older adults, follow a doctor&#8217;s guidance before making changes.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Giloy has a long history in Ayurveda as a digestive herb, but its modern health claims go beyond the available evidence. 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