The holy Banyan, a.k.a ‘Bargad Ka Ped' is of great importance not only because of its religious stature but also for its ample health benefits. Imbibed with Vata balancing characteristics, Banyan is used for the treatment and management of diarrhoea, dysentery, leucorrhea, piles, gum and teeth disorders, lower back and rheumatic pain, female infertility, ear problems, skin and hair woes, nasal troubles, nausea and diabetes.