Heart Tone
$31.95
What This Product Does
- Strengthens heart function and improves circulation*
- Reduces chest discomfort and supports healthy blood pressure*
- Protects against heart disease and improves exercise tolerance*
How to Use
15–30 mL twice daily with equal parts water after meals.
Key Ingredients
Full Ingredients: Terminalia arjuna (Bark), Vitis vinifera (Fruit), Madhuca indica (Flower), Woodfordia fruticosa (Flower), Jaggery
Ayurvedic Energetics
| Rasa (Taste) | Kashaya (Astringent), Tikta (Bitter) |
| Virya (Potency) | Sheeta (Cooling) |
| Vipaka (Post-digestive) | Katu (Pungent) |
| Dosha Action | Primarily pacifies Pitta and Kapha; hridya (cardiac tonic) action; supports Sadhaka Pitta |
Science & Research
The premier Ayurvedic cardiovascular tonic, based on Terminalia arjuna bark — one of the most extensively researched cardioprotective botanicals. Arjunolic acid and arjunic acid demonstrate positive inotropic action (comparable to digoxin in experimental models) through enhancement of myocardial contractility without increasing heart rate. Clinical trials demonstrate improved left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF), reduced anginal frequency, and improved exercise tolerance in ischemic cardiomyopathy patients. Arjuna bark also provides significant endothelial function improvement through enhancement of flow-mediated dilation (FMD) and nitric oxide bioavailability. The arishta fermentation format optimizes extraction of hydrophobic triterpenoids and ellagic acid, providing superior bioavailability compared to powder or decoction. Additional cardioprotective action includes LDL-C reduction and prevention of lipid peroxidation in coronary vessels.
Clinical Key Functions
- Fermentation-optimized hydrophobic triterpenoid extraction and bioavailability*
- Coronary lipid peroxidation prevention and LDL-C reduction*
- Anti-anginal activity with improved exercise tolerance*
Selected Research
- Dwivedi S, Agarwal MP. Antianginal and Cardioprotective Effects of Terminalia arjuna. Eur J Heart Fail. 2002;4(2):183-188.
- Bharani A, et al. Salutary effect of Terminalia arjuna in patients with severe refractory heart failure. Int J Cardiol. 2002;49(3):191-199.
- Maulik SK, Katiyar CK. Terminalia arjuna in cardiovascular diseases: making the transition from traditional to modern medicine in India. Curr Pharm Biotechnol. 2010;11(8):855-860.
- Kapoor D, et al. Role of Arjunarishta in cardiovascular disorders — A review. J Ayurveda Integr Med. 2014;5(4):229-235.
Ayurvedic Philosophy
Arjuna bark is the cornerstone of Ayurvedic cardiology, classified as the premier Hridya (cardiac tonic) dravya. The Ashtanga Hridayam specifically prescribes Arjuna Kshirapaka (Arjuna bark decoction in milk) for Hridroga (heart disease). In Ayurvedic cardiac pathology, the Hridaya (heart) is the seat of Sadhaka Pitta (governing emotions), Avalambaka Kapha (providing cardiac structural support), and Vyana Vayu (governing circulation). Heart disease arises from Ojakshaya (depletion of vital essence) combined with Kapha Vriddhi (excess Kapha) obstructing Hridayavahasrotas (cardiac channels). Arjuna's Kashaya Rasa (astringent taste) strengthens Hridaya Mamsadhara Kala (cardiac muscle lining), while its Hridya and Raktaprasadana properties restore Ojas and Rakta Dhatu quality. The Arishta format enhances extraction of the triterpenoid arjunolic acid.
Classical Text References
- Ashtanga Hridayam, Chikitsa Sthana, Chapter 6 (Hridroga Chikitsa) — Arjuna Kshirapaka prescribed for Hridroga; the original Arjuna cardiology reference
- Bhaishajya Ratnavali, Hridroga Chikitsa Prakarana — Arjunarishta formulation among premier cardiac preparations
- Charaka Samhita, Sutra Sthana, Chapter 30 — Hridaya (heart) described as one of three Marmas (vital points) and seat of Ojas