The Ayurvedic route to great health involves two simple steps: Doing less and being more.” ― Shubhra Krishan Also known as Chitrakadi Gutika, this wondrous Ayurvedic medicine was first mentioned in the renowned Vedic text, "Charaka Samhita Chikitsa Sthana 15/96-97." Stripped down to its essence, Chitrakadi literally translates to "Digestive Fire" in Sanskrit. So, this medicine is primarily used to treat...
Ever wondered how women in the ancient times removed unwanted hair? They used a magical ingredient easily available to us (think: grocery shops) called "Phitkari/Alum." You may have heard of Phitkari being used for water treatment where a pinch of alum is added to water to remove the solid impurities. This is perhaps the most ancient method of purifying...
"Ayurveda recommends the use of plant based as well as mineral-based medicines for treating various disease conditions." - Anonymous If you're looking for a herbal kwatha (decoction) that aids in overall good health and well-being, you've come to the right place. Also known as Arogyavardhini Gutika Rasa, Arogyavardhini Vati is an Ayurvedic medicine formulated by Acharya Nagarjuna. It has been...
Moti Pishti (aka Mukta Pishti) and Mukta Pishti Bhasma are separate yet similar compounds made up of Pearls calcium. According to Ayurveda, play a great role in cooling the system apart from being a great calcium supplement. It works by balancing Pitta and Kapha doshas. Moti Pishti derives its name from...
Punarnavasavam is an Ayurvedic herbal wine derived from the plant named Punarnava (meaning “New Again” in Hindi) as the main ingredient. It has great detoxifying benefits by effectively rejuvenating and empowering the functions of main Organs that eliminate toxins from our bodies- Liver, Kidney and the Digestive system. Bhaishajya Ratnavali- an...
Whether you call it Kumaryasavam, Kumari Asav, or Kumaryasava, you cannot ignore the multi-purpose benefits of this poly-herbal liquid decoction. Kumaryasava belongs to the asavas and aristas methods of Ayurvedic preparation where the herbs in the coarse powder or decoction (asava) forms are soaked in a solution of sugar or jaggery for fermentation. First mentioned in ancient Vedic texts...
Amritarishta (Amrutharishtam) is a common Ayurvedic medicine used for effectively managing different types of fevers as well as disorders affecting the joints, respiratory tract, and the digestive system. It is also useful in recovering from weakness induced by fever and works as an immunity booster. Made from a combination of herbs such as Giloy, Trikatu, and Dashmul, Amrutharishtamfalls in...
Khadirarishta / Khadirarishtam is an Ayurvedic liquid formulation with an astringent taste, which mainly has a detoxifying action. It is used frequently in the treatment of skin diseases of all kinds. It is a dark brown liquid or decoction with 5 - 10 % self-generated alcohol (which is a common feature...
Sukumaram Kashayam (Sanskrit name) - also known as Sukumar Kashaya (Hindi name) - is an Ayurvedic medicine available in the decoction liquid form or in the concentrated tablet form. This all-powerful decoction has been mentioned in one of the ancient root texts of Ayurveda known as Ashtanga Hridayam. The Ashtanga Hridayam...
Abhayarishtam (Sanskrit name) or Abhayarishta (Hindi name) is one of the most common Ayurvedic medicines formulated by our ancient Rishis and has been mentioned in the Ayurvedic texts - Bhashajya Ratnavali and Ashtanga Hridayam. Arishtams are aqueous remedies formulated in Ayurvedic medicine. Popularly considered to be a "miracle potion," Abhayarishta is...
