Chyavanprash

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Chyavanprash

Chyavanprash is undoubtedly one of the most commonly used Ayurvedic formulations. Chyavanaprasha has a reputation for being the best traditional medicine immunity enhancer and is said to help rejuvenate and strengthen a person’s constitution.

 

Benefits of Chyavanprash

Chyavanaprasam uses range from being an Ayurvedic immunity booster to an Ayurvedic health tonic to help relieve weakness, debility, emaciation, ageing and chronic respiratory infections. Chyawanprash ingredients have a selection of Ayurvedic Dosha balancing, digestion supporting herbs that relieve Ama and nourish the body and mind. 

This ayurvedic health tonic from Kerala Ayurveda is prepared in the same way that Sage Chyavana prepared it initially. It should be consumed in the dosage of 10 to 20g per day, preferably with milk or as directed by the physician.

 

Chyawanprash Ingredients

Dasamoolam 

• The ten Dasha Moola herbs are a group of very potent herbs that are used in Ayurvedic medicine for treating a wide variety of problems. They are useful in the Mahamasha Thailam for their anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. The ten herbs are:
  • Bilva (Aegle marmelos)
  • Syonaka (Oroxylum indicum)
  • Gambhari (Gmelina arbora)
  • Patala (Stereospermum suaveolens)
  • Agnimantha (Premna integrifolia)
  • Salaparni (Desmodium gangeticum)
  • Prasniparni (Uraria picta)
  • Brahati (Solanum indicum)
  • Kantakari (Solanum surattnse)
  • Goksura (Tribulus terrestis)

Jeevaneeya gana  

• Herbs that are believed to have anti-ageing properties
  • Mudgaparni (Vigna radiata)
  • Mashaparni (Vigna mungo)
  • Jeevaka (Malaxis acuminta)
  • meda (Polygonatum cirrhifolium)
  • Rishabaka (Microstylis muscifera)

Pippali (Piper longum)

• Root of Pepper
• Activates Agni or digestive fire

Svadamstra (Tribulus terrestris)

• According to Ayurveda it is a diuretic that restores the fluid balance in the body, boosts energy and vitality and helps in glucose intolerance  

Sringi (Pistacia integerrima)

• Balances Kapha and Vata
• It is useful in the Ayurvedic treatment of respiratory problems

Tamlaki (Phyllanthus amarus)

• Balances Kapha and Vata Dosha
• Ayurvedic antioxidant 

Draksha (Vitis vinifera)

• Grapes
• Helps balance Vata and Pitta Doshas
• In traditional medicine, it eases bowel movement, is helpful in controlling excessive bleeding and helps to reduce anxiety

Jivanti (Holostemma)

• Ayurvedic anti-inflammatory

Pushkara (Inula racemosa)

• Is used in Ayurveda as a uterine stimulant and to relieve wounds

Abhaya (Terminalia chebula)

• Is used to balance all three Doshas
• Helps to detoxify and  support healing in Ayurvedic medicine

Amruth (Tinospora cordifolia)

• Balances three Doshas
• In Ayurveda, it is used to boost immunity and to eliminate excess uric acid in the body

Riddh (Habenaria intermedia)

• One of the Ashtavarga herbs that balance all the three Doshas and give great health benefits

Shati (Kaempferia galanga)

• It is used in Ayurveda for pain relief and to relieve indigestion

Mustha (Cyperus rotundus)

• It is a grass that is used in Ayurveda for its anti-inflammatory properties. 
• It pacifies Kapha and Pitta Doshas

Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa)

• This herb in Ayurveda has multiple benefits including anti-inflammation, anti-stress, and pain relief

Good Health - Overview

Good health is generally regarded as the absence of disease. This is ideally achieved with a balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.  Nutrition and exercise are given far more important than other factors. 

Good health is related to immunity. The body’s ability to fight off diseases naturally is referred to as immunity. When the immune system is strong, the body can naturally handle fevers, infections, allergies, and any other problems. When the immune system weakens, then the chances of falling ill increase. A weak immune system manifests itself as susceptibility to illness. If you are frequently catching a cold or falling ill with a fever or infection, then it could be because of a weak immune system. General debility, weakness, and frequent illness call for rejuvenation of the immune system to boost the body’s natural defenses.

 

Causes of poor immunity

Poor immunity is the inability of the body to fight diseases naturally. This happens when the immune system is weakened. There are many reasons why the immune system could be weakened.

These include:

• An immune-deficiency problem like HIV where the immune system is weakened by the virus.
• Auto-immune disorder, where the immune system malfunctions and attacks healthy cells.
• Immune system weakness due to other diseases like cancer or due to the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation.
• Stress and anxiety increases the level of cortisol, which weakens immunity.
• A poor diet with improper nutrition, along with consumption of junk food and stimulants can weaken the immune system.
• Lack of sleep is one of the major causes for the inability of the immune system to rejuvenate.
• Lack of proper exercise and obesity can weaken general immunity.
• Smoking and alcohol affect the immune system.

 

General Immunity and the use of Chyavanprash and Ayurveda

The holistic science of Ayurveda defines well being as the all-around health of mind, body, spirit, and social wellbeing. So, a person has to have all of these factors working well and in a healthy state to be perfectly healthy. Ayurveda prescribes certain mixtures of potent herbs such as an Ayurvedic Chyawanprash as restoratives to bring the mind and body to optimum function. This should also be supported by a healthy lifestyle and social interaction. To keep the mind and body healthy, toxins should be removed and the digestion optimised to prevent toxin formation. The Doshas should also be kept in balance.

Ayurveda believes in rejuvenation to rebuild the weak immune system and boost the natural defences of the body. As a stream of medicine, Ayurveda focuses on addressing the root cause of diseases, which in most cases is weak immunity. Ayurveda uses the preparation called rasayanas for various health benefits. One of the most important rasayanas used in Ayurveda is Chyavanprash.

The word is derived from the name of the sage Chyavana, who became young after consuming this preparation. Reference to Chyavanaprash is made in the premier Ayurveda text, the Charaka Samhita. It says that chyavanprash is the foremost of the rasayanas and helps in nourishing the weak and the old. According to the ancient text, consumption of chyawanprash helps in improving memory, providing freedom for disease, longevity of life, improved digestion, and alleviating asthma.

The herbs mentioned in the ancient texts are used to prepare chyawanprash. One of the main ingredients used is Amalaki, which is one of the ayurvedic medicines that removes toxins and can thus help in rejuvenation. Pippali, Vidarikand, Arjuna, Shatavari, Mulethi, Bel, Pushkaramoola, Kesar, and Jivanti are some of the other plant sources prescribed in traditional texts. Over the years, physicians and ayurvedic pharmacies have created their own version of the chyavanaprash using a combination of the herbs mentioned in the ancient texts. The traditional version uses 37 different herbs. Most modern chyavanaprashas uses only some of them.

Chyavanaprash boosts the working of the immune system and increases general immunity. This helps to increase hemoglobin content and white blood cells. This in turn allows the body to fight pathogens and allergens in a natural way. Chyavanprash contains amalaki, which helps to get rid of ama or toxins that accumulate in the body and weaken it.

According to Ayurveda, Chyavanprash increases Ojas, which boosts immunity and increases youthfulness. It fills the body with vigor and vitality. It helps in creating a strong agni, which ensures easy digestion. It is also beneficial for the proper working of the reproductive system.

It helps in improving the working of the digestive system, reduces problems like flatulence, dyspepsia, and nausea. It strengthens the working of the respiratory system and is extremely helpful in the treatment of respiratory problems. It can help reduce stress and anxiety.

Chyavanaprash is best taken in the morning. It is meant to be taken for a long period to ensure the immune system is strengthened. It is recommended during winter months for those prone to cold and asthma. It can be consumed directly or with warm milk.

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FAQ's

 

1. Is this product sugar-free?

The Kerala Ayurveda Chyavanprash is an immune-boosting formulation that consists of natural ingredients like Draksha, Bilva, Pushkaramoola, Amalaki, and Pippali. There is no added sugar in the product, but the ingredients can consist of natural sugars.

Is Ashwagandha used as an ingredient in this product?

No, Ashwagandha is not an ingredient in Kerala Ayurveda Chyavanprash. The main ingredients in this formulation are:

• Draksha

• Bilva

• Pushkaramoola

• Amalaki

• Pippali
  
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2. Is this a vegetarian product?

Yes, Kerala Ayurveda's Chyavanprash is a vegetarian product. Some of its primary ingredients include Draksha (Vitis vinifera, which is a common grape), Bilva (Aegle marmelos), Pushkaramoola (Inula racemose), Amalaki (Amla or gooseberry), and Pippali (long pepper).

 

3. Any preservatives used?

Kerala Ayurveda’s Chyavanprash is authentic natural and does not use any artificial preservatives. Some brands tend to use Potassium Sorbate is a food preservative while other companies use jaggery instead of sugar to preserve their Chyavanprash. It’s best to go for products that have less or zero preservatives if you want to experience the best results.

 

4. How many times should it be consumed in a day?

Kerala Ayurveda’s Chyavanaprash is best taken once every morning. You will have to take it regularly if you want to ensure proper immunity and strength. You can especially consume it during the colder months, especially if you’re prone to colds and asthma. You can consume a spoonful of Chyavanprash directly or have it with warm milk.

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