Chyawanprash is a commonly used herbal tonic in India for general health wellness, prepared using an ancient Ayurvedic formula.
This Ayurvedic preparation uses herbs that are considered to contain potent, immunity-boosting, and energizing qualities. Chyawanprash is believed to both promote longevity and act as an anti-aging tonic.
Chyawanprash can also be referred to as chyavanaprasha, chyavanaprasam, or chyawanprash rasayana.
Chyawanprash is safe for both the elderly and young children to take. It comes with many health benefits, which include the following:
- Improves one’s immune system.The combination of over forty herbs makes chyawanprash a powerful immunity boosting tonic. Amla or gooseberry, the main ingredient, contains 30 times more vitamin C than oranges. This is one of the main reasons why chyawanprash is such a powerful immune-booster. It protects the body from bacterial, viral, and fungal infections.
- Healthy respiratory system. It promotes a healthy respiratory system, being especially beneficial for the healthy functioning of the lungs. This makes it an ideal and healthy herbal remedy for those with asthma and chronic bronchitis.
- Great for digestion.This tonic does a great job at balancing stomach acids. It promotes the digestion of food and the absorption of nutrients into the blood. It also provides relief in constipation, reduces flatulence, and relieves nausea and diarrhoea.
- Benefits for your heart. This herbal tonic also promotes the healthy functioning of the heart. It is a powerful energizer for the brain and helps enhance concentration and memory.
- Anti-aging features. It’s also an anti-aging herbal tonic that can prevent wrinkles and greying of hair. Its potent antioxidant and rejuvenating herbs delays the aging of cells, provides proper nutrition, and promotes youthfulness and longevity.
- Many other benefits.Chyawanprash also helps purify blood, stimulate the liver, and promote the elimination of toxins from the body.
Besides the above health benefits, chyawanprash also-
- Enhances sexual potency and pleasure, keeps all the sensory organs healthy.
- Improves one’s complexion and strengthens hair.
- Is used by bodybuilders for building muscles.
Recommended Dosage
- One teaspoon should be taken twice a day — once in the morning and then again at night.
- The sticky jam can be taken directly or it’s often mixed with warm milk or water.
Note: It is advisable to consult a physician if you are on regular medication or have any chronic disease. Also, if you plan on incorporating it into the daily routine of your children, make sure you consult with their pediatrician first.
