Chyawanprash is one of the anti aging supplements, which is purely herbal in nature. It has Amla as its main ingredient, which is a powerful antioxidant. Acharya Charaka is the first to mention this herbal medicine.
How to make chyawanprash?
Chyawanprashingredients: Bilwa (Aegle marmelos), Agnimantha (Premna corymbosa), Shyonaka (oroxylum indicum), Gambhari (Gmelina arborea), Patala (stereospermum suaveolens), bala (sida cordifolia), Mashaparni (Teramnus labialis), Mudgaparni (Vina trilobata), Prishnaparni (Uraria picta), Shalaparni (Desmodium gangeticum), Pippali (Long pepper), Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris), Brihati (solanum indicum), kantakari (solanum xanthocarpum), karkata Shrungi (pistasia integerrima), Taamalaki (phyllanthus fraturnus), Draksha (dry grapes), jeevanti (Leptodenia reticulata), Pushkara(Inula racemosa), Agaru (Aquilaria agallocha), Hareetaki (Terminalia chebula), Ruddhi (Habenaria intermedia), Jeevaka (Microstylis muscifera), Vrishabhaka (Microstylis wallichi), Shati (Hedychium spicatum), Musta (cyperus rotundus), Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa), Meda (Polygonatum cirrhifolium), Ela (Elettaria cardamomum), Chandana (Santalum album), Utpala (Nymphaea stellata), Vidari (Ipomea digitata), Vrushamula (Adhatoda vasica), kakoli (Lilium poilyphyleum), Kakanasika (Martynia diandra) - all these herbs are taken 50 grams each. in coarsel powdered form. Most of these herbs are commonly found in Himalaya and other parts of India.
Amla – 5 kg (fresh fruit)
First the above said group of herbs is mixed in 13 liters of water. Amla is tied in a cloth making it able to hanging. At the mouth of the vessel, a stick is placed and the cloth pack containing Amla is kept hanging so that the pack of amla is immersed in the water. (This type of process is called as Swedana) the vessel is subjected to heat. After sufficient boiling, the cloth packing is taken out. From it, Amla is taken out, seeds are removed and the boiled pulp part of Amla is made into a paste. This paste is fried with 6 liters of ghee and sesame oil.
The water is filtered. It is taken in another vessel and the paste of amla is added to it. To this vessel, 2.5 Kgs of sugar is added and this mixture is heated in mild heat. Upon slow heating, the liquid slowly starts solidifying.
Once semisolid state is achieved, the vessel is taken out of fire and stirred well. Upon self cooling, 300 grams of honey, 200 gram of Tugakshiri, 100 gram of Pippali (Long pepper fruit), Twak, patra and Ela and Nagakeshara are added- 50 grams each. the mixture is continuously sitrred well to get the Chyavanprash.
This reference is according to Charaka samhita. There are some other references of Chyavan prash, wherein the sesame oil is not added.
Learn making Chyawanprash with Dr Hebbar
how much Chyavanprash to consume:
One to two spoonful along with a glass of milk, every morning before breakfast.
How can I know and be assured about the quality of my chyawanprash?
There are simple tests to know the quality of Chyawanprash. Watch the video here – Best Chyawanprash
Why drink milk after taking Lehyam:
Because According to Ayurveda, many of the herbs used in all lehyams, including Chyavan prash are hot in potency. So, to retaliate that, One should drink milk, which, being cold, mitigates the hot potency effect.
Chyawanprash health benefits:
There are many benefits of chyawanprash. It is useful in cough and cold. It is especially used in pulmonary tuberculosis. It helps in rejuvenation of old aged people and also in proper nourishment of young ones. It is effectively used in the treatments of throat infections, chest infections, Gout, disease conditions involving urine.
It improves intelligence (Medha), memory power, Skin lustre, age, strength of sense organs, immunity power, appetite.
It is a powerful antiaging herbal product. It also cures wrinkles.
Does chyavanprash intake cause gain weight?
Just one to two spoonful of Chyawanprash everyday can not be considered as cause for weight gain. It contains ghee alright. but the amount of ghee taken per day with one spoon of chyawanprash will be very very minimal.
Does Chyavanprash cause slight burning sensation in stomach?
If milk is drunk after chyawanprash intake, this problem will not occur.
Hot milk or cold milk?
Warm milk is better than cold milk with chyawanprash, as it further quickens digestion, but not as a mandatory rule .
Can Chyavanprash be taken with ghee?
it already contains ghee as an ingredient. so, it is advisable not to take extra ghee along with it. Milk or water is a better vehicle agent for chyawanprash rather than ghee.
Can chyawanprash be mixed with water to make it a bit dilute?
Not a good idea. If you want to have a milder effect, the best way is to reduce the dosage of Chyawanprash.
What is the benefit of Chyawanprash on Tridosha?
Chyawanprash balances Vata and Kapha. It has minimal effect over Pitta balance. Watch the video here – Benefits of chyawanprash
Can Chyawanprash be given to a three year old kid? from which age onwards, chyawanprash can be given?
Chyawanprash can be given to a child from 5 year old onwards, to be on the safer side. the dosage for children will be quarter to half spoon with a glass of milk. for a child of this age, chyawanprash can be given only if needed, for example in case of repeated respiratory tract infection, stomach infection, etc.
Is chyawanprash good for Chikungunya?
Though not specifically yes, in terms of helping to improve immunity it is beneficial.
There are many variants of Chyawanprash like Himalaya Chyawanprash tablet, dabur sona chandi chyawanprash etc? Is there any special benefit in taking them?
Well, Chyawanprash in itself is a complete herbal product. Its formula and dosage form has bean determined and sealed by ancient Ayurvedic scholars, many years ego. It is famous because it is ancient and is effective. If you take common chyawanprash, the process of digestion and absorption of chyawanprash starts at the level of mouth. It is a jam and starts melting at the level of mouth, with saliva media. but if you take chocolate, the rate of disintegration at the level of mouth is lesser and so, its effectiveness is also lesser.
Coming to sonachandi, or any chyawanprash variants – the formula has been sealed by the Acharyas, and it is the final formula that is good for use,. when that is the case, what can be the extra benefit by adding extra herbs? Who has done a research on the additionally added ingredients gel well with already existing ingredients? so, it is better to prefer the original chyawanprash over any of its variants.
Is there anything like Chyawanprash for Vata, Chyawanprash for Pitta and Chyawanprash for Kapha body types?
There is no classical reference of such types. The herbal combination in chyawanprash is suitable for all the body types. Its variants based on Doshas (Vata Pitta and Kapha) is nothing more than just a business trick.
Can Chyavanprash be given to dogs? If yes,how much.
Yes, Chyawanprash can be given to dogs. It surely will yield some health benefits. The dosage will be – five grams of chyawanprash in the morning. followed by some kind of a drink, milk, or even water is also ok.
Can Chyawanprash be given to wife? Will female complex body accept it?
Yes. For sure. It is good for men and women alike.
Vitamin C. The fruit is reputed to have the highest content of vitamin C of anything in nature (8.75mg of vit. C complex from Amla equivalent to 100mg of synthetic vit. C). Reportedly safe to take on a regular basis.
Yes. That is the main reason behind use of Amla extensively in all the rasayana ( herbal rejuvenating products) including Chyawanprash
Thank you for this article, I have just purchased Chywanprash as I am into all Ayurvedic products, Atleast now I know what I am taking and why!
This is the most ridiculous statement I have read. Its like all those people who sport an Aum tatoo and dont even know what it means.
i have often heard in ayurveda milk is not encouraged as a food from age 2 onwards as the gut loses the ability to digest it. however with chyawanprash it is given??? sounded contradictory .. can u explain this??
Ayurveda encourages every healthy human beings, irrespective of age, to drink milk. Milk is said to have following qualities according to Ayurveda.
Jeevaneeya – improves life qualities
rasayana – rejuvenative
medhya – improves intelligence
balya – improves strength
and good for patients with chest injury, tiredness, thirsty, at the last stage of fever recovery, bleeding disorder etc.
In case of Chyawanprash, and especially in case of Rasayana (rejuvenation therapy), there is a special type of rejuvenation, where in a person stays at a place, and consumes rasayana agents such as Chyawanprash and for the rest of the day, he only consumes milk with cooked rice for a specific time period. [This is done only under Ayurvedic medical supervision]. So Ayurveda suggests milk for all.
hi please tell me if a diabetic person can take it as i heard it contains sugar or please suggest me one brand that does not contain sugar. Thanks
Hello Maria, Please note that, Chyawanprash contains sugar as an ingredient. so can not be taken by diabetics. But I do not promote or reccommend sugarless Chyawanprash. Since, the perfect herbal complex needs sugar as an ingredient in it. The formula makers of Chyawanprash, many centuries ago, had seen the need of sugar in its formula, so, it is very much needed.
So, for diabetics, to restore energy and fight fatigue, I would recomend jeevaneeya vati – one tablet two times a day as the ideal energy supplement for diabetic
I am 35yr old and conceiving for first time . My fthird month is completing At this time can I eat himalaya chyawanprash for my child s good health .
Since it is indicated for rejuvenative purpose, and not indicated during pregnancy as such, I suggest not to take it during pregnancy. Happy pregnancy!
thank you this good information but i want to known that, can daibeties person taking Chyawanprash? pls give me reply
thank you
regards
banesh
Thanks for your comments.
If the diabetes is in borderline, then it is fine to take chyawanprash. If the blood glucose levels are quite high, then it is better to avoid it.
Thanks for the very informative article. I was eating Dabur Chyawanprash till now but I see that it doesn’t follow the authentic formula. Can I buy AVN Chyawanprash anywhere in Hyderabad? The online link given above does not work. BTW I also found that Organic India’s Chyawanprash follows the authentic formula too.
plz tell me that chyawanprash is used in sexual problems plz
Chyavanprash may have little effect in improving sexual power. But it is not a product directly advised for sexual problems.
I am suffering from phlegm ( kapha ) and i have breathing problem , can i have Chyavanprash to solve my problem
If you have breathing problems, I would strongly recommend to consult a good Ayurvedic doctor in person, rather than self medicating yourself with Chyawanprash.
Is it compulsory to drink milk after taking chawanprash, i dont like to drink milk or can i have it water?
If not milk, then warm water can be taken no problem.
I want to use Dabur Chawanprash.does chawanprash cause any weight gain? or it will help me to loose weight?
Chyawanprash does not cause weight gain. It strengthens the body, respiratory system and immune system.
which is the best time to take chyawanprash, morning or night?can i take this with buttermilk or water?thanku
Like it is explained above, morning is the best time. Since Chyawanprash is little hot, milk is preferred. However, it can also be taken with buttermilk or water.
can chawanaprasha can be given to my 2 year old baby.if yes in wat quantity and if no what else can i give for immunity becoz he frequently gets cold and flu
Yes it can be given, but only after consultation with an Ayurvedic doctor.
Which brand would you suggest for chavanprash?
Tough question to answer. Usually a thumb rule is that, smaller and less known the company, better the quality of medicine.
AVN, Kottakal are two brands on which I have some hopes.
What abt AVP, coimbatore.?
Known as one of the good Ayurveda companies.
Dear Sir,
Chyavanprash’s major ingredient is Amla which is not preferred to be taken with milk, than how it’s advisable to take milk after intake of chyavanprash please clarify .
Good question.Yes, Amla is the main ingredient in Chyawanaprash I substantiate the use of milk with chyawanaprash with the following points –
1. In the making of chyawanprash, it is boiled with many herbs decoction, then it is de-seeded, pulp is fried in ghee and again heated with other ingredients to end up in the form of Chyawanprash. By this time, the taste of it is almost changed to astringent.
2. The other main spice used in Chyawanprash is Long pepper (Pippali). There are many instances where Pippali is processed with milk before administring. (E.g. Pippali Ksheerapaka)
3. Moreover the other herbs added make it spicy. I have seen many people who claim to feel the heat, while taking chyawnpash, so it makes sense to take milk.
4. Even in Rasayana treatment (rejuvenation treatment), Nitya ksheera and Ghrita abhyasa (practicing of daily intake of milk and ghee) is encouraged. Chyawanprash is one of the major Ayurvedic medicine used in Rasayana ( rejuvenation). After all, it is found in the Rasayana chapter of Charaka Samhita.
Hope I have answered convincingly.
Thanks a lot for your so quick and satisfying reply.
will chyawanpras increase weight?
Chyawanprash will not increase directly, But because it improves overall health and immunity, and stimulates gastric system, there is a chance that weight would increase due to improved food habits.
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What do you suggest to lower chelostral and Triglyrids?
It will be better to consult a doctor in person.
i started to take Chyawanaprah since June 2011. I take 1 teespoon in the morning and 1 teespoon in the afternoon with a glas of water. I feel that my hair are growing faster ( my hairdresser said the same ), i feel more strong, more relaxed and my brain is working faster.
The only thing i like to know, will it stop or slow down the Osteopenia i have ? And how fast can i see the result ?
Chyawanprash is a superb rejuvenation formula, as you have experienced yourself. It will surely benefit in Osteopenia, provided calcium rich diet is taken along with Chyawanprash. It is very difficult to guess the recovery period. But taking Ayurvedic supplement along with Chyawanprash can definitely fasten the bone re-generation.
Does consumption of Chyawanprash improves hair growth?
Can we eat when we plan for pregnancy?
Yes, Chyawanprash improves hair growth.
If you are planning for pregnancy, under normal and healthy circumstances, assuming that there is no difficulty or diseases, consuming Chyawanprash is absolutely fine.
Thanks for your very informative article. I am sure after reading this people will turn towards the age old Ayurveda.
Welcome. B-)
What Ayurvedic rasayana good for anxiety.stress
There are many herbs that are good for stress and anxiety. It really depends on personal symptoms. Better to consult a doctor. regards
Good article on Chyawanprash! I have a bottle sitting on my shelf for over a year.. and neither my husband nor me have ever bothered to take it.. But now I am motivated! Thank you!
If the chyawanprash is one year old and if the jar was opened one year before, it is better to throw that chyawanprash away and get a new one. Here is why – http://easyayurveda.com/2011/02/05/shelf-life-or-expiration-date-of-herbal-products-after-the-jar-is-opened/
I have gout. Will chyawanprash help in getting rid of uric acid?
There are many other better Ayurvedic medicines to treat gout. Please consult your Ayurvedic doctor, rather than relying entirely on Chyawanprash.
Read here – gout’s causes, symptoms and treatment – http://easyayurveda.com/2009/10/07/gout-causes-symptoms-treatment-herbal-home-remedies-and-ayurveda/
Read here for diet suitable for gout – http://easyayurveda.com/2011/06/15/diet-for-gout-ayurveda-and-modern-views/
Thanks for this amazing article. I was wondering if chywanprash is safe for people with high cholesterol and tryglicerides since is made with ghee. Thanks!
Chyawanprash is very safe even with people with high cholesterol. It contains a very little amount of ghee, but at the same time it also contains umpteen number of herbal ingredients that bring down the cholesterol. Ghee is just used as a media in Chyawanprash to dissolve fat soluble active principles of the herbs into Chyawanprash.
Dr JV Hebbar,
Thank you so much for the information. I can’t wait to try this wonderful medicine.
Have a wonderful day!
Me and my wife started taking Chyawanprash one teaspoonful daily. Lets see.
does chyawanprash helps in allergic cold problems
to reduce allergy or increase immunity?
Yes it does. People suffering from allergic cold problems and running nose can get rid of the problem on taking chyawanprash continuously for a few months. Chyawanprash increases immunity.
Hello
I have been giving Chyawanprash to my daughter (11 years now) and my son 6 years now. I do see the diff in my kids they get cold and cough far less than other kids at school which I think is the benefit of it.
Hello
Can Chyawanprash benefit symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis / Osteoarthritis? Secondly can you mix it with milk and drink it?
Yes, It can benefit in rheumatoid arthritis and osteo arthritis for the following reasons –
1. Herbs used in Chyawanprash like – Dashamoola (group of ten roots) bring in potent anti-inflammatory action.
2. Spices such as long pepper take care of ‘Ama” – product of indigestion which is the root cause of rheumatoid arthritis, as per Ayurveda principles. Read here for a better understanding – http://easyayurveda.com/2011/01/10/causes-and-symptoms-of-rheumatoid-arthritis-ayurved-and-modern-perspective/
3. Herbs such as Bhui amla, Giloya, Ashwagandha, raisins, Amla boost immunity.
4. Chyawanprash can be mixed with milk while taking. No problem.
very helpful and unique article is there any other process to make chawanprash. because there are several types of chawanprash avilable in different brands. so please clear the differance and process of making
Thanks for kind appreciation.
Though there are many references, the general process is same as explained above. Only the ingredients of decotion (kashayam) vary in some.
Some references advice to add sesame oil along with ghee.
can chayawnprash used for Gout patients ?
Yes It can be used.
Hi:
I just saw one ingredient in Kottakal Chyavanaprasam starting with Matsya/Matsyanthika or something like that. It is given at the end of the ingredient list. Can you please tell me what exactly is this. Its seems the quantity used is more than amlaki.Please let me know what exactly is it and update me. thanks
Regards
Raj
Matsyandika refers to sugar candy or sugar.
Hi,
Is it harmful if i use Ashwagandha or Shilajit for a long time.
To be on the safer side, it is advisable to take both only after consultation with the Ayurvedic doctor, for the time period that he / she specifies.
Hi,
May i use Ashwagandha with Chyawanprash.
Chyawanprash already contains Chyawanprash. But there is no harm if you use both together, provided an Ayurvedic doctor has suggested it to you.
Thank U very much!!!!!!!
I recently tried out Chyawanprash from Vaidyaratnam Moos Oushadhasala. I found that to be sweet in taste as it contained too much of Rock Candy(kalkandam).I think 5.486gm.
Is it good or is it bad to have too much of Rock Candy(kalkandam) in Chyawanprash..
Also, when is the best time to take Chyawanprash?
Please advise.
Thanks
Ideally the sourness should be little ahead of sweetness in chyawanprash. learn here, the other qualities of a good chyawanprash – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-gVnjTbE-Q
Best time to take chyawanprash is in the morning, before food with a little milk.
Learn here – why milk is best co-drink for chyawanprash – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qKWUpUjDEg
You mentioned that Chyanwanprash is best to take in the morning. Can it be taken empty stomach,right after brushing our teeth..?
Yes it can be taken in empty stomach, alng with a little milk.
Do Khushmanda avaleha helps to gain weight?
yes it does.
I have tried to take chyawanprash on many occasions in the past but within a few days of starting,Ive ended up with a bad cold. What could be the reason?
There are good chances that taking chyawanprash and getting cold attacks are mere coincidence.
But if chyawanprash is not made properly, and if it contains free water in it, then it may worsen cold attack or may not be effective. Please see here – how to test chyawanprash – http://easyayurveda.com/2011/09/25/how-to-test-chyawanprash-at-home
First of all. Thanks a lot for the article. It’s very informative and motivating to consume chyawanprash now.
I had a recent shoulder dislocation. I heard the ligaments take a long time to heal under normal situations. From what I read online western medicine and physical therapy cannot really help prevent it from happening again and again.
I was looking in to Yoga and Ayurveda in general to see if there is some help. Will chyawanprash or any other product in general help me with this issue?
Apart from Chyawanprash, there are many Ayurvedic medicines and treatments for ligamental injury. Consulting an Ayurvedic doctor directly will be good.
My wife has kapha and she coughs very regularly. Will Chavanprash help to reduce the coughing?
yes it does. But consulting a doctor directly looks a better idea.
Dear Dr.Hebbar,
My Father-in-law eats Chyawanprash every day night before he goes to bed,looking at him my 2.5 yr old daughter also asks for it & she has started eating it daily night after food,she takes it almost half spoon.is it recomended?Pls suggest.
Thanks
Megha
It is ideal to take chyawanprash in morning, before breakfast with milk.
It can be given even to a child of 2.5 years. But half a teaspoon (small spoon) is quite sufficient. Having said that, consulting an Ayurvedic doctor directly is a better idea.
sir i am eating sona chandi chyawanaprash every day after dinner is this correct ?and what about ur opinion this product
It is a good product and taking it after dinner is fine, though advisable way to take it is – before breakfast with a little milk.
thanks sir…………………..
Thanks for this great article. I have one question regarding this. Since my childhood I have been drinking milk and never had any problems, but since last 1-2 years I have been having difficulty digesting milk. 1 to 1-1/2 hrs after drinking milk my stomach starts growling and I have to go to the toilet. Will Chyavanprash help me be able to digest milk again?
Chyawanprash probably could help you.
Can you please elaborate as to why did I develop this intolarence to milk, is it due to increase in vata?
Hi, usually any type of food allergy / aversion is due to lack of production of appropriate digestive enzymes. In Ayurveda terms, it is due to Kapha increase and Pitta decrease. Chyawanprash contains herbs like cinnamon, long pepper – which will correct the digestive issue that you have.
Is chaywanprash helpful in curing prostate problem & urine incontinence
It may help but there are specific Ayurvedic medicines for prostate and urine related problems. Please consider consulting your doctor.
Hi, can a liver cirrhosis patient take this? How much to consume? Any ayurvedic medicine can cure liver cirrhosis?
Thanks!
Better to consult an herbal specialist directly for a condition as serious as liver cirrhosis. The success of Ayurvedic treatment in liver cirrhosis depends upon the stage of the disease.
Hi, can i know can pregnant lady take chyawanprash. I’m chinese and been introduced to this as multi vitamin. I can get migraine if my body too heaty. However, i’m scare of cold & wind. So i cannot really decide what type of body am I. Is chyawanprash suitable for this type of body? Thx
It is better to avoid chyawanprash during pregnancy.
Thanks a lot for the informative website on ayurveda.Regarding chyawanprash , can we take breakfast immediately after taking chyawanprash or should we wait for half an hour or so after consuming chyawanprash.
Regards,
nagesh
Just a small gap of ten minutes is quite sufficient.
sir .. i eat sona chandi chyavanaprash every day evening 7.pm with honey is this correct….??please help me iknow better to eats morning but i dont like to eat morning
Hi, it is better to take it in the morning, before food with milk or honey or water.
Sir, can we take chyawanprash with honey…If not how mush time gap we should maintain?
Will taking honey along lemon reduces weight?If yes how much quantity we have to take it daily and at what time in the day( empty stomach)?
Chyawanprash can also be taken with honey no problem. It can be taken in the morning, before food.
1/2 spoon of honey with 1 spoon of lemon with warm water early in the morning on empty stomach. It can be taken upto 1 – 2 months. But note that exercise and other measures are also to be continued with this home remedy.
Thank you sir,but I have a small doubt can we take Chyawanprash+honey+lemon all at the same time or honey+lemon in the morning and chyawanprash in the evening when the stomach is empty?
It is better to avoid honey, chyawanprash and lemon together. The second option that you have mentioned is quite acceptable.
Does chyawnprash add iron or is it good for anaemia person?
is it wise to take it while pregnant?or when planniing for a baby?.
which other products would you recommend?
thank you
Chyawanprash does not contain any added iron. But it improves liver functions and aids in better absorption of nutrients from stomach and intestines, including Iron. Considering the quality of market available Chyawanaprash, I do not recommend it during pregnancy.
It can be taken while planning for a baby. It is helpful during this time. But once after confirming pregnancy, it is better to stop it.
While planning for pregnancy, among many other options of Ayurvedic products, Chyawanaprash is one among the best.
Can a person with high blood pressure take chyawanprash? Can they take it along with alopathic blood pressure medication?
Yes. He can take. However, to be on safer side of things, it is best to consult an Ayurvedic doctor directly before taking it.
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Chyavanprash is good for health..
It reduces the Gastro intestinal disorders..
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hi sir,
can we give Chyawanaprash to kids in summer?as my daughter has col and caugh for about 1week.
Yes, – half a small spoon in morning with milk, before food.
Can I have Chyawanaprash after a heart attack?
Yes, after direct consultation with an Ayurvedic doctor.
can we add other ingredients to increase nutritional values ( eg. shilajith & others) besides the ingredients mentioned in charaka samhitha to prepare chyavanprash ? because we have a consumer society, through the society we like to help poor people by supplying single general health product with complete ( at least maximum ) nutrients. can u pls. suggest us a formula. & where to get organic ingredients? whether available in hyderabad? i appreciates ur repply.
thanks
best regards!
Hi, it is awesome that you work to help poor people.
It is not ideal to add any other thing to Chyawanprash. Charaka was knowing about Shilajeet and if he had wished to add Shilajeet, he could have, but he did not do so for a reason. Chyawanprash is complete in its original formula.
Dear Dr Hebbar
My name is kanda kumar,can i & my wife take chyawanprakash everyday ,since we both are losing hairs ,can c.p can solve our problem
Please reply
Yes it would help to restrict hair fall. Please also use Neelibhringadi Tailam / Bhringamalaka tailam as hair oil.
I have started giving chyawanaprash to my kids. They don’t like the taste, so I mix chyawanaprash with little honey and give it. They drink warm milk right after. Is it okay to give it this way? Please clarify.
Honey is one of the ingredients of Chyawanprash. So there is no harm in giving it along with honey, followed by warm milk.
my girlfriend by mistake stored the chyavanaprasha himalaya on the refrigerator (not the freezer), is this a problem?
Not a problem. But before consuming, let it come back to normal temperature.
Hello, Does Chyawanprash help bring TSH levels to normal. My cousin has been diagnosed with a TSH level of 3.5 and told its slightly on the higher side. Thank you for the helpful advise above.
A TSH Level of 3.5 is not very high. It only indicates that the thyroid is requiring some extra stimulation to release hormones at optimum levels.
There is no definitive evidence about Chyawanprash lowering TSH Level. However, it might help due to its high phyto-nutrient value.
The other ways of effective TSH control would be – regular exercise, control over excess of sugar and oily food, and using iodized salt.
Dear Dr. Hebbar. It is really so good to get your inputs. I have already communicated to my cousin. I would like to let you know, these days I am closely following your different topics on this forum. It is such a blessing to get first hand Ayurvedic information from you. Thanks a ton for all your time and patience with all of our queries.
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Please let me know which one is the original brand of Chywanprash?
Thanks.
No brand of chyawanprash can be said as good. Self made Chyawanprash is the best choice. Learn and make Chyawanprash by yourself – http://easyayurveda.com/2012/04/16/amazing-omani-interest-to-learn-chyawanprash-recipe/
There is no original brand as such as Chywanaprash was discovered somewhere in the 4th or 5th century BC and no company can claim their product is the best and original.
They should follow the original text which has all the ingredients and should have ‘amla’ (Indian gooseberry) or Emblica officinalis as the base.
Can I eat this to become psychoactive? I mean i want to disassociate… travel to other dimensions, meet some reptiles etc. Will this help if i overdose?
No. It won’t, even if you overdose. There is nothing in Chyawanprash to stimulate the brain to that level.
Hi iv been taking Chyawanprash for about two weeks now and realised that lately iv had more face spots/acne now than before. Isn’t it suppose to give me good complexion? Could you clarify pls?
Acne is due to Pitta balance. Because it is Summer, there is natural Pitta increase. Chyawanprash is again slightly hot in nature. Hence in your case, it is causing acne. Remedy: Take it along with milk. Dose is – a small spoonful in the morning with half a glass of milk. Milk will balance out the hot quality of Chyawanprash.
Do chawanprash cause heat sensation in heart. i am having heat sensation in heart frm past one month, whn i started chawanprash. had visited doc n done with all chkups like ECG, ultra sound of hrt, cholestrol, sugar, all came normal. had tkn some tabs for gas too but still m feeling burning sensation. plz help
yes. it may cause slight heat sensation, since most of the ingredients of Chyawanprash are hot in nature. That is why, it should be taken alongw with milk. See here – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qKWUpUjDEg