Chyavanprash

Sreedhareeyam Chyavanprash

Chyawanprash is a sweet concoction that is sweeter than jaggery. It is found in many South Indian homes and prepared nonstop daily by those who follow this healthier lifestyle. The market has emerged in the past few decades with several famous brands.  Sreedhareeyam is one of those.

What is Chyavanprash?

Chyavanprash is a centuries-old Ayurvedic concoction. It is made with five to twenty leafy ingredients and spices such as asafoetida, ginger, cumin, coriander, and cardamom. The main ingredient in Chyavanprash is milk. It was given royal patronage by the Mughals early in its history but has fallen out of favor among royalty and ordinary people.

Benefits

Chyavanprash has many benefits that make it suitable to treat many health problems.

1. It is good for digestion.
2. It boosts immunity.
3. It helps in preventing ailments such as cold, cough, digestive disorders, and congestion.
4. The tree that carries the fruit has its leaves used to make a curative remedy for snake bites and cuts.
5. The ingredients in the popular jam are believed to be anti-cancerous.
6. It is a traditional medicine for hypertension, chronic bleeding problems, diabetes, acne, skin disorders, and erectile dysfunction.
7. It works as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent.

Ingredients

Chyavanprash is a traditional ayurvedic medicinal preparation that has been in existence for over 2500 years and is prepared as a powder made from C. Citrullus malabaricus, the juices of wild jackfruit or palm dates, milk, and elaichi seeds. It contains vitamins like A, B6, B12, and E.

Warning

Sreedhareeyam is to be taken occasionally, and it can’t be used daily after the age of 1 year. If your back pain persists and the health of your intestines lowers, consult a doctor.