Chyawanprash
A time-honored rejuvenative jam built on amla (Indian gooseberry) with dozens of herbs, taken as a daily tonic for immunity, respiratory strength, and general vitality.
reduces Vataneutral for Pittaincreases Kapha
Ayurvedic properties
- Rasa (taste): sweet, sour, others
- Virya (energy): heating
- Vipaka (post-digestive): sweet
- Guna (qualities): heavy, unctuous
Traditionally used for
- low immunity
- respiratory weakness
- general vitality
- convalescence
Contraindications & cautions
- diabetes (sugar content)
- high Kapha
- weak digestion (heaviness)
Possible interactions
- monitor with diabetes medication due to sugar base
Evidence notes
Traditional daily rasayana; formal clinical evidence limited.
Regulatory notes
Sold as a food/dietary supplement.
Classical sources
- Charaka Samhita — Chikitsasthana 1.1 — Chyavanaprasha (named formulation)
Educational information about Ayurveda — not a medical diagnosis or treatment. Consult a qualified professional before starting any herb, supplement, or therapy.