Amla Ghrita (Amalaki Ghrita)
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To prepare a type of ghrita (ghee) called Amala ghrita, using specific liquids and paste ingredients.
Modern description
A medicated ghee prepared with sour ingredients and alkaline substances, likely used to stimulate digestion and manage digestive imbalances.
Purpose
To prepare a type of ghrita (ghee) called Amala ghrita, using specific liquids and paste ingredients.
Indications
- Hyperacidity
- Pitta disorders
- Rejuvenation
- Improves skin health
- Promotes hair growth
- Strengthens immunity
- Eye disorders
- Digestive disorders
- Gastric irritation
- Regurgitation
Karma
- Rasayana
- Vatahara
- Pittahara
- Deepana
- Pachana
Key ingredients
- Amla fruit juice or paste
- Ghrita
- Water . The ratio commonly used is 4 parts Amla juice/paste
Adult dose
5-10 grams (approximately 1-2 teaspoons)
Pediatric dose
2.5-5 grams
Preparation steps
- Collect and thoroughly wash all ingredients.
- Grind Amla into a fine, moist paste (kalka).
- Prepare a decoction using appropriate liquids as mentioned in the reference text.
- Mix the Amla paste and decoction with cow's milk and pure ghee.
- Simmer the mixture on a gentle flame, stirring continuously until all water has evaporated and only the medicated ghee remains.
- Carefully filter the Ghrita and store it in airtight, moisture-free glass containers, away from sunlight.
Safety contraindications
- Severe Pitta or Kapha aggravations (e.g., active inflammations or obesity without digestion issues)
- Gallstones or severe dyspepsia
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Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Charaka Samhita.
- Ayurvedic Formulary of India (AFI), Part I & II, Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Bhaishajya Ratnavali, Sharangadhara Samhita, and Sahasrayogam clinical guidelines.
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