Sour Grain Drink (Aranala)
Specific beverage/wine recommended based on the type of animal or food consumed, and context of use.
Modern description
A fermented sour grain drink used to stimulate digestion and improve taste.
Purpose
Specific beverage/wine recommended based on the type of animal or food consumed, and context of use.
Indications
- Indigestion, anorexia, abdominal distension, flatulence, constipation (Vata type), loss of appetite, Ama (undigested toxins)
Karma
- Deepana (appetizer)
- Pachana (digestive)
- Rochana (improves taste)
- Vatahara (alleviates Vata)
- Kapha Shodhana (eliminates Kapha)
Key ingredients
- Kanji
- Rice
- Water
- Spices
Adult dose
24-48 ml (approximately 1-2 fluid ounces)
Pediatric dose
Not typically used in children
Preparation steps
- Take grains like rice or barley.
- Boil the grains in water until they become soft.
- Allow the mixture to ferment naturally for several days.
- Filter the fermented liquid to obtain the Aranala.
Safety contraindications
- Avoid in peptic ulcer and severe gastritis.