Baladya Ghrita (ghee) (Baladya Ghrita)

Modern description

Baladya Ghrita is a ghee-based formulation with Bala as a key ingredient, often doubled with milk and decoctions, used for nourishment and strength.

Purpose

The decoction and milk are doubled due to association of previously mentioned decoction and milk

Indications

• Weakness, emaciation, Vata disorders, debility, muscle wasting, convalescence, general tonic
• Joint and muscle disorders
• Neurological conditions
• Reproductive health issues

Classical indications

• Vata disorders
• General weakness
• Emaciation

Karma

• Balya
• Vatahara
• Pushtikara
• Rasayana
• Vajikarna

Key ingredients

• Bala
• Ashwagandha
• Rasna
• Gokshura
• Milk
• Ghee

Adult dose

5-10 ml

Pediatric dose

2.5-5 ml

Preparation steps

• Obtain Bala root and prepare a decoction by boiling it in water until it reduces to one-fourth.
• Prepare a Kalka (paste) of Bala root.
• Mix the Bala Kalka, Bala decoction, and cow's ghee in the specified proportions.
• Add cow's milk to the mixture (optional, in some formulations).
• Boil the mixture on a low flame until all the water evaporates and only the ghee remains.
• Ensure the 'Sneha Paka' is at Mridu Paka stage, indicated by the Kalka being sticky to touch and producing a crackling sound when placed on fire.
• Filter the ghee through a clean cloth.
• Store the Baladya Ghrita in a sterilized, lidded glass jar away from direct sunlight.

Safety contraindications

• Avoid in conditions with poor digestion or Ama accumulation.

Related formulations

• Aavaapida
• Abhaya
• Abhaya Amalaki
• Abhaya Amalaki