Four Fats (Chatuh Sneha)

Modern description

Chatuh Sneha, or Four Fats, is a potent combination of Ghee, Oil, Muscle Fat, and Marrow used for oleation, purgation and to treat specific conditions such as visarpa, pugarma, meha, and gulma.

Purpose

Cures visarpa, pugarma, meha, gulma.

Indications

• Vata disorders, emaciation, weakness, promotes strength and nourishment, infertility (in some contexts). Useful in conditions requiring oleation where the individual is extremely weak or debilitated.
• Visarpa
• Pugarma
• Meha
• Gulma

Classical indications

• visarpa
• pugarma
• meha
• gulma

Karma

• Vatahara
• Balya
• Brumhana
• Pushtida
• Shukrala
• Snehana

Key ingredients

• Ghee 1 part
• Sesame Oil 1 part
• Muscle fat 1 part
• Bone marrow 1 part.

Adult dose

5-15 ml or as directed by the physician.

Pediatric dose

Not generally recommended for children, consult with a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner.

Preparation steps

• Gather equal parts of Ghee (clarified butter), Taila (sesame oil), Vasa (muscle fat), and Majja (bone marrow).
• Ensure all ingredients are of high quality and sourced from trusted suppliers.
• Melt the Ghee, Taila, Vasa, and Majja separately.
• Combine the melted ingredients in a clean, stainless steel pot.
• Heat the mixture over low heat, stirring continuously.
• Maintain a gentle simmer until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and a homogenous mixture is achieved.
• Remove from heat and allow to cool.
• Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh cloth to remove any impurities.
• Store in a clean, airtight glass container in a cool, dark place.

Safety contraindications

• Not recommended for those with indigestion, acute fever, or during pregnancy without medical supervision.

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