Gruel Water (Dhanyambu)
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To quench thirst.
Modern description
Gruel water is a light, easily digestible drink used to quench thirst and improve digestion.
Purpose
To quench thirst.
Indications
- Indigestion, anorexia, diarrhea, sprue, abdominal distension, intestinal malabsorption, fever (especially when associated with digestive weakness), constipation, used as a base for asthapana basti.
Classical indications
- Thirst
- Digestive weakness
- Fever
Karma
- Deepana
- Pachana
- Grahi
- Vata-Anulomana
Key ingredients
- Water
- Dhanya (Cereal grains
Adult dose
60-120 ml
Pediatric dose
As needed to quench thirst
Preparation steps
- Wash rice or other grain
- Add 1 part grain to 6-14 parts water
- Boil until the grains are well-cooked and softened
- Strain the mixture
- Cool and serve
Safety contraindications
- Fever, Severe Weakness, Pregnancy, Extreme Pitta Imbalance
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Charak 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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