Payasa
Medically Reviewed by Ayuveda Clinical Team (Lead Medical Reviewer: Dr. Nitin Mohite, BAMS, MBA • Medical Logic Developer, UK • Clinical Profile • LinkedIn).
A nourishing sweet milk dish.
Modern description
A sweet, nourishing preparation, often made with rice, milk, and sugar, used to promote strength and vitality.
Purpose
Nourishment and Rejuvenation
Indications
- Weakness
- Emaciation
- Post-illness recovery
- Debility
- Vata and Pitta imbalances
- Improves strength and immunity
- Promotes lactation
Classical indications
- Kshaya (Emaciation)
- Balaheenata (Weakness)
- Daurbalya (Debility)
Karma
- Brumhana (Nourishing)
- Balya (Strengthening)
- Vata Pitta Shamaka (Balances Vata and Pitta)
- Rasayana (Rejuvenating)
Key ingredients
- Rice
- Milk
- Sugar
- Ghee
- Cardamom
- Saffron
- Dry fruits
Adult dose
1-2 cups (approximately 200-400 ml)
Pediatric dose
1/2 - 1 cup, once a day
Preparation steps
- Boil milk.
- Add rice and cook until soft.
- Add sugar and other ingredients like cardamom, nuts, and saffron.
- Simmer until desired consistency is achieved.
Safety contraindications
- Individuals with diabetes or urinary disorders should consume in moderation or avoid it.
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Ashtanga Hridaya, Sutrasthana.
- 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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