Ghee And Jaggery Preparation (Sarpir-Guda)
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Ghee and jaggery preparation. A simple combination of ghee and jaggery that acts as a tonic and promotes strength and nourishment.
Modern description
A simple combination of ghee and jaggery that acts as a tonic and promotes strength and nourishment. It is beneficial in improving digestion, boosting immunity and relieving constipation.
Purpose
To provide nourishment, strength and improve immunity.
Indications
- Emaciation
- Debility
- Vata disorders
- Loss of strength
- Cough (especially old cough)
- Anemia
- General weakness
- Improving immunity
- Kshaya (tissue depletion)
Classical indications
- Kshata-kshina
- Dourbalya (weakness)
Karma
- Vatahara
- Balya
- Rasayana
- Pushtida
- Deepana
- Ojas increasing
- Improves immunity
Key ingredients
- Purana Ghrita
- Guda
Adult dose
5-10 grams once or twice a day
Pediatric dose
1/2 - 1 tablespoon, consult an Ayurvedic practitioner
Preparation steps
- Take equal parts of ghee and jaggery.
- Melt the ghee over low heat.
- Add jaggery to the melted ghee.
- Mix well until the jaggery is completely dissolved and the mixture is homogenous.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Consume while warm.
Safety contraindications
- Not recommended for individuals with severe digestive impairment, acute fever, or uncontrolled diabetes.
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Charaka 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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