Seasoned Vegetable Mix (Veshvara)
Fomentation with poultices.
Modern description
A poultice prepared with seasoned vegetables and spices, used for fomentation to relieve pain and inflammation.
Purpose
Fomentation with poultices.
Indications
- Indigestion, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, flatulence, cough, cold, Ama dosha (undigested toxins)
Classical indications
- Vrana (wound)
Karma
- Deepana (appetizer)
- Pachana (digestive)
- Vata-Kapha Shamaka (balances Vata and Kapha)
- Shoolahara (pain reliever)
Key ingredients
- Dry Ginger
Adult dose
1-3 grams
Pediatric dose
External application only (with caution)
Preparation steps
- Chop the vegetables and spices finely.
- Crush or grind the ingredients to a pulpy mass.
- Add just enough moisture (hot water or herbal tea) to make a thick paste.
- Warm the paste.
- Apply directly to the skin or wrap in a cloth.
Safety contraindications
- Avoid in cases of known allergy to any of the ingredients.