Sitopaladi Churna (powder) is considered to be one of the finest, safest and effective ayurvedic formulations for treating respiratory disorders, digestive troubles, allergic reactions and enhancing immunity. It is found to reinstate lung capacity and enhance pulmonary functioning. Common ingredients of this powder formulation are dried forms of cinnamon, cardamom, pepper, raw sugar (misri) and parts of bamboo tree. This powder is often prescribed in combination with honey.
This amazing immune-booster is an anti-inflammatory, helps in balancing kapha dosha, increases bio-availability of vital compounds and is packed with antioxidants.
Adults: 1-2gm daily.
Children: 250-500 mg daily or as prescribed by the doctor.
Common side-effects: Not known.
Not so common side-effects: Over-consumption on empty stomach can cause gastritis.
Pregnant and Nursing mothers: Not known, is generally considered safe.
Children: Not known, is generally considered safe
Warnings:
May have an effect on blood glucose levels. Consult the doctor if you are on diabetic medication.
Rosa centifolia (rose species used to make gulkand)
Gulkand is one of a kind delicious Ayurvedic formulation. It is a jam/sweet preserve made from rose petals and honey. It has been used as ayurvedic medicine since ancient times. Gulkand has a cooling and soothing effect on the body and is often recommended as a morning supplement with a glass of milk. It helps in preventing heat related disorders especially burning eyes/palms/soles, nosebleeds, tiredness, lethargy etc during severe summers. It aids in treating constipation associated with pregnancy, acidity, gastritis, peptic ulcers, indigestion, palpitation, dysmenorrhoea. Gulkand is inherently rich in Calcium and has antioxidant properties and has been found to be effective in treating stress, skin acne, body odor, and hypertension (not associated with diabetes).
Paste or Jam