HARIDRAKHAND

Remember when  you used to  get any small  injury or cut our mothers used to tell us to put turmeric powder on it; when we used to feel little under the weather they used to make “haldi wala doodh” for us ; and that used to do miracles on us. Turmeric is and always was an integral part of our household and everybody was aware of the medicinal properties.

There are numerous ayurvedic medicine preprations that have turmeric as an ingredient and today we are going to discuss one such prepration named HARIDRAKHAND

Haridrakhand also known as  Haridrakhandam is a trusted and potent Ayurvedic remedy used for skin and respiratory disorders. With the goodness of turmeric and several other herbs as well as spices, it helps get rid of all kind of ama (toxins) from the bodies . It’s an effective Ayurvedic medicine for allergy as well as other Kapha related problems.

HARIDRAKHAND is made of several Ingredients mentioned below:-

Turmeric,Milk,Rock sugar (Mishri),Cow ghee (Clarified butter),Cinnamon, Cardamom, Patra,Black pepper, Long pepper as well as Ginger,Triphala, Haritaki, Vibhitaki, Amla,Vidanga (Embelia Ribes), Trivrit (Operculina turpethum),Nagakeshar (Mesua ferrea),Musta (Cyperus rotundus) And Lauha Bhasma

BENEFITS OF HARIDRAKHAND

Regular use of Haridrakhand (Haridrakhandam) helps get rid of a lot of health conditions. It comes in a grain-like form and is anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antihistamine as well as an antipruritic.

Reduces acne

Heals eczema

Decreases swelling

Alleviates psoriasis

Helps with allergic rhinitis

Treats allergic bronchitis

Remits the signs of chronic hives

Prevents blisters, itching, and rashes

DOSAGE OF HARIDRAKHAND

It is safe to use for both kids as well as adults because it is made of all the natural ingredients.

So, depending upon the condition, 1/2 to 2 (three to six grams) tsp with honey or lukewarm milk/ water twice every day after meals is the recommended dosage. However, you should consult a doctorwho can  guide you better on how to use Haridrakhandam. Usually, it’s according to your body type, strength, and body weight etc.

Also, Vata individuals must have it with warm milk. Pitta people must drink it with cold milk and Kaphas with warm water for that added benefit.( You should be aware of your body constitution for it to work better. To know your prakriti fill this form .

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SIDE EFFECTS OF HARIDRAKHAND

There are absolutely no side effects of consuming Haridrakhand. However, pregnant as well as lactating women must avoid self-medication. Also, people allergic to milk must replace it with honey or plain water( consult your doctor for above).

Dr Suchita Jaswal

Ayurvedacharya, Naturopathy & Yoga expert

Nutritionist, Special educator for kids

Co- Founder :- The Real Health