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Kashayam Herbal Teas

Kashayam Herbal Teas

by Kottakkal Support February 24, 2022

Kashayam Herbal Teas

Kashayam is one of the panchakalpanas (5 methods of herbal preparation) of Ayurveda. Kashyams are a widely used form of herbal preparation and do not refer to any one type of Ayurvedic formula. It is a generic term for a certain type of herbal tea decoction.

Kashayam refers to a water decoction or water extract of a single herb or group of herbs. Herbal decoctions support many types of acute and chronic illnesses. 

Kashayams are an ancient form of preparing herbal remedies and are prepared with fresh plant material. Arya Vaidya Sala's Kashayams are available in liquid form, but many are also available as tablets known as Kwathams.

 Available Kashayams 

Katakakhadiradi Kashayam Katakakhadiradi kashayam contains kataka and khadira which balances kapha dosha and helps balance blood sugar levels. 
Kalasakadi Kashayam Kalasakadi kashayam contains kalashaka that helps balance both pitta and kapha dosha, supports digestive system by helping to lower gas and bloating.  
Chiruvilvadi Kashayam Chiruvilvadi kashayam contains chiruvilva and helps to balance both vata and pitta doshas, supports digestion, helps lower gas, bloating, and eases elimination of stool.  
Pathyakshadhatryadi Kashayam  Pathyakshadhatryadi contains haritaki and bibitaki and helps with balancing vata dosha and helps support both head and body pain. 
Rasnadi Kashayam  Rasnadi Kashayam contains the herb rasna which balances vata dosha, helps support muscle and nerve pain, especially back pain. 
Varanadi Kashayam  Varanadi Kashayam contains the herb varana and helps to balance kapha dosha, improve agni or digestive fire, helps to lower excess meda tissue and supports the urinary system.  
Varadi Kashayam  Varadi Kashayam contains the herbal formula triphala and helps to balance kapha dosha, improve agni or digestive fire, helps to lower excess meda tissue and is good for balancing weight. 
Amritotharam Kashayam  Amritotharam Kashayam contains both guduchi and ginger which helps to balance both pitta and kapha dosha. This supplement helps lower body temperature, lower body ache, and cleanse ama from the stomach area. 
Gandharvahastadi Kashayam  Gandharvahastadi Kashayam contains the castor which balances vata dosha, helps lower excess gas and stool by easing elimination, and supports a healthy digestive system. 
Brahmidrakshadi Kashayam Brahmidrakshadi Kashayam contains the herbs brahmi and draksha which help balance both vata and pitta dosha, helps support muscular and nerve pain, and lowers burning sensation. 
Shadangam Kashayam  Shadangam Kashayam  contains the herbs chandana and musta which help to balance both kapha and pitta dosha, helps support normal body temperature, lower pain, and remove ama.  
Varavisaladi Kashayam  The main herb is guduchi and balances Vata and Pitta dosha, supports for nervous system, memory, mental health issues
Dasamulam Kashayam The main herbs are the Dashamula group which balances Vata and Kapha dosha, supports respiratory health, removes excess mucus from the lungs, lowers inflammation from the joints, supports muscle and nerve health.
Manjishthadi Kashyam (Brihat) The main herb is manjitha and balances Pitta and Vata dosha, it helps to purify the blood, supports circulation and muscle pain, Good for skin health.


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Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Kottakkal Ayurveda products and information are not intended for use in the diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any disease. If you have serious, acute, or chronic health problems, please consult a trained health professional. If you are seeking the advice of a trained Ayurvedic professional, call (800) 215-9934 or email us at contact@kottakkal.shop. We will provide you with information to consult with Ayurvedic professionals. Always check with your doctor before taking herbs when pregnant or nursing.

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