Formulations
Arishtam & Asavam
Arishtam and Asavam, the naturally fermented liquids of classical Ayurveda: how self-fermentation is done and the qualities of each preparation.
Arishtam & Asavam Abhayarishtam A gently fermented Ayurvedic tonic built on Haritaki and warming spices, traditionally taken after meals to support digestion and the downward movements. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Amritarishta Amritarishta explained: the gently fermented Guduchi tonic with the ten roots and bitter herbs, its classical qualities and how it is traditionally used. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Amritarishtam Amritarishtam explained: the fermented Guduchi tonic of Ayurveda, named in the classical care of long-standing and returning fevers. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Aravindasavam A gently fermented lotus-based tonic, traditionally given to children to support appetite, strength and steady growth. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Ashokarishtam Ashokarishtam is a classical fermented Ayurvedic tonic built on Ashoka bark, traditionally taken to support the natural female cycle. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Ashwagandharishta Ashwagandharishta explained: the sweet, settling fermented tonic built on Ashwagandha, traditionally chosen for depletion, restlessness and dry Vata. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Balarishtam Balarishtam explained: the gently fermented Bala and ten-roots tonic that Ayurveda uses to settle Vata and rebuild strength. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Balaristam A gently fermented Ayurvedic tonic built on the strengthening root Bala, taken to rebuild the body and settle Vata. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Chandanasavam Chandanasavam is a gently fermented Ayurvedic tonic built on sandalwood, traditionally taken to cool the body when inner heat runs high. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Dasamoolaristam A gently fermented tonic of the ten roots, traditionally reached for to steady and rebuild a body that feels worn down after illness or childbirth. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Devadarvarishtam Devadarvarishtam explained: the fermented Devadaru tonic of Ayurveda, named in the classical care of Kapha, the fat tissue and digestion. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Draksharishtam A gently fermented tonic built on raisins, sweet and nourishing, classically given to someone who is run down and short of strength. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Jeerakarishtam Jeerakarishtam is a gently fermented cumin tonic, used in Ayurveda to settle the digestion and to warm a weak, uneven digestive fire. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Kanakasavam Kanakasavam explained: the naturally fermented preparation named for the Kanaka plant, linked in the tradition with the breath and chest, given with care. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Khadirarishta A gently fermented classical tonic built on Khadira heartwood, long treated in Ayurveda as the leading fermented preparation for the skin and the blood. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Khadirarishtam Khadirarishtam explained: the fermented Khadira tonic of Ayurveda, named in the classical care of the skin and the clearing of the blood. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Kumaryasavam Kumaryasavam is a gently fermented Ayurvedic tonic built on aloe, used to settle inner heat and to support a slow, sluggish digestion. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Kutajaristam Kutajaristam is a gently fermented tonic built on Kutaja bark, taken in Ayurveda to steady the digestion and to support the bowels. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Lohasavam A gently fermented Ayurvedic tonic built around iron and the three myrobalans, traditionally taken to nourish the blood. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Mridwikarishtam A gently fermented Ayurvedic tonic built on Mridwika, the grape, traditionally used as a soothing, nourishing restorative. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Mustarishtam Mustarishtam explained: the fermented Musta tonic of Ayurveda, named in the classical care of digestion and loose motions. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Parthadyarishtam A gently fermented tonic built around Arjuna bark, belonging to the classical group of preparations the tradition links with the heart and steady strength. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Pippalyasavam A gently self-fermented Ayurvedic tonic built on long pepper and warming spices, traditionally taken to kindle a low digestive fire. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Punarnavarishtam A gently fermented Ayurvedic tonic built on punarnava, traditionally taken to move stagnant fluid and support the body's clearing of heaviness. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Punarnavasavam Punarnavasavam explained: the fermented Punarnava tonic of Ayurveda, named in the classical care of swelling and retained fluid. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Rohitakarishta A gently fermented classical preparation built on the bark of Rohitaka, long turned to by the tradition for the spleen and the liver region. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Saraswatarishtam A gently fermented Ayurvedic tonic built around Brahmi and the herbs of memory, traditionally taken to support the mind, focus and a settled mood. Read article Arishtam & Asavam Vasarishtam Vasarishtam explained: the fermented Vasa tonic of Ayurveda, named in the classical care of cough and the ease of breathing. Read article