हिंगाष्टक चूर्ण (६० ग्रॅम) - बैद्यनाथ
- Hingu (asafoetida): A potent digestive aid.
- Trikatu: A trio of digestive spices.
- Pippali (long pepper)
- Kali Mirch (black pepper)
- Sonth (dry ginger)
- Ajamoda (ajwain): Also known as carom seeds.
- Saindhava Lavana (rock salt): A key mineral that supports digestion.
- Shweta Jeeraka (white cumin seeds)
- Krishna Jeeraka (black cumin seeds)
- Relieves indigestion and bloating: It helps reduce flatulence, gas, and a heavy feeling after meals.
- Improves appetite: By stimulating the digestive fire, it is beneficial for those with a loss of appetite.
- Treats abdominal discomfort: It is used to ease stomach-aches, abdominal pain, and colic.
- Promotes regularity: It can help relieve constipation by stimulating bowel muscle contractions.
- Supports nutrient absorption: The powder assists the body in absorbing food more efficiently.
- Manages acidity: It helps reduce acid buildup in the stomach, which can prevent heartburn.
- How to take it: Hingwastak churna is traditionally mixed with ghee and taken with the first bite of food. It can also be taken with warm water or buttermilk after meals.
- Typical dose: The general dosage is 1–3 grams (about half a teaspoon) once or twice a day. However, it is best to follow the dosage instructions provided by an Ayurvedic practitioner or on the product label.
Key ingredients
The eight primary ingredients are:
Health benefits
Hingwastak churna offers a variety of digestive benefits:
Dosage and usage