Swarna Prashana (or Suvarna Prashan) is a traditional Ayurvedic immunization technique for children (0–16 years), involving the administration of purified gold ash (
) with honey, ghee, and herbs. It aims to boost immunity, enhance physical/mental growth, improve digestion, and prevent recurrent infections. It is often administered on Pushya Nakshatra days.
Key Benefits of Swarna Prashana:
- Immunity Booster: Enhances the body’s natural defense mechanism, helping prevent recurrent infections like cold, cough, and fever.
- Intellectual Growth: Improves memory, intellect (Medha), and mental performance.
- Physical Strength:
Promotes better growth, development, and overall strength.
Digestion and Metabolism: Improves appetite and digestion.Skin Tone: Boosts skin complexion.
Composition and Administration:
- Ingredients: Contains
(purified gold ash), honey, ghee, and herbal extracts such as Brahmi, Shankhpushpi, and Vacha.
- Target Age: Typically for children from birth up to 16 years.
- Timing: Best administered on an empty stomach in the morning, often on the day of Pushya Nakshatra (an auspicious day in the Hindu calendar) for maximum benefit.
- Dosage: Varies by age; common recommendations include 1–3 drops daily or periodically.