Ayurvedic Powders
Known as Churnam in classical Ayurveda, these are finely ground herbal powders prepared from single herbs or traditional compound blends. Powders are the oldest and most versatile form in the Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia, they can be mixed with warm water, milk, ghee or honey depending on the herb and the desired effect.
This collection includes single-herb Rasayana powders like Ashwagandha, Brahmi, Shatavari and Amla alongside classical compound formulations such as Triphala, Avipattikar and Dashmoola. Each one is rooted in specific classical texts and prepared following traditional methods.
Take them as part of your daily wellness routine or as directed by your Ayurvedic practitioner. Start with Triphala if you are new to Ayurvedic powders, it is the most widely used formulation in the entire tradition.
Amla Churnam (Emblica officinalis), also known as Amalaki, is described in the Charaka Samhita as the single most important Rasayana fruit in Ayurveda. It possesses five of the six tastes (all except salty), giving it an extraordinarily broad and balanced action across all three Doshas.
Amalaki is the primary ingredient in Triphala and the base of Chyavanaprasha. Its cooling Virya and sweet Vipaka make it one of the rare Rasayanas that nourishes deeply without aggravating Pitta. Classical texts classify it as Vayasthapana (age-defying), Chakshushya (vision-supporting) and one of the richest natural sources of Vitamin C.
Take 1/2 to 1 teaspoon (2-3g) mixed with warm water or honey, once or twice daily. Can also be used externally as a hair mask when mixed with water to form a paste.
This product is a food supplement. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified practitioner before use if pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.
Ashwagandha Churnam (Withania somnifera) is one of the most revered herbs in classical Ayurveda, celebrated as a premier Rasayana and Balya (strength-promoting) formulation. The Charaka Samhita classifies it as a Medhya Rasayana, and the name literally means "the smell of a horse," referring to the vitality and stamina it traditionally imparts.
With a warming Virya and sweet post-digestive effect, Ashwagandha is especially suited for Vata and Kapha imbalances. It is traditionally valued for its grounding, nourishing qualities and is one of the finest adaptogenic herbs in the Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia. Ideal for autumn and winter routines when the body seeks deeper nourishment.
Take 1/2 to 1 teaspoon (2-3g) mixed with warm milk or water, preferably in the evening or before bed. May also be taken with ghee and honey (in unequal proportions) for enhanced absorption.
This product is a food supplement. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified practitioner before use if pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.
Avipattikar Choornam is a classical compound formulation described in the Bhaishajya Ratnavali and Sharangadhara Samhita. It is among the most widely prescribed Pitta-balancing digestive powders, combining cooling, carminative and gently laxative herbs into a single harmonious blend. The name suggests a formulation that prevents "Vipatti" (disorder) in the digestive tract.
The compound includes Trikatu (ginger, black pepper, long pepper), Triphala, Musta, Vidanga and Ela (cardamom) with Mishri (rock sugar). The warming Trikatu stimulates Agni while the cooling majority of the formula pacifies excess Pitta. Both Deepana (appetite-kindling) and Anulomana (gently downward-moving).
Take 1/2 to 1 teaspoon (2-3g) with warm water or buttermilk, after meals. Traditionally taken after lunch and dinner for optimal digestive support.
This product is a food supplement. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified practitioner before use if pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.
Brahmi Churnam (Bacopa monnieri) is one of the four Medhya Rasayanas described in the Charaka Samhita, herbs specifically classified for their affinity with the mind, intellect and nervous system. The name derives from Brahma, the creative principle, reflecting its traditional role in supporting the highest faculties of awareness.
Brahmi is Tridoshic with a predominantly cooling Virya, making it suitable year-round for all constitutional types. It is especially valued for Pitta-predominant conditions of the mind. Classical texts describe it as Ayushya (life-promoting), Balya (strength-giving) and Swarya (voice-enhancing).
Take 1/2 to 1 teaspoon (2-3g) mixed with warm milk, ghee or water, preferably in the morning. Can also be applied externally as a hair and scalp paste mixed with a suitable carrier oil.
This product is a food supplement. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified practitioner before use if pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.
Dashmoola Churnam, meaning "ten roots," is one of the most important compound formulations in classical Ayurveda. Described in the Charaka Samhita and Ashtanga Hridayam, it combines five roots from large trees (Brihat Panchamoola) with five roots from smaller plants (Laghu Panchamoola) to create one of the most comprehensive Vata-balancing formulas in the tradition.
Brihat Panchamoola provides deep, heavy, grounding qualities that pacify Vata in the bones and joints. Laghu Panchamoola contributes lighter, more penetrating qualities that reach the subtler channels. Classical texts classify Dashmoola as Shothahara (comfort-supporting), Jwaraghna (heat-balancing) and Vatahara (Vata-pacifying).
Can be prepared as a decoction (boil 1 tablespoon in 200ml water, reduce to 50ml, strain), taken as powder (1/2 to 1 teaspoon with warm water) or used externally in Kizhi preparations. Use as directed by your practitioner.
This product is a food supplement. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified practitioner before use if pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.
Erandamoola Kwath Choornam is a classical decoction powder prepared from the root of the castor plant (Ricinus communis). Described in the Charaka Samhita and Ashtanga Hridayam, Eranda Moola is classified as one of the most important Vata-balancing herbs. The "Kwath Choornam" format means it is a coarse powder intended to be boiled in water to prepare a fresh decoction.
Eranda Moola's warming Virya and sweet Vipaka give it a distinctly nourishing yet mobilising quality. Classical texts describe it as Vatahara (Vata-pacifying), Shoolahara (comfort-supporting) and Basti Shodhana (purifying to the lower abdomen). Frequently used alongside other Vata-balancing therapies in Panchakarma protocols.
To prepare: boil 1 tablespoon of powder in 200ml water, reduce to 50ml, strain and drink warm. Once or twice daily as directed by your practitioner. Best taken on an empty stomach.
This product is a food supplement. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified practitioner before use if pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.
Haritaki Churnam (Terminalia chebula) is revered in Ayurveda as Abhaya, "the fearless one," and is considered the most versatile single herb in the classical pharmacopoeia. The Charaka Samhita places it at the very top of Rasayana herbs. It is the first of the three fruits in Triphala.
Haritaki possesses five of the six tastes (all except salty) and balances all three Doshas with a particular affinity for Vata. Its warming Virya combined with a sweet Vipaka gives it the rare quality of being warming yet not aggravating to Pitta. Classical texts describe it as Anulomana (downward-moving), the primary herb for healthy elimination.
Take 1/2 to 1 teaspoon (2-3g) with warm water, preferably before bed. Traditionally taken with different carriers in different seasons: rock salt in the rains, sugar in autumn, ginger in early winter, Pippali in late winter, honey in spring and jaggery in summer.
This product is a food supplement. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified practitioner before use if pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.
Musta Churnam (Cyperus rotundus), known as Nagarmotha in Hindi, is regarded in classical Ayurveda as one of the finest Deepana-Pachana (digestive) herbs. The Charaka Samhita classifies it in the Lekhaniya group (metabolic herbs) and the Trishna Nigrahana group (thirst-alleviating).
Unlike many digestive herbs that are heating, Musta offers the rare quality of stimulating Agni without generating excess heat. Its cooling Virya makes it suitable even in warm seasons and for Pitta-predominant constitutions. Classical texts also describe it as Grahi (absorbent) and Stambhana (binding).
Take 1/2 to 1 teaspoon (2-3g) with warm water, before or after meals. Often combined with other digestive herbs such as Haritaki or ginger for enhanced effect.
This product is a food supplement. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified practitioner before use if pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.
Shatavari Churnam (Asparagus racemosus) is one of the most celebrated Rasayana herbs in classical Ayurveda. The name literally means "she who possesses a hundred husbands," a poetic reference to its deep nourishing and rejuvenating qualities. It is classified as a Stri Rasayana (woman's rejuvenative) par excellence in the Charaka Samhita.
With a sweet taste, cooling Virya and sweet Vipaka, Shatavari is the quintessential Pitta-pacifying and Vata-nourishing herb. Classical texts describe it as Balya (strength-promoting), Vrishya (vitality-enhancing) and Jivaniya (life-giving). While traditionally celebrated for women's wellness, it is equally valued as a general Rasayana for all constitutions.
Take 1/2 to 1 teaspoon (2-3g) mixed with warm milk, ghee or water, once or twice daily. The classical carrier of warm milk with a pinch of sugar enhances its Rasayana qualities.
This product is a food supplement. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified practitioner before use if pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.
Triphala Churnam is the most widely used formulation in classical Ayurveda, a synergistic blend of three fruits: Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica) and Amalaki (Emblica officinalis). Described in the Charaka Samhita as a Rasayana of the highest order, Triphala is valued for its gentle yet comprehensive action on digestion and overall vitality.
Each fruit brings a distinct quality. Haritaki balances Vata, Bibhitaki supports Kapha, and Amalaki cools and nourishes Pitta. Together they form a Tridoshic Rasayana that supports healthy digestion, gentle elimination and tissue nourishment without creating dependence or excess heat.
Take 1/2 to 1 teaspoon (2-3g) mixed with warm water, ideally before bed or on an empty stomach in the morning. Can also be used externally as a mild cleansing wash for skin and hair.
This product is a food supplement. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified practitioner before use if pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.