Swarna Prashan

Suvarnaprashan is an Ayurvedic formulation, presented as a lehyam (a preparation intended for licking), specifically designed for children from birth up to 16 years of age. Its composition includes medicated ghrita, honey, and swarna bhasma (incinerated gold). 

The commencement of Suvarnaprashan is traditionally recommended on the auspicious day of Pushya Nakshatra. It can be done in 2 ways :

1. Daily administration (daily dose of Suvarnaprashana) may continue for a period of 6 to 9 months, or
2. Once a month on the day of Pushya Nakshtra.  

It shall be started after the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician (Vaidya) or a doctor. This practice is recognized as one of the sixteen major Sanskaras (sacraments) in traditional Hindu culture, akin to Namkarana (naming ceremony) and Annaprashana (first feeding of solid food), underscoring its vital role in a child's developmental journey.

Benefits of Swarna Prashana 

1. Build up immunity, fights from seasonal infections and diseases 
2. It enhances child's memory and it's the best memory booster. 
3. Promotes physical growth and development. 
4. Kindles digestion 
5. Helps improving Speech, Complexion, stamina 
6. Improves School performance And much more...

Benefical in Diseases

Swarna prashana may benefit children with conditions like ADHD, Autism, developmental delays, speech delay, stammering, hearing difficulties, and impaired vision, as well as other illnesses, but only after consultation with a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner (Vaidya). It has also shown promise in reducing the recurrence of common respiratory issues like colds, coughs, and tonsillitis and even COVID-19. 

When to Avoid giving Swarnaprashan to your child ?

Swarnaprashan should be temporarily discontinued if the child experiences severe episodes of fever, diarrhea, vomiting, cough, cold, or any other systemic illness. Once the child has fully recovered, the Swarnaprashan dosage can be resumed.

Why Pushya Nakshtra ? 

Pushya Nakshatra is considered exceptionally auspicious in Vedic astrology, it is associated with nourishment, growth, and auspicious beginnings. Following tradition, the Ayurvedic practice of Suvarnaprashan, where gold ash is given to children, is specifically performed on Pushya Nakshatra. This highly regarded lunar constellation is believed to magnify the effects of the medicine, thereby fostering the child's overall health and well-being.