The History And Uses Of Chyawanprash (Chavanprash)

Who was Rishi Chyavan? Where does Chyawanprash get it's name? What is Chyawanprash used for? What seasons are best for using Chyawanprash? How much should you take each day? What makes Ayush's Amla Plex different? Dr. Shailinder Sodhi, BAMS, ND, discusses this amazing herb. He unpacks its origin, benefits and practical daily uses. Dr. Shailinder Sodhi was born in Himachal Pradesh, India. Growing up near the Himalayas, he developed an early interest in Ayurvedic plants and herbs. This interest gradually turned into a passion and in 1985, he received his B.A.M.S. (Bachelor in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) degree from Dayanand Ayurvedic College in Jalandhar, India. He then enrolled at Bastyr University located in Kenmore, Washington where he received his ND degree in Naturopathic Medicine in 1993. He also holds an AA in Diagnostic Ultrasound and is RDMS. Since then, he has been attending to patients along with his brother Dr. Virender Sodhi and his wife Dr. Anju Sodhi at the Ayurvedic d Naturopathic Clinic located in Bellevue, Washington where they treat patients from all over the world. Dr. Shailinder travels to Kauai, Hawaii to see patients as well. Dr. Shailinder Sodhi serves as President of Ayush Herbs® Inc. He also teaches at Bastyr University and is an adjunct faculty member. In addition, he contributes articles to such magazines as HSR and Vitamin Retailer.


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