Derived from the Sanskrit words “Swarna” meaning gold and “Prashan” meaning to consume, Swarnaprashan involves the consumption of a special herbal concoction containing gold particles. This unique blend of Ayurvedic herbs, honey, and gold is believed to possess numerous health benefits.

Swarnaprashan is primarily administered to children between the ages of 0-16 years. It is usually given on auspicious days, such as Pushya Nakshatra, believed to enhance its efficacy. This Ayurvedic practice aims to boost the immune system, improve cognitive functions, and promote overall growth and development in children.

The benefits of administering small quantities of Swarna bhasma are:

• Medha Vardhana – improvement in intelligence
• Agni Vardhana – improvement in digestion
• Bala Vardhana – improvement in strength and immunity
• Ayushya Vardhana – Improvement in life expectancy
• Mangala, Punya – Auspicious
• Grahapaha – protects from bad effects from planets