What Is Chitrak Haritaki ?

Chitrak Haritaki, also known as Chitrak Haritaki Avaleha is an ayurvedic proprietary medication that is available in the form of a herbal jam. It is extremely significant in treating respiratory anomalies like cough, cold, difficulty breathing (dyspnoea), asthma and chronic rhinitis. Additionally, it is also helpful in improving digestion, treating bloating, constipation and managing intestinal worm infestation.

It contains a plethora of powerful ayurvedic herbs like Haritaki, Chitrak, Amla, Giloy, Bael, Gokshura, Kantakari, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Ginger, Pippali, Dashmoola, Kalimirch, Jaggery and Honey. Hallowed with a host of medicinal properties including mucolytic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antitussive, detoxifier, carminative, antioxidant, immunomodulatory and antimicrobial properties, this Avaleha formulation is a boon for all sorts of Kapha- Vata vitiations.

Chitrak Haritaki also called Chitraka Haritak Avaleha is an Ayurvedic formulation used to treat respiratory conditions like asthma and chronic rhinitis. It may also help manage cough, cold, and difficulty breathing (dyspnoea). It is also helpful in improving digestion power, treating bloating, and managing intestinal worms.

According to Ayurveda, Chitrak Haritaki helps balance Kapha-Vata and remove excess mucus from the lungs, thereby providing relief from the symptoms of asthma. These properties also aid in clearing out the air passage by helping release mucus from the lungs. Release of sputum/mucus from the respiratory tract helps in cough, cold, problems like bronchitis, and allergic rhinitis. Chitrak Haritaki also helps reduce Ama by improving digestive fire. This further helps in managing indigestion and controls the growth of worm infestation.

Chitrak Haritaki Avaleha Ayurvedic Indications :

Time and again, this ayurvedic medication has been mentioned in several ancient scriptures of Susruta and Charaka for the following indications including Kasahara (Relieves cough), Kapha-Vata Hara (treats Kapha and Vata imbalances), Balya (increase strength), Anulomana (improves breathing), Ama Nashik (removes toxins), Svasha Hara (treats asthma), Jwara Hara (reduces fever), Deepana (enhances stomach fire), Pachana (helps in digestion), Rochana (stimulates appetite), Hikkanigrahana (treats incessant hiccups), Katya (relieves sore throat), Triptighno (relieves pseudo-satiation), Kanthya (improves voice), and Rasayani (rejuvenates the whole body).

Health Benefits of Chitrak Haritaki  :

Cough and cold :
A cough is quite a common ailment, which usually happens with the cold. It is commonly known as Kapha disorder in Ayurveda. A cough is generally caused by the accumulation of mucus in the respiratory tract. Chitrak Haritaki is an effective herb in managing cough and cold. Chitrak Haritaki controls cough, releases mucus, and clears air passages, thus allowing the patient to breathe freely. This is due to its Kapha and Vata balancing property.

May Support Metabolic Health :

Certain animal-based studies have so that compounds within haritaki can potentially help treat high blood sugar, insulin resistance, high cholesterol and other factors related to metabolic syndrome. The carbs and sugar present within this fruit are believed to be slowly digested and to positively impact blood sugar levels.

Indigestion :

Indigestion, also known as dyspepsia and stomach upset, is a state of an incomplete process of digestion. It can be characterized by a sensation of pain or discomfort in the upper abdominal region accompanied by a feeling of fullness, bloating, and flatulence. According to Ayurveda, indigestion is termed Agnimandya. This occurs due to an imbalance of Pitta dosha. Whenever the consumed food is left undigested due to Mand Agni (low digestive fire), it results in the formation of Ama (toxic remains in the body due to improper digestion). Chitrak Haritaki helps to manage indigestion and reduce Ama by improving digestive fire.

Chronic Sinusitis :

Chitrak Haritaki is useful when drainage of thick and white discharge. It reduces discharge from the nose as well as down the back of the throat. Furthermore, it is also helpful for improving breathing and reducing the nasal obstruction. It also improves the sense of smell and taste.