Ayurvedic

Chyawanprash

Also called: chyavanprash

A herbal jam based on amla, made with ghee, honey and many herbs.

Why people take it
Immunity, energy.
What the evidence says
Little scientific evidence.
How it is usually taken
Usually 1 to 2 teaspoons once or twice a day.
Be careful
High in sugar; some products have tested high in heavy metals.
Medicines it can interact with
High sugar: people with diabetes should count it.

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Common questions

What is Chyawanprash?

A herbal jam based on amla, made with ghee, honey and many herbs.

Why do people take Chyawanprash?

Immunity, energy.

Does Chyawanprash work?

Little scientific evidence.

How much Chyawanprash do people take?

Usually 1 to 2 teaspoons once or twice a day.

Is Chyawanprash safe?

High in sugar; some products have tested high in heavy metals.

Does Chyawanprash interact with medicines?

High sugar: people with diabetes should count it.

Sources and further reading

Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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