Pippali rasayana is a traditional ayurvedic recipe, which is in the form of ‘Food jam’. It is prepared by spices and herbs in the base of honey, clarified butter and rice syrup. These rasaynas are usually prescribed by Ayurvedic practitioners. Among various ayurvedic rasaynas, pippali rasayna is the most popular ayurvedic medicine.
Pippali, also called Long pepper is a strong stimulant which improves respiratory and digestive system. It has properties to removes cold, congestion and toxic substances out of the body. It is a powerful rejuvenative mainly for the lungs. It is used in combination with other herbs to increase its effectiveness. The rasayna traditionally, consists of Pippali (Piper longum) and Palash (Butea monosperma).
Pippali — The Key Ingredient
- Pippali (Piper longum) is referred to as ‘Javanese’ and has a taste similar to black pepper.
- The long pepper is dried, used as seasoning in food and as spice.
- It is beneficial for cough and cold related diseases.
- Pippali is often mixed with black pepper and ginger to prepare the famous Trikatu (Three spices).
Benefits Of Pippali Rasayana
Pippali rasayana has numerous benefits, which are as follows –
- Longevity enhancer – According to Ayurveda medicine therapy, pippali is the most powerful herb and it serves as a longevity enhancer.
- Purification of the body — Pippali rasayna clears the shrotas (sources) which transport nutrients and also assist in waste removal from the body.
- Body metabolism — It enhances digestion, assimilates and metabolizes food. The herbal preparation also improves sleep at night.
- Dysentry — Pippali rasayana helps in dysentery treatment and worm infestations.
- Cough and Throat infections — Regular intake of Pippali rasayana helps in relief from cough and throat infections.
- Hiccups — It is also an effective cure of hiccups.
- General debility — The ayurvedic preparation also helps in treatment of irregular fever, anemia, piles and assimilation disorder.
- Blood circulation — It provides better blood circulation and boosts up the immune system.
- Lungs and Kidney — It improves lung and kidney health.
