3 KATU (Trikatu Churan)

Key Ingredient: Soonthi, Marich, Pippali
Effect on Dosha: V-, K-, P+ Vipak: Katu Energy: warming
Action: Stimulant, Reduces ama and gas formation, Improves metabolism. Helps in de-toxification of body and its efficacy increases when taken with 7vik Aatmashakti (triphala Churna)
Indication: Digestive respiratory system, asthma, cold & cough, arthritis, sciatica, reduces obesity, filariasis, reduces vata and swelling
Usage: If taken before food with luke-warm water it increases appetite or if taken after food with buttermilk then promotes digestion.
Caution: Don’t use if one has high pitta, ulcer, bleeding, acidity, burning sensation. If taking diabetes medicines kindly consult your physician before taking them.
Dosage: 1 to 3 gm churna – as directed by physician.
Anupan: Can be taken with Luke wam water / buttermilk. “With Ghee in treating vata-related diseases.” Can be taken with Honey in treating kapha-related diseases.
Cough & cold / respiratory tract.