Ghrithams
Ghrithams are classical Ayurvedic ghee preparations described in the Ashtanga Hridayam, Charaka Samhita and Sahasrayogam. In the traditional preparation process, pure cow's ghee is slowly cooked with herbal decoctions and fine pastes over low heat, allowing the fat-soluble active principles of the herbs to be extracted into the ghee base. This method, called Sneha Paka, is one of the oldest pharmaceutical techniques in Ayurveda.
This collection includes Brahmi Ghritham, Dhanwantharam Ghritham, Thikthakam Ghritham and Mahathiktakam Ghritham. Each is a practitioner-grade formulation rooted in specific classical texts. If you are new to Ghrithams, consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner for guidance on the right preparation for your constitution.
Brahmi Ghritham is the classical ghee preparation of Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), the primary Medhya Rasayana of the Ayurvedic tradition. Documented in the Ashtanga Hridayam (Uttarasthana) and Charaka Samhita, this formulation combines 10 carefully selected herbs processed into purified cow's ghee through the traditional Sneha Kalpana method. The ghee carrier reaches the finest channels of the nervous system, delivering Brahmi's cooling, mind-nourishing properties to Majja Dhatu (nervous tissue) with exceptional depth.
Brahmi Ghritham is Tridoshic with a cooling Virya, particularly valued for Pitta-predominant conditions of the mind. Classical texts describe it as Medhya (intellect-nourishing), Rasayana (rejuvenative) and Majja Dhatu Poshaka (nervous tissue-nourishing). It complements the external application of Brahmi Thailam: the Ghritham works through the internal digestive channels, while the Thailam works through the scalp and transdermal route.
Take 1-3g daily on an empty stomach, warmed to liquid consistency, with warm water, or as directed by your Ayurvedic practitioner.
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Thikthakam Ghritham is a classical bitter ghee from the Ashtanga Hridayam, belonging to the same Tikta Ghrita (bitter ghee) family as Mahathiktakam Ghritham. Where Mahathiktakam uses a large, broad group of herbs, Thikthakam uses a smaller, more focused group of 9 herb extracts with a specific classical emphasis on the Asthi Dhatu (bone tissue) and Majja Dhatu (marrow) channels.
The Tikta (bitter) taste has a particular affinity for Asthi Dhatu in the classical texts, making bitter ghee preparations the preferred vehicle for supporting the bone tissue level. The herb group centres on Nimba (Neem), Guduchi, Patola and Triphala, processed into purified cow's ghee. Classical texts describe it as Pittahara, Asthiposhaka (bone tissue-nourishing) and Majja Dhatu Poshaka. More targeted than Mahathiktakam for deeper tissue presentations.
Take 1-2g daily on an empty stomach, warmed to liquid consistency, with warm water, or as directed by your Ayurvedic practitioner.
This product is a food supplement. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Consult a qualified practitioner before use if pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.
Dhanwantharam Ghritham is the classical ghee form of the Dhanwantharam formulation, documented in the Ashtanga Hridayam and Sahasrayogam. Named after Lord Dhanwantari, the patron deity of Ayurveda, this preparation carries over 33 herbs led by Bala (Sida cordifolia) and the Dashamula (ten-root) group, processed into purified cow's ghee through the traditional Sneha Kalpana method. As a Ghritham, it nourishes Vata-affected tissues directly through the digestive channels.
The Dashamula group forms the foundational Vata-pacifying base, while Bala adds the primary Brimhana (tissue-building) dimension that distinguishes this formulation. Classical texts describe it as Vatahara, Balya and Brimhana, with particular emphasis in the prenatal and postnatal context (Garbhini and Sutika Paricharya). It complements external application of Dhanwantharam Thailam: the Ghritham works internally, the Thailam externally.
Take 2-3g daily on an empty stomach, warmed to liquid consistency, with warm water, or as directed by your Ayurvedic practitioner.
This product is a food supplement. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Consult a qualified practitioner before use if pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.
Mahathiktakam Ghritham is the great bitter ghee of the classical Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia, documented in the Ashtanga Hridayam (Chikitsa Sthana). The name is literal: Maha (great) + Tikta (bitter) + Ghritham (ghee). This formulation combines 26 bitter and astringent herbs including Nimba (Neem), Guduchi, Triphala and Patola, processed into purified cow's ghee through the traditional Sneha Kalpana method.
In the classical framework, the Tikta (bitter) taste is the primary tool for Pitta reduction and Rakta Dhatu (blood tissue) support. Mahathiktakam provides a broad, deep Tikta action across multiple tissue levels simultaneously. Classical texts describe it as Pittahara, Kushthaghna (skin-clarifying) and Raktashodhaka (blood-supporting). The "Maha" prefix distinguishes it from Thikthakam Ghritham by the greater breadth of herbs in the formula.
Take 2g daily on an empty stomach, warmed to liquid consistency, with warm water, or as directed by your Ayurvedic practitioner.
This product is a food supplement. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Consult a qualified practitioner before use if pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.