Suitability for Consumption of Chyawanprakash-A Herbal Formulation in Controlled Type II Diabetics-A Open Label Clinical Study

Kumar, Sumit; Gupta, Arun; Ghungralekar, Raman; Deshpande, Vaishali

doi:10.4172/2327-5162.1000230

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“…One study evaluated the e ects of CP in elderly people and found a decrease in cholesterol, triglycerides, and LDL (lowdensity lipoprotein) and increase in HDL (high-density lipoprotein) levels, which suggest its hypolipidemic role and validate its indications in geriatrics as already mentioned in Ayurveda classics [4]. In another clinical study on type-2 diabetics, the consumption of CP resulted in an insigni cant change in HbA1c and blood sugar levels, which indicates its safe usage in mild to moderate diabetes controlled by oral hypoglycemic agents [5]. However, these studies seem to be not free from bias and the details are given in Table 1.…”

Section: Effect On Diabetes and Lipid Profilesupporting

confidence: 62%

Golden Ager Chyawanprash with Meager Evidential Base from Human Clinical Trials

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Kakodkar

Kabra

et al. 2022

Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine

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Chyawanprash (CP) is one of the most revered, effective, and best-selling health supplements of Indian Ayurvedic system of medicine, which is high on the trust and health quotient among Indian consumers. CP is an ancient synergistic blend of around fifty (50) medicinal herbs, herbal extracts with jam-like consistency, traditionally used to improve respiratory health, strengthen the immune system, prevent recurrence of infections, and over the decades is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. With the recent growth of commercialization, this traditional preparation is gaining popularity across the world. Various pharma firms are engaged in its commercial production, and this recipe is easily available on market shelves, with a common brand name “Chyawanprash.” The consumers generally pop up with some genuine queries or doubts regarding its usage and benefits. Though CP is well-trusted traditional preparation, however, limited scientific literature is available on understanding its clinical role. This critical review discusses the general consumer queries apropos its usage, critically analyzing the reported clinical studies, perspectives, and unmapped areas for future research.

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Section: Effect On Diabetes and Lipid Profilesupporting

confidence: 62%

Golden Ager Chyawanprash with Meager Evidential Base from Human Clinical Trials

Sharma

Kakodkar

Kabra

et al. 2022

Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine

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“…This signifies the safety of CP in type 2 diabetic patients controlled by oral hypoglycemic agents. Additionally, a statistically significant convalescence was also found in energy levels of diabetics [143].…”

Section: Health Benefitsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Chyawanprash: A Traditional Indian Bioactive Health Supplement

et al. 2019

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Chyawanprash (CP) is an Ayurvedic health supplement which is made up of a super-concentrated blend of nutrient-rich herbs and minerals. It is meant to restore drained reserves of life force (ojas) and to preserve strength, stamina, and vitality, while stalling the course of aging. Chyawanprash is formulated by processing around 50 medicinal herbs and their extracts, including the prime ingredient, Amla (Indian gooseberry), which is the world’s richest source of vitamin C. Chyawanprash preparation involves preparing a decoction of herbs, followed by dried extract preparation, subsequent mixture with honey, and addition of aromatic herb powders (namely clove, cardamom, and cinnamon) as standard. The finished product has a fruit jam-like consistency, and a sweet, sour, and spicy flavor. Scientific exploration of CP is warranted to understand its therapeutic efficacy. Scattered information exploring the therapeutic potential of CP is available, and there is a need to assemble it. Thus, an effort was made to compile the scattered information from ancient Ayurvedic texts and treatises, along with ethnobotanical, ethnopharmacological, and scientifically validated literature, that highlight the role of CP in therapeutics. Citations relevant to the topic were screened.

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“…Commercial sugar-free CP produced for diabetes [ 8 ] and spicy cookies [ 6 ] does not contain sugar and honey as in classical CP, which not only improves the palatability, but also works together as ‘ Yogavah i’ (carrier of herbs), to catalyze the delivery of a particular bioactive drug component and encourages its penetration deep into the cells [ 2 , 5 , 9 ]. Based on this fact, the execution process of the commercial CP [ 6 , 8 ] may be altered.…”

Section: Is the Efficacy Of Cp Lost When Tradition Is Replaced By Modernization?mentioning

confidence: 99%