Pillari Marundu
‘Medicine for Infants’
Siddha
Full roots of Calamus are covered was Castor oil then charred over a fire. The charred roots are then powdered and mix with Ghee to form a paste.
Benefits Digestion, strengthens the Mind and Nerves
1. Tonic for Children; regulates digestion and bowels
2. Promotes Intelligence and healthy Mental Development
3. Resists Poison and infection in Children
4. Used for Cough (taken with Honey)
a piece the size of a pea can be given to infants.
None noted
1. Wind-Colic, mix with a little Ginger and Sugar in warm water
This is a special medicine for young infants in the Siddha system of Tamil, India. It is often given once monthly to newborn infants. It may be used daily in the treatment of digestive disturbance, mental dullness or failure to thrive. It is especially highly regarded for healthy Brain and Nervous system development.
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‘Medicine for Infants’
Tradition:
Siddha
Source / Author:
Herb NameVacha (Calamus) |
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Preparation:
Full roots of Calamus are covered was Castor oil then charred over a fire. The charred roots are then powdered and mix with Ghee to form a paste.
Function:
Benefits Digestion, strengthens the Mind and Nerves
Use:
1. Tonic for Children; regulates digestion and bowels
2. Promotes Intelligence and healthy Mental Development
3. Resists Poison and infection in Children
4. Used for Cough (taken with Honey)
Dose:
a piece the size of a pea can be given to infants.
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
1. Wind-Colic, mix with a little Ginger and Sugar in warm water
This is a special medicine for young infants in the Siddha system of Tamil, India. It is often given once monthly to newborn infants. It may be used daily in the treatment of digestive disturbance, mental dullness or failure to thrive. It is especially highly regarded for healthy Brain and Nervous system development.
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