Benefits of Bṛṃhaṇa

  • Increases muscle mass and strengthens bones
  • Improves immunity and vitality (ojas)
  • Nourishes weak or depleted tissues after illness
  • Supports weight gain in undernourished individuals
  • Calms anxiety and supports mental resilience

How is Bṛṃhaṇa done?

  • Diet includes nourishing foods like ghee, meat soup, and rice gruel
  • Herbs like Aśvagandhā, Śatāvarī, and Bala are used in formulations
  • Therapies such as Abhyāṅga and Śirodhārā complement internal nourishment
  • Oil enemas (basti) may be used to support vāta and digestion
  • Personalized plan is made based on age, strength, and digestion (agni)

Who Can Benefit from Bṛṃhaṇa?

  • Children with low weight or slow growth
  • Elderly needing strength and bone support
  • Recovering patients post-fever, surgery, or chronic disease
  • People with high stress, burnout, or fatigue
  • Yoga practitioners and athletes seeking tissue recovery