Swarnaprashana or Swarna amruta prashana as illustrated in Kashayapa Samhita dating back before 600 B.C. Swarna amruta prashana is a time-tested method for immunisation and healthy body growth for children. The immunisation dosage includes swarna bhasma (gold ash) mixed with honey and ghee that is fortified with arka, an herbal extract like vacha, brahmi, and shankupushpi to children orally.
The concoction ingredients are Swarna (Gold ash), Madhu, Grutha and Arka. It derives its goodness from the Gold that is readily assimilated and absorbed by human body. It is given as an immunisation medicine to children below the age of 16years for diverse benefits and remedies for human body. The benefits accrued are many like increased intellect, efficient digestive and metabolism, improves complexion and removes blemishes including other healing properties.