Common & Uncommon Names

• Family Name: Poaceae
• Botanical Name: Vetiveria zizanioides
• English Name: Vetiver, Khas-Khas,Khus-Khus
• Hindi Name: Ushira, Reshira, Sugandhimula

Properties

• Rasa (Taste): Bitter, Sweet.
• Guna (Characteristics): Light, Dry
• Virya (Potency): Cool
• Vipaka (Post Digestive Effect): Pungent

Best Source:

Open dry places at elevations up to 1000 metres.

As per ayurveda:

Khas or Khus grass in India is a perennial grass with thick fibrous adventitious roots which are aromatic and highly valued. Vetiveria has been known to India since ancient times.

Khas Powder helps to pacify the Pitta (Fire) in the body. It helps to remove excessive heat from the body. It helps to calm the burning feeling of the body. It helps to calm the mind and helps to provide strength to nerves. It helps to balance the excessive feeling of thirst and dryness of the mouth. It also helps in glowing skin.

High quality powder of ayurvedic herb from its natural habitat. Free from gluten, soya, dairy, binder, preservatives or artificial colors.

Directions for Use:

Serving Size:

Internal Use: Take 1 to 3 Gms (One-third to half teaspoon) 2 times a day Khas Powder with water 1 – 2 hrs after meals. Take first dose after breakfast. In summer, it can be used as a cold drink.

External Use: Make a medium paste of powder with warm water and apply on the body to keep the body cool only for the peoples who has high pitta (fire) skin. It works as a deodorant, if you are mixing with other herbs, use Khas proportionately or consult your healthcare provider.

Usage of Khas Powder

• The decoction of Khas Powder when taken with milk and sugar at least once a day for about a week helps to get rid from the unpleasant body odor caused due to extreme sweating.
• Make a paste of Khas powder and Sandal Powder and apply over the face. It helps in supporting healthy skin and complexion.
• Mix crushed almonds, Khas Powder in equal quantity and rock sugar according to taste. Mix all and store in an airtight bottle. Take 2-3 spoons twice a day for a healthy body.

Ayurvedic Lifestyle (Healthy Tips)

• Nutritional diet
• Morning walk
• Peaceful mind
• Yoga
• Positive thinking

Foods to Favor

• Light diet
• Rice
• Green gram soup
• Bitter gourd
• Bottle gourd
• Green leafy vegetables
• Carrots
• Fresh fruits [Amla, Orange, Apple, Papaya, Grapes]
• Light moong dal
• Cucumber
• Food rich in bitter and pungent taste

Foods to Avoid

• Fried food
• Lady finger
• Coco asia
• Esculent root
• Tomato
• Masoor Dal
• Ice creams
• Chips
• Cookies
• Junk food
• Sweet food
• Excess salty or sour food

Do’s

• Drink plenty of water.
• Maintain proper hygiene.
• Take Triphala powder or Amla daily to maintain morning regularity.

Don’t

• Avoid long exposure to sun.
• Use of cosmetics should be limited.
• Avoid excess sea food or non vegetarian food.

Precautions

• Pregnant/Lactating women, children or any with Known pre-existing condition should take under the advice of a healthcare provider. Keep away from the reach of children.

Classical References

• Bhavapraksha Nighantu
• Dhanwntri Nighantu
• Dravyaguna Vigana
• Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India

SCIENTIFIC REFERENCES:

• Tetrahedron Lett., 1982, 23, 4639.

Reference Classical or Govt. Approved Books

This herb has been approved by the Department of Ayush/ Government of India after the proper screening of scientific evidence as well as classical reference of each ingredient by the GOVT REGULATORY BOARD COMMITTEE.

GMP and USDA Certified Organic Manufacturing Facility: Laboratory tested for quality purity and heavy metal standards.

**These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any Disease.