Ayurvedic Remedies

Ashwagandha is one of the most highly renowned rejuvenative herbs used in Ayurvedic medicine. A highly restorative powder for any age person. It has traditionally been used for post-partum support, pre-menopausal, menopausal and post-menopausal women who feel tired, stressed, anxious and overworked. This herb is known to relieve insomnia, strengthen vitality and tone the hormonal system, and is effective for calming the mind.* Mix 1/4-1/2 tsp in hot water, hot cereal, or warm milk 1-3 times daily. Sweeten with honey, maple syrup, or Rose Petal Elixer as desired. Store powder in refrigerator or out of direct light. Comes in sturdy plastic reusable jar. Avena’s organic Biodynamic® gardens produce 70% of the herbs used in our products. We apply Biodynamic® compost and preparations to nourish the soil and hand harvest our herbs following seasonal cycles. Some herbs are respectfully wildcrafted or grown by others who share our philosophy of care for our Mother Earth.

We transplant hundreds of Ashwagandha seedlings into Avena's Garden each summer from our hoop house. We are grateful that we can grow this highly restorative herb as an annual in Maine, as it is originally a perennial from India. One of the most renowned rejuvenative tonics from the Ayurvedic Tradition, Ashwagandha is extremely valuable herb for calming the mind, promoting a restful sleep, improving memory loss and restoring vitality. It has a long history of use as a reproductive tonic for women and men. As an adaptogen it is useful for anxiety, chronic stress, depletion and nervous exhaustion. * Avena’s organic Biodynamic® gardens produce 70% of the herbs used in our products. We apply organic compost and Biodynamic® preparations to nourish the soil and hand harvest our herbs following seasonal cycles. Some herbs are respectfully wildcrafted or organically grown by others who share our philosophy of care and respect for our Mother Earth. Each herb is mixed with spring water and organic pure grain alcohol to ensure the full range of plant constituents is extracted.

Several beds of Astragalus plants grow in Avena's Gardens. This leguminous herb benefits the soil by fixing nitrogen and improving overall soil health. It's yellow colored roots, when they are three to four years old, offer many medicinal actions. Highly renowned in Traditional Chinese Medicine, this root strengthens the immune system's reserve and rebuilds endocrine, immune, respiratory and digestive function. It is indicated for people experiencing chronic fatigue, general weakness, shortness of breath, and to treat recurrent colds and upper respiratory tract infections.* Avena’s organic Biodynamic® gardens produce 70% of the herbs used in our products. We apply organic compost and Biodynamic® preparations to nourish the soil and hand harvest our herbs following seasonal cycles. Some herbs are respectfully wildcrafted or organically grown by others who share our philosophy of care and respect for our Mother Earth.

Each year we plant several dozen Gotu Kola plants in one of the warmest areas of Avena's Garden. We hand harvest the succulent green plant once it has begun vining and immediately tincture it in organic alcohol. This traditional Ayurvedic herb is used to increase mental clarity, learning ability, and concentration, relax the mind, and support the nervous system during times of anxiety and stress. Strengthens connective tissue and helps heal red, hot and inflamed skin afflictions such as Eczema and Psoriasis. Inhibits scar tissue formation and promotes healing after surgery or radiation.* Avena’s organic Biodynamic® gardens produce 70% of the herbs used in our products. We apply organic compost and Biodynamic® preparations to nourish the soil and hand harvest our herbs following seasonal cycles. Some herbs are respectfully wildcrafted or organically grown by others who share our philosophy of care and respect for our Mother Earth. Each herb is mixed with spring water and organic pure grain alcohol to ensure the full range of plant constituents is extracted.

A deeply nourishing powder for women and men of all ages. Traditionally the herbs in this formula are known to increase vitality, tonify the adrenal glands and hormonal system, improve the health of the blood, supports healthy hair, calm the nervous system, strengthen digestion and mental acuity and lubricate tendons, joints and vaginal tissue. Beneficial for women experiencing anemia, stress or fatigue. Helps clear the mind.* Directions are included for making a delicious paste by adding honey, molasses and ghee. Can also be made with honey and almond butter or sesame tahini. You may also mix 1/2 tsp of powder into 8 oz of dairy or non-dairy milk. Store powder in refrigerator or out of direct light. Comes in sturdy plastic reusable jar. Avena’s organic Biodynamic® gardens produce 70% of the herbs used in our products. We apply organic compost and Biodynamic® preparations to nourish the soil and hand harvest our herbs following seasonal cycles. Some herbs are respectfully wildcrafted or organically grown by others who share our philosophy of care and respect for our Mother Earth.

A traditional rejuvenative Ayurvedic herb that is known to tone the female reproductive system, balance hormonal changes, reduce hot flashes, enhance sexual energy, remove toxins from the blood, ease anxiety and stress, and restore a feeling of kindness and compassion.* Mix 1/4-1/2 tsp in hot water, hot cereal or warm milk (with Rose Petal Elixer if desired)1-3 times daily. Store powder in refrigerator or out of direct light. Comes in sturdy plastic reusable jar. Avena’s organic Biodynamic® gardens produce 70% of the herbs used in our products. We apply organic compost and Biodynamic® preparations to nourish the soil and hand harvest our herbs following seasonal cycles. Some herbs are respectfully wildcrafted or organically grown by others who share our philosophy of care and respect for our Mother Earth.