Suhaga | Borax | Tankan | Vengaram |Vengaramu

Suhaga, also known as Tankan in Ayurveda, is a naturally occurring mineral salt (borax) highly valued for its digestive, carminative, and therapeutic properties. After proper Shodhana (purification), Suhaga becomes safe and effective for internal and external use. It is described in classical Ayurvedic texts as a remedy for indigestion, cough, obesity, urinary disorders, and as a supportive agent in various formulations.

Ayurvedic Properties (as per Bhavaprakasha Nighantu and Rasa Shastra)

• Rasa (Taste): Katu (pungent), Lavana (salty)

• Guna (Qualities): Laghu (light), Snigdha (unctuous)

• Virya (Potency): Ushna (hot)

• Vipaka (Post-digestive effect): Katu (pungent)

• Karma (Actions): Deepana (stimulates appetite), Pachana (enhances digestion), Krimighna (anti-parasitic), Kapha-Vata Shamak (balances kapha & vata).

Key Benefits

• Digestive Health: Improves appetite, relieves bloating, indigestion, and gas.

• Respiratory Support: Traditionally used in cough, cold, and throat irritation.

• Weight Management: Helps in breaking down excess fat (medohara), useful in obesity management.

• Urinary Disorders: Acts as a mild diuretic and supports urinary health.

• Skin & Healing: Used externally in purified form for ulcers, wounds, and skin disorders.

• Supportive in Formulations: Commonly combined in Ayurvedic medicines for enhancing efficacy.

Usage (Traditional)

• Form: Suhaga Bhasma / Shuddha Suhaga (Purified Borax)

• Dosage: 125–250 mg with honey, ghee, or lukewarm water, once or twice daily (or as directed by an Ayurvedic physician).

• External Use: Mixed with herbal pastes for wound healing or applied as part of remedies for skin issues.

⚠️ Note: Should always be used in purified form and under proper Ayurvedic guidance.

Quality & Purity

• Naturally sourced mineral salt.

• Processed through traditional Shodhana for safe consumption.

• Free from chemicals and synthetic additives.