Shatavari Cardamon Milk Decotion

The liquor resulting from concentrating the essence of a substance by heating or boiling, especially a medicinal preparation made from a plants or roots are call decoction.  Decoctions are use in a variety of healing needs, specially in those that require quick action or quick fortification. Shatavari milk decoction  is usually used in Ayurveda to treat kidney infections and for fortification of females organs. I had add cardamon as a consolidating spice and juggery to make this medicine a delicious supplement to your diet.
Weak Children and elderly can drink Shatavari decoction before bed for 7 days.

If you have sensitivity to cows milk, try goat, coconut ( pitta) or almond. Best however is cows or goat milk.

This drink also can be taken in times of consolidation. ( bringing all parts of you to one spot)


2 Cups whole milk
4 Cups water
50 g Shatavari root, or less if using powder
11 whole cardamom pods
4 tsp jeggery

If using Shatavari powder, make a paste with it, using some water and then add it 5o the pot with the other ingredients.

Put it all 5ogether on low heat and simmer, reducing liquid to 2 cups.


Sip during the day warm, for 3 days in a row post- Sha.