Withania somnifera is also known as Ashwagandha or winter cherry. Used in Ayurvedic medicin because of its fortifying effect. Reduces hyperactivity, is calming, increases mental activity, strengthens the nerves and induces a good night's sleep. Further, it is anti-inflammatory and has a vitalizing effect after long-term illness.
Also used for nervous exhaustion, stress, and impotence.
Dosage
10 drops 2 times a day for babies between 0 and 1 year. 20 drops 2 times a day for children between 1 and 3 years. One tablespoonful 2 times a day for children over 3 years. Dropping tubes or pipettes are available at pharmacies.
Precautions
It is important that the child is examined for potential symptoms. If no acute or chronic medical disease can be found, the Withania Complex can safely be used.
Additional fortification
A child's immune defence can be enhanced in many ways. Strengthening the mucous membranes of the respiratory system and the intestines impedes the transfer of bacteria and potential allergens to the blood stream which may cause infection or allergy. For this reason, it is crucial that the child's vitamins and minerals are in proper balance. A balanced supplement of vitamins and minerals can be added.
Many children suffer from lactose intolerance. This results from a shortage of the enzyme lactase which is normally produced by the cells that line the small intestine.
Since milk builds up mucous, the child might suffer from a constant overproduction of mucous which may irritate both the middle ear, the bronchi and the gastrointestinal mucous membranes. For this reason the child should avoid dairy products if the child suffers from frequent infections or intestinal gas, maloderous stools, diarrhoea, or constipation.
The calcium found in milk is not very easily absorbed but you do not have to worry about your child not getting enough calcium since there is calcium in both sesame seeds, whole grain bread, and vegetables.
Milk and other dairy products are a major source of calcium. It is important, therefore, in meal planning to make sure that each day's diet includes enough calcium, even if the diet does not contain dairy products. Quite a few foods are high in calcium and low in lactose, e.g. sesame seeds, whole grain bread, and vegetables. If your child suffers from severe lactose intolerance and for this reason must avoid dairy products for several months, you might balance the child's diet with a calcium/magnesium supplement.
In case of repeated respiratory problems you can reinforce with Prunus Complex.
In case of diarrhoea or weak stomach add some Althea Complex and lactic acid bacteria to balance the microflora.
In case of eczema or allergy add Melissa Complex.
Contents pr. 100 ml.:
Vervain (Verbena officinalis): 20 ml.
Winter cherry (Withania somnifera): 35 ml.
Purple Cone flower root (Echinacea purpurea root): 20 ml.
An additional 25 ml. of glycerol has been added to enhance flavour.
Withania Complex is no longer available in Shop Vitaviva
See also Ashwagandha
