Panchakarma Rejuvenation (Rasayana)
Rasayana is the branch of Ayurveda concerned with rejuvenation, vitality and healthy ageing. A rejuvenation programme usually follows gentle cleansing and combines nourishing therapies, Rasayana herbs, diet and rest. It is aimed at people who are basically well but run down, recovering, or wanting to age healthily.
Visit us in Sector 75, Noida
C8, 5th Floor (Medical Floor), C-Tower, Spectrum Mall, Phase 1, Sector 75, Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201301What the Programme May Include
- Nourishing therapies: Abhyanga, Shirodhara, Shashtika Shali Pinda Sweda
- Gentle preparation and, where suitable, cleansing first
- Rasayana herbs such as Ashwagandha or Triphala, chosen for you
- Diet, sleep and daily-routine guidance
Who It May Suit
- Recovery after illness, overwork or a demanding period
- Low energy and stress, once medical causes have been ruled out
- Healthy ageing
Precautions & Safety
Tiredness can have medical causes, such as anaemia, thyroid problems or diabetes, that need tests. Rasayana herbs can interact with medicines (for example thyroid, sedative or immune-suppressing medicines) and are not suitable for everyone, including in pregnancy. Take herbs only as prescribed.
Learn More
Tap a topic to read more.
What the Evidence Shows
- Ashwagandha, a classical Rasayana, improved memory and attention in adults with mild cognitive impairment in a randomised trial [1]. In overweight men aged 40 to 70, it raised DHEA-S and testosterone levels compared with placebo, but did not improve fatigue or vigour more than placebo [2].
- In older adults with mild cognitive impairment, a non-randomised study found that Rasayana and integrated yoga each improved cognitive measures, with greater benefit when combined [3].
- Reviews describe Ayurveda’s concepts of ageing [4] and the research on Triphala [5] and Ashwagandha [6].
- Abhyanga reduced subjective stress in a pilot study [7].
Herbal studies used specific standardised extracts, which may differ from clinic preparations. Evidence for rejuvenation as a whole programme is limited.
Prepared by the AyurSoul Healthcare team from the published research listed below. Medical review by Dr. Hemlata Soni, BAMS is in progress. This page is for education and does not replace individual medical advice. Medical disclaimer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to do cleansing first?
Often a gentle preparation is advised first so the body can benefit from nourishing therapies, but this depends on your assessment.
How long does a rejuvenation programme last?
Commonly one to two weeks of therapies, followed by herbs and routine at home.
Is it only for older people?
No. It suits adults of any age who are run down or recovering, after assessment.
Clinical Research
7 studies: 2 randomised trials, 1 non-randomised study, 1 pilot study, 3 review articles.
Show the 7 studies
Numbers in the text refer to this list. Each study is labelled by type: systematic reviews and randomised trials are stronger evidence than pilot studies or single case reports.
- Choudhary D, Bhattacharyya S, Bose S. Efficacy and Safety of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera (L.) Dunal) Root Extract in Improving Memory and Cognitive Functions. Journal of dietary supplements, 2017. Randomised controlled trial PubMed
- Lopresti AL, Drummond PD, Smith SJ. A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Crossover Study Examining the Hormonal and Vitality Effects of Ashwagandha ( Withania somnifera) in Aging, Overweight Males. American journal of men's health, 2019. Randomised controlled trial PubMed
- Chobe S, Patra SK, Chobe M, et al.. Efficacy of Integrated Yoga and Ayurveda Rasayana on cognitive functions in elderly with mild cognitive impairment: Non-randomized three-arm clinical trial. Journal of Ayurveda and integrative medicine, 2022. Non-randomised clinical study PubMed
- Rao RV. Ayurveda and the science of aging. Journal of Ayurveda and integrative medicine, 2018. Review article PubMed
- Ahmed S, Ding X, Sharma A. Exploring scientific validation of Triphala Rasayana in ayurveda as a source of rejuvenation for contemporary healthcare: An update. Journal of ethnopharmacology, 2021. Review article PubMed
- Mukherjee PK, Banerjee S, Biswas S, et al.. Withania somnifera (L.) Dunal – Modern perspectives of an ancient Rasayana from Ayurveda. Journal of ethnopharmacology, 2021. Review article PubMed
- Basler AJ. Pilot study investigating the effects of Ayurvedic Abhyanga massage on subjective stress experience. Journal of alternative and complementary medicine (New York, N.Y.), 2011. Pilot / feasibility study PubMed