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Patanjali’s scientists have brought renowned legacy to the forefront and celebrated history of the ancient chronicle of Sage Chyawan by bringing it back to life through evidence of modern experimental science — Acharya Balkrishna
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Haridwar/Chandigarh, July 19, 2026:
Scientists at Patanjali achieved a remarkable scientific milestone by substantiating the potential of Patanjali’s Special Chyawanprash to protect cells under stress conditions, preserve muscle function, and enhance longevity. This groundbreaking study, published in the prestigious international journal, ‘Experimental Gerontology’, not only contemplated Patanjali’s scientific excellence but also marked an important step towards establishing Ayurveda as an evidence-based system of medicine amongst the scientific community globally.
On this occasion, Acharya Balkrishna stated that, according to the long-established Ayurvedic tradition, when Sage Chyawan became feeble, decrepit, and infirm, a unique formulation was prepared to support his health. Thereafter, by consuming this rejuvenating formulation, the Sage was able to restore his strength and vitality, in addition to dynamism and zest, through new enthusiasm. Later, this formulation was named Chyawanprash.
Acharya Jee further stated that these ancient practices are not merely an inspiring legacy of India’s timeless Sanatan tradition; for centuries, millions of Indians have valued Chyawanprash as a fundamental of immunity, longevity, and holistic well-being. Classical Ayurvedic literature describes Chyawanprash as Rasayana, a rejuvenation formulation that revitalises the body, mind, and vitality. Today, Patanjali scientists have substantiated this enduring traditional knowledge with a modern scientific ideas and wisdom, bringing this ancient narrative back to life through research and technology.
Talking about the study, Dr. Anurag Varshney, Chief Scientist at Patanjali Research Foundation, characterised this research as an excellent integration of Ayurveda and contemporary science. In this study, C. elegans, a well-known model organism analogous to humans, was utilised. This organism is widely known as a gold-standard model in modern research related to ageing and neurobiology.
Dr. Varshney further explained that regular incorporation of Patanjali’s Special Chyawanprash significantly reduces heat-stress-induced cellular damage in the experimental model, thereby increasing lifespan, improving feeding behaviour, and enhancing muscle mobility and functionality. The results indicate that the bioactive compounds in Chyawanprash possess strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, which provides protection to cells against oxidative stress. Additionally, Chyawanprash was found to enhance the natural cellular defence and increase resistance towards physiological stress and associated damage.
