Pujya Dr. K. C. Varadachari Nutritive Supplement Scheme

Sahaj Sakthi – Nutritive Health Drink & Biscuits

Pujya Dr. K. C. Varadachari Nutritive Supplement Scheme was started on the occasion of the centenary birth year of Pujya Dr. K. C. Varadachari in 2002. Under this scheme, Sahaj Seva Samsthan distributes free biscuits and milk every day to all the students and staff of Satkama and Bodh Schools. The scheme runs with the gracious contributions of people who want to serve and try to find ways to help others. The contributions made are either lifetime subscriptions (3000/- Rs.) or one day in a year (300/- Rs) subscription. Children rejoice in taking milk and biscuits and in fact, it has become part of their everyday intake of food.

It has been observed by school authorities and also as acknowledged by some parents that over a period of time, children who consumed Sahaj Sakthi have considerably improved their performance in studies. Based on this observation in school it is thought that a scientific research study can be conducted.

The main objective of the research study on the memory of school-going children is to understand the effect of Brahmi and Shankapushpi which is mixed in the drink. 24 newly admitted children between the ages of 6 and 13 years took part in a single-blind single-group pretest-posttest study in which various memory functions were tested. There were two testing sessions; one prior to the intake of Sahaj Sakthi drink and biscuits and one after 6 months of intake during the 2013-2014 academic years. During testing, the children were closely observed and their behavior was noted. During the posttest, it was observed that most of them became calmer and attentive to tasks when compared to the pretest. The results of the posttest are high in almost all parameters through the percentage varies. In all parameters, the post-test showed improvement or remained the same in 22 children. Results show a significant effect.

Brahmi (Bacopa monniera) is a traditional Indian medicinal plant that causes multiple effects on the central nervous system. Brahmi has also been shown to have antioxidant effects in specific areas of the brain, including the hippocampus which regulates memory function. The standardized extract of this plant has shown enhanced behavioral learning in preclinical studies and enhanced information processing in healthy volunteers. “Shankhpushpi”, an important indigenous drug of Ayurveda, an ancient system of Indian medicine, improves memory power and intellect. It is used in many Ayurvedic formulations, either singly or in combination with other herbs, to treat for sleeplessness, epilepsy and anxiety.

There have been few studies on Brahmi and Shankapushpi intake in Ayurveda medicine as well as in psychological studies. It has been quite interesting for many people to find fascinating and interesting results after a considerable amount and duration of intake of these two wonderful herbs. Various studies show that the intake will enhance memory in not only the young ones but also helps adults. It even reduces the rate of forgetfulness as per one study published on the Internet. The present study supports various earlier experiments done to prove that Brahmi and Shankpushpi are used as brain tonics. Sahaj Sakthi drink has been given to many children since 10 years. The present study will help many to understand that intake of SahajSakthi will help them in many ways. It contains not only Brahmi and Shankapushpi but also Soya which has many nutritional values. The present study would encourage many people to take Sahaj Sakthi regularly and derive benefits from it.

The Effect of Brahmi and Shankapushpi On Memory of School Going Children

ABSTRACT: A study was conducted on the effect Of Brahmi and Shankapushpi on memory of school going children during 2013-2014 academic years. 24 newly admitted children between 6 and 13 years took part in single blind single group pretest – posttest study in which various memory functions were tested. There were two testing sessions; one prior to the intake of Sahaj Sakthi drink and biscuits and one after 6 months of intake. The results show a significant effect on

  1. Recent Memory: Out of 24 children, 10 children showed the same scoring whereas 14 children exhibited improvements. (58%)
  2. Mental Balance: Out of 24 children, 3 children exhibited the same scoring, and the remaining 21 children showed good improvement in scoring. (87%) 
  3. Remote Memory: Out of 24 children, 19 children showed improvement in Remote memory and the remaining children maintained the same rating. (79%)
  4. Delayed Recall: Out of 24 children, 4 children showed the same scoring, 2 children exhibited a decrease in scoring and whereas 18 children showed good improvement in scoring. (75%)
  5. Immediate Recall: Out of 24 children, 18 children showed improvement and the remaining children did not show any, improvement. (75%)
  6. Retention of Similar Pairs: Out of 24 children, 16 children showed improvement and 8 children showed the same ratings.(66%)
  7. Retention of Dissimilar Pairs: Out of 24 children, 23 children showed drastic improvement in the area of retention of Dissimilar pairs. (95%).
  8. Overall out of 24 children, 22 children showed either improvement in rating or maintained the same rating and 3 children exhibited improvement in all parameters and only two children showed a decrease in one parameter

    Note from Dr. VijayKumar,BAMS.,M.S.(Psychotherapy)

    Sahaj Sakthi Powder, Sahaj Sakthi Biscuits, and Sahaj Sakthi Ready Mix keep us healthy and away from diseases and is suitable for all age groups. The main ingredients in them are Shankapushpi, Soya, Brahmi, and Ginger. Daily intake of 1 tsp of Sahaj Sakthi Powder containing Soya, Shankapushpi, and Brahmi in 100 ml of Milk and 2 Sahaj Sakthi Biscuits per day improves memory and vitality of brain in children. Apart from that, it improves immunity against infections. Daily intake of 1 tsp of Sahaj Sakthi Powder in 100 ml of milk at bedtime is good for sound sleep and reduces sleep disorders.