Lavana

• The term Lavana refers in most Ayurvedic books to Saindhava Lavana
• It can also refer to one of the 5 ayurvedic salts :
  • Saindhava Lavana (Rock salt) – Also called Sendha namak, is considered as best among all types of salts. It is recommended for regular dietary usage.
  • Vida Lavana – Useful in relieving bloating and dyspepsia
  • Sauvarchala Lavana – Black salt – Also called Kala Namak, useful in throat and cardiac disorders.
  • Samudra Lavana (Sea salt) – produced from sea water. The seawater is canalized and Sun-dried.
  • Audbhida Lavana [Romaka] – contains kshara properties.