IJRAP International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy 2277-4343 Moksha Publishing House 10.7897/2277-4343.140253 A CRITICAL REVIEW OF ASHWAGANDHADI LEHA ON MALNUTRITION IN CHILDREN Kishan Gopal Choudhary * Nitu Sinha Nisha Kumari Ojha 11 -0001 118 122 Malnutrition is characterized by deficiencies, excesses, or imbalances in a person__ampersandsign#39;s nutrient or calorie consumption. Children in developing countries like India continue to struggle with this serious and challenging public health problem. According to India__ampersandsign#39;s most recent National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5), 36% of infants under five have stunted growth (too short for their age). This is an indication of ongoing malnutrition. 32% of children under five are underweight, which is a symptom of severe undernutrition, while 19 percent of children under five are wasted (too small for their height). Malnutrition can be correlated with Karshya in Ayurveda, and it can be managed with a preparation of Ashwagandha called __ampersandsignquot;Ashwagandhadi Leha.__ampersandsignquot; This drug is made up of the following ingredients: Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Tila (Sesamum indicum), Mash (Vigna mungo), Guda (Jaggery), Pippali (Piper longum), and Ghrita (Cow ghee). Emphasizing __ampersandsignquot;Ashwagandhadi Leha__ampersandsign#39;s__ampersandsignquot; efficacy in treating malnourished children is the main purpose of the current review. The ingredients of this drug have Deepana (increase digestive fire), Balya (Provide strength), Brinhana (provide nourishment), and Rasayana (rejuvenator) properties. The clinical evidence shows that these health promoters enhance bioavailability and have excellent nutritional properties. The present paper reveals that this drug is better for gaining weight in malnourished children. Malnutrition NFHS-5 Karshya Ashwagandha Tila Mash Guda Pippali and Ghrita