‘Siddhalepa’ donates Ayurveda medicines to Sri Lanka Army

From left: Lieutenant General LHSC Silva WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc, Siddhalepa Group Managing Director Asoka Hettigoda, Siddhalepa Group Director Vidyani Hettigoda 

Following the Ayurveda medicine donation to IDH Hospital in April, Siddhalepa ‘The Leader of Ayurveda’ industry in Sri Lanka, donated another stock of Ayurveda medicines to the Sri Lanka Army. Siddhalepa Group Managing Director Asoka Hettigoda and Director Vidyani Hettigoda handed over the goods to the Army Commander, Lieutenant General LHSC Silva, WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc at the Defence Headquarters Complex, Akuregoda. Siddhalepa wishes the best of health to our brave soldiers of the Sri Lanka Army who are making a tremendous commitment in the fight against COVID-19.

In the fight against this pandemic in Sri Lanka, the wisdom of Ayurveda and its remedies to enhance the immunity has been recognised by the medical authorities and the government of Sri Lanka.

The wisdom of Ayurveda, clearly explains how a disease can be contagious and also how it can be prevented. Ayurveda focuses on preventing diseases as much as curative remedial procedures and it states that immunity, physical and mental strength and hygienic practices are the paramount means to prevent a disease from spreading and becoming contagious.

As the country’s pioneer and leading Ayurveda products manufacturer, Ayurveda healthcare service provider and promoter, Hettigoda Group with a heritage of over 200 years, passing on to the sixth generation is playing a key role in shaping the future of Ayurveda industry in Sri Lanka and the Asian region. Its flagship brand ‘Siddhalepa’, is now a household name and it is the ‘Vedamahattaya in every household’. Its consumers, the people of Sri Lanka have shown the trust and faith towards us and have embraced ‘Siddhalepa’ for 85 years.

‘Siddhalepa’ has been with the people of Sri Lanka through numerous adversities to the nation. Whether it is Tsunami, flood or any other disaster faced by the country, Siddhalepa has come to the forefront to look after our people by being a great example of corporate social responsibility. Siddhalepa identified the importance of educating and producing immune boosting products for the community in the fight against COVID-19. Hence initiated a project to donate ‘Ayurveda Immunity Boosting Products’ to the front-liners of the battle.  

At a time where the whole world navigates through uncertainty of COVID-19, Sri Lanka as a nation stands strong facing unprecedented challenges thanks to the unparalleled service of selfless people. Sri Lanka Army is one front line force in this battle, who is doing a commendable sacrifice to control spreading of the pandemic.

The donation consists of:

Siddhalepa Lakpeyawa to promote immunity – Ginger, coriander, pathpadagam, venivel and thippili are well known immunity boosters. Ideal for fever, common colds, headaches, body aches and pains caused by aggravation of the three doshas. Anti-inflammatory properties of ayurveda ingredients pacifies vata, pita, kapa dosha.

Siddhalepa Balm for steam inhalation – Recommends herbal steam inhalation twice a day with 2 g of Siddhalepa. Eucalyptus oil, citronella oil, cinnamon oil, pinene oil, menthol and camphor of Siddhalepa helps to prevent breathing difficulties and respiratory discomforts. 

Siddhalepa Asamodagam – Siddhalepa Asamodagam Spirit which has natural thymol derived from asamodagam seeds Helps to prevent indigestion, soothes bloating stomach and diarrhoea. Antiseptic, antibacterial and antifungal activities of thymol helps to treat sore throat and minor oral inflammations.  Aqualive Rasakinda/Aqualive Ranawara – Rasakinda is a well-known immune booster. It reduces stress and gives a cooling effect to the body. Ranawara helps to promote immunity by purifying blood, and detoxifying the body.