Our Story

A Heritage of Ayurveda. A Promise of Natural Wellness.

At Dr. Franklin’s Herbal Remedies, our story is rooted in a deep respect for Ayurveda — a timeless system of natural wellness that has been nurtured and passed down through generations.

Born from Kerala’s rich Ayurvedic tradition, our purpose is simple: to bring authentic Ayurvedic wisdom into everyday life through trusted herbal formulations created for modern families.

For us, Ayurveda is more than a tradition. It is a way of understanding nature, balance and well-being — and a responsibility to preserve that knowledge for generations to come.

A Legacy of Healing

Rooted in Generations of Ayurvedic Wisdom

The story behind Dr. Franklin’s Herbal Remedies begins long before our products reached the shelves.

It is connected to the remarkable Ayurvedic legacy of the family of Dr. K. V. Franklin, whose tradition of healing stretches back through generations of Ayurvedic practitioners. For centuries, this knowledge was preserved through experience, observation and a profound understanding of medicinal plants and traditional Ayurvedic principles.

Dr. K. V. Franklin carried this heritage forward through formal Ayurvedic education, public healthcare service and decades devoted to natural healing.

In 1980, his vision took an important step forward with the establishment of an Ayurvedic centre in Kerala — a journey that would eventually grow into the internationally known ShinShiva Ayurveda Hospital.

His philosophy remained beautifully simple:

Respect tradition. Understand the individual. Trust nature.

That philosophy continues to inspire everything we do today.

From Traditional Healing to Everyday Wellness

Bringing Ayurveda Closer to Every Home

Traditional Ayurvedic knowledge has always recognised the importance of maintaining balance before illness begins.

Dr. Franklin’s Herbal Remedies was created with the vision of making this wisdom easier to incorporate into everyday life.

Our range brings together traditional Ayurvedic formulations and carefully selected herbal ingredients across different areas of health and wellness — from classical Kashayams, tablets and herbal oils to formulations supporting skin care, joint and muscle comfort, rejuvenation and everyday well-being.

We believe natural wellness should not feel distant or complicated.

It should be something that can become part of your everyday routine.

Tradition Meets Modern Care

Authentic Ayurveda for Today's Lifestyle

While our roots remain firmly grounded in traditional Ayurveda, we understand that today's families expect consistency, convenience and quality.

That is why our approach brings together:

Traditional Ayurvedic Knowledge
Time-honoured principles and formulations that respect the authentic foundations of Ayurveda.

Carefully Selected Herbs
Ingredients chosen with attention to their quality and traditional Ayurvedic applications.

Thoughtful Formulations
Herbal wellness products developed with purpose rather than following passing trends.

Quality-Focused Preparation
Care and attention throughout the preparation process to maintain consistency and reliability.

Wellness for Modern Families
Ayurveda presented in practical forms that can become part of contemporary lifestyles.

Our Philosophy

Wellness Begins with Balance

Ayurveda teaches us that true well-being is not simply the absence of discomfort. It is a state of harmony between the body, mind, lifestyle and nature.

This understanding guides our philosophy.

We believe in supporting the body's natural balance rather than approaching wellness as a collection of isolated concerns.

We believe in prevention as much as care.

We believe traditional knowledge continues to have an important place in modern life.

And above all, we believe that natural wellness should be approached with knowledge, responsibility and trust.

Inspired by Nature. Guided by Ayurveda.

Nature has always been Ayurveda's greatest pharmacy.

Across generations, herbs, roots, leaves, oils and natural ingredients have formed the foundation of traditional Ayurvedic formulations.

At Dr. Franklin’s Herbal Remedies, we remain connected to this philosophy.

Every product represents our effort to bring together nature's resources and the wisdom of Ayurveda in a form that is relevant to today's world.

We do not see herbal wellness as a passing trend.

For us, it is a tradition worth preserving.

Carrying the Legacy Forward

Tradition Passed from One Generation to the Next

The values established by Dr. K. V. Franklin continue through the next generation.

Today, the Franklin family's connection with Ayurveda continues through Dr. Shanthi Franklin, Ayurvedic physician and daughter of Dr. K. V. Franklin, along with Dr. Dilip Gopinathan, carrying forward a shared commitment to authentic Ayurveda, responsible wellness and the continued development of the Franklin legacy.

What began as generations of traditional healing knowledge has evolved into a broader mission:

To make authentic Ayurveda accessible to more people, in more homes, for generations to come.