Pratuda — Birds that Peck
प्रतुदमांस
Pratuda birds are those that peck their food with their beaks — includes woodpecker, crow, parrot, sparrow etc. Their meat varies in properties. Generally lighter meats. The chapter lists various species with individual properties. Verses: 27-28.
What is Birds that Peck (Pratuda Pakshi / प्रतुद पक्षी)?
Pratuda birds are those that peck their food with their beaks — includes woodpecker, crow, parrot, sparrow etc. Their meat varies in properties. Generally lighter meats. The chapter lists various species with individual properties. Verses: 27-28.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 10
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Deepana (appetizer)
- Grahi (absorbent)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 10
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