Deer
मृगमांस
Harina/Mriga (Deer/Venison) meat is considered one of the best meats in Ayurveda. It is the lightest of all meats, easy to digest, and balances all three doshas. Being from a Jangala (dry-land/forest) animal, it is particularly recommended for convalescent patients and those with weak digestion. Deer meat is dry, light and cooling. It acts as an absorbent and appetizer. It is recommended in conditions of diarrhea, fever and general debility. Among all animal meats, deer meat is considered the most sattvic and healthiest. Various types of deer are described — Ena (antelope), Kuranga (blackbuck), Harina (spotted deer), etc., each with slight variations in properties. Verses: 7-10.
What is Deer / Venison (Mriga Mamsa / मृगमांस)?
<p>Harina/Mriga (Deer/Venison) meat is considered one of the best meats in Ayurveda. It is the lightest of all meats, easy to digest, and balances all three doshas. Being from a Jangala (dry-land/forest) animal, it is particularly recommended for convalescent patients and those with weak digestion. Deer meat is dry, light and cooling. It acts as an absorbent and appetizer. It is recommended in conditions of diarrhea, fever and general debility. Among all animal meats, deer meat is considered the most sattvic and healthiest. Various types of deer are described — Ena (antelope), Kuranga (blackbuck), Harina (spotted deer), etc., each with slight variations in properties. Verses: 7-10.</p>
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
<ul><li>Tridoshahara (balances all three doshas)</li><li>Grahi (absorbent)</li><li>Deepana (appetizer)</li></ul>
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