Hilsa Fish

इलीशमांस

Ilisha (Hilsa) is a prized fish, especially in eastern India. It is heavy, unctuous, nourishing and aphrodisiac. It is fatty and rich in taste. Verses: 44.

What is Hilsa Fish (Ilisha / इलीश)?

Ilisha (Hilsa) is a prized fish, especially in eastern India. It is heavy, unctuous, nourishing and aphrodisiac. It is fatty and rich in taste. Verses: 44.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 10

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Brimhana (nourishing)
  • Vrishya (aphrodisiac)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 10

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