Matsyandika — Semi-Solid Sugar

मत्स्यण्डिका

Matsyandika is a semi-solid, fudge-like form of sugar obtained during the intermediate stage of processing between jaggery and crystallized sugar. It is sweet, heavy, unctuous, and aphrodisiac. Being heavy and unctuous, it increases Kapha. It is considered less desirable than refined sugar or old jaggery for therapeutic purposes.

What is Matsyandika — Semi-Solid Sugar (मत्स्यण्डिका)?

<p>Matsyandika is a semi-solid, fudge-like form of sugar obtained during the intermediate stage of processing between jaggery and crystallized sugar. It is sweet, heavy, unctuous, and aphrodisiac. Being heavy and unctuous, it increases Kapha. It is considered less desirable than refined sugar or old jaggery for therapeutic purposes.</p>

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

<ul><li>Vrushya (aphrodisiac)</li><li>Snigdha (unctuous)</li><li>Guru (heavy)</li></ul>

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