Pig
वाराहमांस
Varaha (Pig/Pork) — two types are described: wild boar (Jangala Varaha) and domestic pig (Gramya Sukara). Wild boar meat is lighter and better than domestic pig. Pig meat in general is heavy, unctuous and cooling. It is very nourishing, strengthening and relieves fatigue. It especially pacifies Vata. The wild boar is considered a Jangala animal while the domestic pig is Anupa/Gramya. Pig meat increases Kapha. It is fatty and heavy for digestion. Verses: 17-18.
What is Pig / Pork (Varaha / वराह)?
<p>Varaha (Pig/Pork) — two types are described: wild boar (Jangala Varaha) and domestic pig (Gramya Sukara). Wild boar meat is lighter and better than domestic pig. Pig meat in general is heavy, unctuous and cooling. It is very nourishing, strengthening and relieves fatigue. It especially pacifies Vata. The wild boar is considered a Jangala animal while the domestic pig is Anupa/Gramya. Pig meat increases Kapha. It is fatty and heavy for digestion. Verses: 17-18.</p>
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
<ul><li>Brimhana (nourishing)</li><li>Balya (strengthening)</li><li>Vatahara (pacifies Vata)</li><li>Shramahara (relieves fatigue)</li></ul>
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