Properties of Fresh Cow Butter

गव्यनवनीतम्

Fresh cow butter (Gavya Navanita) is specifically praised. It is sweet in taste, cold in potency, and sweet in post-digestive effect. It is the best among all types of butter. It promotes strength, enhances complexion, is aphrodisiac, and is cardiotonic. It kindles the digestive fire (despite being cold in potency), promotes relish, and nourishes all the body tissues (dhatus). It is specifically recommended for consumption by children, the elderly, and those weakened by disease. Fresh cow butter consumed with rice is an excellent restorative food. Verses 2-3.

What is Properties of Fresh Cow Butter (Gavya Navanita / गव्य नवनीत)?

<p>Fresh cow butter (Gavya Navanita) is specifically praised. It is sweet in taste, cold in potency, and sweet in post-digestive effect. It is the best among all types of butter. It promotes strength, enhances complexion, is aphrodisiac, and is cardiotonic. It kindles the digestive fire (despite being cold in potency), promotes relish, and nourishes all the body tissues (dhatus). It is specifically recommended for consumption by children, the elderly, and those weakened by disease. Fresh cow butter consumed with rice is an excellent restorative food. Verses 2-3.</p>

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

<ul><li>Vrishya (aphrodisiac)</li><li>Balya (strengthening)</li><li>Varnya (complexion-enhancing)</li><li>Rochana (relish-promoting)</li><li>Dipana (appetizing)</li><li>Hridya (cardiotonic)</li></ul>

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