Shrikhand
श्रीखण्डम्
The text references thick, strained curd preparations (Chakka/Shrikhand) as heavy, nourishing, and strengthening. When mixed with sugar and spices, these become delicious dessert preparations. They are nourishing and aphrodisiac but heavy to digest. They should be consumed in moderate quantities by persons with good digestive fire.
What is Shrikhand (श्रीखण्ड)?
The text references thick, strained curd preparations (Chakka/Shrikhand) as heavy, nourishing, and strengthening. When mixed with sugar and spices, these become delicious dessert preparations. They are nourishing and aphrodisiac but heavy to digest. They should be consumed in moderate quantities by persons with good digestive fire.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 14
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Brumhana (nourishing)
- Vrishya (aphrodisiac)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 14
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