Prawn

चिपिटमांस

Prawns and shrimps are aquatic creatures. Their meat is heavy, unctuous, hot and nourishing. They are particularly noted for aphrodisiac properties. They increase Kapha. Verses: 45.

What is Shrimp / Prawn (Chipita / चिपिट)?

Prawns and shrimps are aquatic creatures. Their meat is heavy, unctuous, hot and nourishing. They are particularly noted for aphrodisiac properties. They increase Kapha. Verses: 45.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 10

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Vrishya (aphrodisiac)
  • Brimhana (nourishing)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 10

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