Wheat
गोधूम
Godhuma (Wheat) is described as one of the best nourishing grains. It is sweet, heavy, unctuous, and cold. Wheat is the primary food grain in northern India and many other regions. It is highly nourishing, strength-giving, and aphrodisiac. It is indicated for increasing weight and strength in emaciated and weak individuals. Wheat is best consumed as chapati (unleavened bread), but also as Halwa, porridge, and various other preparations. Wheat sprouts (Ankura) are considered even more nutritious. The grain should be 2-3 months old for best results; very new wheat is heavier. Different varieties exist but medicinal properties are similar. Wheat is Jivaniya (life-sustaining) and is one of the best Brimhana (nourishing) substances. It promotes tissue building, especially Mamsa (muscle), Meda (fat), and Shukra (reproductive tissue) Dhatus. Chemical analysis: protein 8-14%, starch, and B-vitamins. Dose: As food — ad libitum. Verses: 30-33.
What is Wheat (Godhuma / गोधूम)?
<p>Godhuma (Wheat) is described as one of the best nourishing grains. It is sweet, heavy, unctuous, and cold. Wheat is the primary food grain in northern India and many other regions. It is highly nourishing, strength-giving, and aphrodisiac. It is indicated for increasing weight and strength in emaciated and weak individuals. Wheat is best consumed as chapati (unleavened bread), but also as Halwa, porridge, and various other preparations. Wheat sprouts (Ankura) are considered even more nutritious. The grain should be 2-3 months old for best results; very new wheat is heavier. Different varieties exist but medicinal properties are similar. Wheat is Jivaniya (life-sustaining) and is one of the best Brimhana (nourishing) substances. It promotes tissue building, especially Mamsa (muscle), Meda (fat), and Shukra (reproductive tissue) Dhatus. Chemical analysis: protein 8-14%, starch, and B-vitamins. Dose: As food — ad libitum. Verses: 30-33.</p>
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
<ul><li>Brimhana (nourishing)</li><li>Balya (strength-giving)</li><li>Vrishya (aphrodisiac)</li><li>Jivana (life-giving)</li><li>Stanya (galactagogue)</li><li>Sandhaniya (promotes union/healing)</li></ul>
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