Vishnuprasad, C.N. and et al, .
(2026)
Health benefits of Ashtaksheera (Eight types of Milk) in Ayurveda: Ancient and modern perspectives.
Indian Journal of Ancient Medicine and Yoga, 19 (2).
pp. 89-98.
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Milk has always been an important component of Indian diets since ancient times. In Ayurveda, milk is described as an elixir and has been used to treat many diseases. Ancient Indian grew up with various domestic animals in the surroundings depending upon the geographical region; hence, the humans consumed milk of these animals. The properties of Ashtadughda, that is the milk of eight animals domestically reared namely the milk of cow, she-buffalo, she-goat, she-camel, she-sheep, she-elephant and single-hoofed animals like horse, donkey etc., are described in Ayurvedic texts. According to these texts, each type of milk possesses distinct characteristics, and its use is based on specific circumstances. This article presents a review of the historical applications of eight different types of milk and their uses in treating various ailments as referenced in numerous Ayurvedic texts. Additionally, it outlines the scientific basis for the Ayurvedic indications, incorporating a contemporary viewpoint informed by relevant scientific research on these eight types of milk. |
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| Subjects: |
School of Humanities > Consciousness Studies |
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Schools > Humanities |
| Date Deposited: |
14 Jul 2026 10:09 |
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14 Jul 2026 10:11 |
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| DOI: |
10.21088/ijamy.2455.8621.19226.6 |
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http://eprints.nias.res.in/id/eprint/3420 |
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