Abstract

CONTRIBUTION OF NAVNEET (BUTTER) FOR HEALTHY HEART: A REVIEW

*Vd. P. S. Dhawale and Vd. V. G. Patrikar

Abstract

Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, former President of India has opined that the best method for preventing disease is Ayurveda because it is comprehensive system based on natural medicine which is devoid of toxicity. Though medical technology is advancing rapidly, people are affected by diseases and the cost of healthcare is increasing. Our aim for good health must be Prevention first rather the necessity for heart disease is Primordial prevention .Acharyas mentioned Garbhini paricharya month wise, also they explained formation of various organs in 9 months. Generally heart is formed in 4th month and Acharyas has mentioned Navneet in Aksha matra for that month. It means that Navneet (of cow’s milk) made by traditional method must be helpful in formation of Heart. It is obvious that food good for any organ must be helpful for prevention of diseases of that organ. Also Navneet that beloved fatty staple has been slowly welcomed back in to Americans diet & a new study find that it is not as bad for our arteries as once believed. This study mainly focus on properties of Navneet and causes of Hriday roga in various samhitas.

Keywords: Navneet, Aksha, Garbhini.