Abstract

VARNYA DRAVYA IN BHAVPRAKASH NIGHANTU

*Dr. Kharat Ravindra and Dr. Thombare Chanchal

Abstract

Ayurveda is Holistic science and it has well known traditional sacred values. It is ancient science which has aroma of its own values and remedies which treats chronic as well as acute illness due to this there is increase global popularity to Ayurveda. Bhavprakash nighantu is the connecting link between medieval period and modern era. Dravya related to improve Varna (Complexion) of Skin is known as Varnya. Varna means Colour „Ya‟ suffix indicates “wholesomeness” related to corporeal notions. This study Concludes Varnya dravyas among bhavprakash nighantu which may help in day to day clinical practices.

Keywords: Varnya, Complexion, Prasadan.