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TAKRA VARITIES, PROPERTIES, GUNAS AND IMPORTANCE OF TAKRPANA IN UDARA ROGA

Pooja Devi*, Roopam Bhardwaj*, Prof. Navneet Kumar Sharma**

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Takra is a widely used Ayurvedic dietary formulation known for its agni deepana and Tridosha Shamaka properties. Classical texts like Charaka Samhita, Susruta samhita and Ashtanga Hridaya highlight its role in managing various gastrointestinal disorders, particularly Udara Roga. Takra acts as a natural Probiotic, promoting gut health, improving digestion, and removing Ama. Different types of Takra preparations, based on fat content and doshic condition, are indicated for specific subtypes of Udara Roga. This paper reviews the therapeutic utility, types, properties, and clinical applications of Takra, emphasizing its importance as both a dietary and medicinal agent in Ayurvedic management of digestive disorders. Aim: To explore the varieties, properties, therapeutic uses and clinical significance of Takra (buttermilk) with special reference to its role in the management of Udara Roga (abdominal disorders). Objective: To evaluate the pharmacological and therapeutic properties (Guna, Veerya, Vipaka) of different types of Takra. To assess the effectiveness of Takrapana in gastrointestinal diseases, especially Udara Roga. To establish Takra as a ayurvedic Probiotic and dietary recommendation in udara roga. Materials and Methods: Data was collected from classical Ayurvedic texts like Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, Ashtanga Hridaya, Bhavprakasha and various research articles and journals. Different types of Takra preparations and their usage were documented. Results: Takra possesses Agni Deepana, Tridosha Shamaka, Srotoshodhana, and Grahi properties. Its administration helps in enhancing digestion, reducing Ama, balancing Tridosha, and managing Udara Roga effectively. Different types of Takra combinations are indicated for various subtypes of Udara roga(Vatodara, Pittodara, Kaphodara, etc.). Conclusion: Takra, when used as Takrapana with appropriate ingredients and as per the Dosha condition, plays a vital role in correcting Agnimandhya and managing Udara Roga. It serves as an Ayurvedic Probiotic that strengthens gut immunity and supports gastrointestinal health. Daily inclusion of Takra is beneficial for all types of body constitution (Prakriti).

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