Takra: A complete remedy and nutrition

Ayurveda is a lifestyle science. It specially deals with the diet which can’t be ignored during the treatment as well as healthy life. It gives absolute knowledge of diet and food articles. Takra is considered to be the amrita for human beings. Different kinds of Takra Kalpanas are mentioned by various Acharyas. Takra is very useful in digestive problems and it is considered to be best medicine in Vatakaphaja origin diseases. From primitive era till present age, use of Takra for health benefits is in vogue. Takra mentioned in nearly all ayurvedic classics. Various types of Takra , it’s method of preparation, properties of Takra and it’s uses according to Acharyas have been collectively studied for it’s critical evaluation in health keeping. Due to it’s properties, Takra can be advocated for all types of Prakrutis for maintenance of physical or mental health and can be added in day to day rituals -Dincharya. Takra is a product obtained by curd (fermented product of milk). Takra is mentioned in ayurveda as remedy in disturbed conditions of Agni.