Article: IMPORTANCE OF MADHU IN AYURVEDA WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO HONEY: A REVIEW

Article Category: Review articles

DOI: 10.7897/2277-4343.140262

Pages: 160-163

Author: Rathi Pritam Jayprakash *

Abstract: Madhu (Honey) is described in Ayurveda classical text in detail. It is necessary to study all this information comparatively and critically for the proper use of Honey. Synonyms, origin, type, properties and therapeutic as well as nutritional use of Honey are described in Ayurveda text in detail. Data is collected from Brihatrayi and other Ayurveda texts and presented in different tables. The explanation is given about various descriptions in different Ayurveda texts. The present study aims to review information about madhu in different Ayurveda texts and clarify its importance. After the study, it is clear that Honey is an important natural helpful substance for a healthy and diseased person.

Keyword: Madhu, Ayurveda, Honey