Pauttika Honey

पौत्तिकमधु

Pauttika Madhu is produced by Puttika bees that collect nectar from poisonous flowers. It is large in quantity but inferior in quality. It has a pungent (Katu) and sour (Amla) taste in addition to being sweet and astringent. Its potency is hot (Ushna) unlike other honey varieties. It increases Vata dosha, causes burning sensation and may cause intoxication. Due to these properties, it is generally not recommended for therapeutic purposes. When used externally, it can cause swelling. Verses 11-12.

What is Pauttika Honey (पौत्तिक मधु)?

<p>Pauttika Madhu is produced by Puttika bees that collect nectar from poisonous flowers. It is large in quantity but inferior in quality. It has a pungent (Katu) and sour (Amla) taste in addition to being sweet and astringent. Its potency is hot (Ushna) unlike other honey varieties. It increases Vata dosha, causes burning sensation and may cause intoxication. Due to these properties, it is generally not recommended for therapeutic purposes. When used externally, it can cause swelling. Verses 11-12.</p>

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

<ul><li>Increases Vata dosha</li><li>Causes burning sensation (Daha)</li><li>Causes intoxication (Mada)</li><li>Not ideal for general medicinal use</li></ul>

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