Rabbit
शशमांस
Shasha (Rabbit/Hare) meat is light, dry and cooling. It is astringent and sweet. It is an excellent absorbent and is used in diarrhea and similar conditions. Being a Jangala animal, its meat is easy to digest. It pacifies Vata and Pitta. Rabbit meat is considered among the lighter meats. Verses: 11.
What is Rabbit (Shasha / शशक)?
<p>Shasha (Rabbit/Hare) meat is light, dry and cooling. It is astringent and sweet. It is an excellent absorbent and is used in diarrhea and similar conditions. Being a Jangala animal, its meat is easy to digest. It pacifies Vata and Pitta. Rabbit meat is considered among the lighter meats. Verses: 11.</p>
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
<ul><li>Grahi (absorbent)</li><li>Deepana (appetizer)</li><li>Vatahara (pacifies Vata)</li></ul>
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