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*An Ayurvedic practitioner proficient in therapeutics, dietetics, or preparation of the various forms of ''asava'' should know the properties and attributes of all ingredients, as well as the expected effects of the preparation of the said drug.
 
*An Ayurvedic practitioner proficient in therapeutics, dietetics, or preparation of the various forms of ''asava'' should know the properties and attributes of all ingredients, as well as the expected effects of the preparation of the said drug.
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*Of the innumerable combinations of food articles and beverages, 152 forms of eatables and therapies, and 84 forms of alcoholic beverages are known to be wholesome. As per Lord Atreya, wholesome foods are the key source of creation of the ''purusha'', and unwholesome food of diseases.
Of the innumerable combinations of food articles and beverages, 152 forms of eatables and therapies, and 84 forms of alcoholic beverages are known to be wholesome. As per Lord Atreya, wholesome foods are the key source of creation of the purusha, and unwholesome food of diseases.
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*Food and physical regimen that are beneficial to the body and mind are called ''pathya'' and those that are harmful are called ''apathya''.
Food and physical regimen that are beneficial to the body and mind are called pathya and those that are harmful are called apathya.
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*A food or beverage’s therapeutic properties also depend upon quantity, season, way of preparation, soil, place and ''dosha''.
A food or beverage’s therapeutic properties also depend upon quantity, season, way of preparation, soil, place and dosha.
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*84 types of ''asava'' (fermented products), contain probiotics and have effect on body, mind and digestive power are listed indicating gut brain relationship. They help in regulation of sleep, appetite and mental activity.
84 types of aasav (fermented products), contain probiotics and have effect on body, mind and digestive power are listed indicating gut brain relationship. They help in regulation of sleep, appetite and mental activity.
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Further research comments:
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=== Further research comments ===
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It is required here that some researches on scientific ground to support the views and concepts of this chapter, which is very unique and practical.
 
It is required here that some researches on scientific ground to support the views and concepts of this chapter, which is very unique and practical.

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