NITYA SEVANIYA MUDGA AS A WHOLESOME AYURVEDIC CUISINE

*Vd. Sayali Laxman Tanpure, Vd. Roma Gangawane and Vd. Jyoti Gavali

ABSTRACT

Introduction: Mudga (Vigna radiata) is commonly used staple food in Indian cuisine. A majority of Ayurvedic lexicons opine that it is the best among all pulses and advocate its use in everyday diet. Extract from Ayurved and recent research-based studies showcase it as a potential interventional diet in day-to-day life. In Ayurvedic classics, Nitya Sevaniya Aahar Dravya have been described in detail. Daily consumption of these is beneficial for body. Mudga is one of the Nitya Sevaniya Aahar Dravya. This review study sheds light on Nitya Sevaniya Mudga, its properties, Krutanna Varga Kalpana (various preparations) and its importance as an effective dietary intervention in daily life. Material and Method: References from various Samhitas and Nighantus of Ayurved are collected systematically with respect to Mudga, its Krutanna Varga Kalpana (various preparations), its properties and action. Result: The usage of Mudga as dietary supplement is not only for promotion of health, prevention of disease but also a control measure. While the fast food does harm the healthy body, consumption of Mudga can be beneficial for health promotion and curative aspects. Discussion: According to “Sanskaro Hi Gunantaradhanam” the individual properties of Mudga are emerged into new properties by using different techniques like roasting, drying, boiling and others, of preparation of the recipe. Also, the seed coat is as important as the pulses because it contains many phytoconstituents which is contribute to its nutritive value. Mudga is most compatible, very good absorbent, good dietary attribute, good clearing agent of all obstruction, nourishing and promoting growth. It contains bio-iron which helps to improves hemoglobin level, also contains polyphenols, flavonoids, and peptides. Above properties elaborate the health promotion action and justify its usage as a daily consumable food and as supportive diet in various diseases.

Keywords: Mudga (Vigna radiata), Nitya Sevaniya Aahar Dravya (Wholesome diet), Krutanna Varga Kalpana.