There has been a lot of buzz in the media about ‘ drinking cow urine’. Words are floating in the air about this holy cure. From the ‘Baba’s’ to the stars, everyone is saying they do drink cow urine for Ayurvedic benefits!
Remember the cow urine drinking party in a bid to ward off coronavirus? BJP MP Pragya Thakur too hailed cow urine to cure her breast cancer. Bollywood Star Akshay Kumar too revealed that he drank cow urine for Ayurvedic benefits. Many such cases have grabbed the headlines time and again!
But what’s the real truth?
Are these bogus claims or is there a truth to the smoke? Many patients have reached out to me asking if cow urine is a vaccine for coronavirus. Others called out Ayurveda for selling a hoax.
That’s why I thought of clearing the air by sharing the scientific perspect on the subject.
Drinking Cow Urine in Ayurveda
In India, Cow urine is considered sacred.
It has a divine place in holy rituals. But there is a reason why our ancestors hailed this holy water. Ayurveda says that cow urine has many medicinal benefits.
Gomutra is a part of the famous “Panchgavya Chikitsa” in Ayurveda. It is a treatment that uses a combination of five elements – cow urine, cow milk, curd, ghee and cow dung.
Many popular Vedic texts have mentioned the use of gomutra to treat a range of diseases. Sushruta Samhita, Charak Samhita, AtharvaVeda and Astanga Hridaya, to name a few.
Sushruta Samhita highlights the therapeutic properties of Gomutra. It is helpful in the treatment of skin diseases, oedema, and abdominal colic. Gomutra can also cure enlargement of spleen, constipation and flatulence.
Several other ancient Ayurvedic scripts mention the use of Panchagavya. It blends well with medicinal herbs used to treat a range of curable and incurable diseases.
A Look at the Therapeutic Actions
1. Cow urine is Antiseptic
Ayurveda mentions the use of cow urine as an antiseptic over wounds for faster healing. Clinical studies say cow urine is more effective than many antiseptic lotions.
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2. It’s an Antibiotic
Cow urine is a natural antibiotic.
Cow urine has antibacterial activity against some pathogenic and non-pathogenic bacteria. This makes it an effective natural antibiotic. Further, it does not disturb the gut bacteria.
Hence, Ayurvedic doctors recommend it as an alternative to antibiotic medicine.
3. It’s an Antimicrobial agent
Cow’s urine contains several compounds that possesses antimicrobial properties. These compounds help fight a range of microbes. Scientific studies compares gomutra to modern medicines for antimicrobial activity.
Cow urine also possesses US Patents for its medicinal properties. Above all, it is the only substance in Panchgavya Chikitsa that acts as a bio enhancer, antibiotic, antifungal and anticancer drugs.
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4. Fungicide
Cow urine is very effective against Malassezia fungi that causes dandruff. Research quoted cow urine is more effective than neem and lemon juice in fighting dandruff.
5. Anthelmintic Properties
Cow urine is very effective against parasites in the body. A regular dose of cow urine can kill many disease-causing parasites. That helps in the treatment of chronic dysentery and worms infestations.
6. Antidiabetic Properties
Cow urine is a common component in the management of diabetes. It can lower the elevated blood glucose. Further, helps in controlling serum cholesterol and serum triglycerides levels.
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7. Anti-cancer
Cow urine in cancer care has been in the debate for a decade.
Firstly, Can cow urine cure cancer? No.
Secondly, does cow urine have anti-cancer properties? Yes.
Like many other fruits and vegetables, cow urine also contains antioxidants . Because of this, it can scavenge off free radicals and prevent the damage caused by them. Further, cow urine enhances the efficacy and potency of anti-cancer drugs.
Many clinical cases have reported critical cancer patients recovering with cow urine therapy. There are several testimonials on the use of cow urine in cancer treatment.
However, cow urine alone cannot cure cancer! But the use of cow urine along with modern treatment improves the prognosis. Also, cow urine may play a preventive role in cancer recurrence.
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Drinking Cow Urine as a preventive
Ayurveda mentions the use of cow urine as a preventive against many illnesses.
Regular intake of cow’s urine helps in maintaining the homeostasis of the body. It is also found to lower cholesterol level, relieve tension, enhance liver function, and slow down the ageing. Cow’s urine is good for the brain, heart and immunity.
But can cow urine cure coronavirus?
No. Cow urine is neither a preventive not a curative for coronavirus. It can just support the body in fighting the virus. Much like regular exercise or healthy diet. But it does not guarantee cure!
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Drinking Cow urine: Conclusion
In conclusion, there is enough Scientific Research to support the amazing properties of cow urine. It’s anti-septic, anti-microbial, anti-fungal, anti-oxidant, anthelmintic, disinfectant and antidiabetic.
Moreover, it is not just Ayurveda that preaches the use of Gomutra. Chinese, Nigerian and many other folk medical sciences too hail its use.
Above all, its the integration of modern medicines and ancient techniques that pave the future. It is the way ahead for the treatment of incurable diseases. However, more research and scientific studies are needed to evaluate the it’s role.
Though many modern men may despise the idea of intaking gomutra, it is one of nature’s best medicines. Many modern medicines too use cow’s urine in the ingredients.
However, consult an Ayurvedic practitioner before beginning the practice of drinking cow’s urine.
