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Experiential learning : Kshara Preparation
On 8 Nov 2024, Dr Ravishankar Pervaje and Dr Ramesh Bhat visited I-AIM Healthcare Centre, the sister clinical partner of TDU. They...
Feb 12 min read
What is kshara? A prelude for Kshara preparation
What is Kshara? Kshara is a plant and mineral preparation that serves both as a quality, reflecting the action of the drug, and as a...
Feb 11 min read
Exploring the Diverse Plants Used in Kshara Preparation 1/5
by, Dr Ameen Classical information A variety of plants have been suggested in the classical texts. These include (Sanskrit Name,...
Feb 13 min read
Ash Preparation - Kshara 2/5
by Dr Samhita Classical information The next step is to burn the plant completely to obtain ash from it. The texts of Ayurveda mention...
Feb 13 min read


Limestone Addition - Kshara Preparation 4/5
by Dr Ranjini Classical information To prepare Madhyama Kshara, One or one and a half Kudava (approximately 240 ml) of Ksharaodaka should...
Feb 12 min read


Enhancing the potency of kshara preparation 5/5
by Dr Shamaa Classical information Until now, Madhyama Kshara i.e. Kshara of medium potency, eligible for oral consumption is prepared....
Feb 13 min read


World Soil Day
How Medicinal Plants Improve Soil Health and Fight Climate Change Medicinal plants do more than heal our bodies—they play a key role in...
Dec 6, 20242 min read

The Ayurvedic Perspective on Kajutaka (Cashew nut) : History, Origin, and Classical Explanation
In Ayurveda, the comprehensive understanding of various natural ingredients underpins its rich therapeutic traditions. Among these is...
Nov 22, 20243 min read


#SmartBreakfast Hackathon 2024: Meet the Winners!
#SmartBreakfast Hackathon 2024: Meet the Winners!
Oct 21, 20241 min read


Report: Plant-based Indian medicinal foods
Full report
Oct 21, 20241 min read


#SmartBreakfast Hackathon Info
Competition Information Eligibility Any student, anywhere, who is pursuing an undergraduate degree or above. Should be a student at the...
Oct 2, 20241 min read


CASFOS, Coimbatore Visit for Special Campaign 4.0 - Swachhata Campaign at TDU Campus
On 17th September 2024, TDU hosted a one-day program in collaboration with officers from the Central Academy for State Forest Service...
Sep 25, 20241 min read

Hackathon #SmartBreakfast
Motivation ...
Sep 19, 20244 min read

Drumstick (Moringa) - An Ingredient as Food and Medicine
Author - Sonia Velarsan, RD On a trip to my dad’s village, I found a tree in the community garden. An elderly woman was there, gently...
Sep 5, 20244 min read


Citron fruit (Kanchikai) - An Ingredient as Food and Medicine (Part 2)
Author - Sonia Velarsan, RD This continues from Part 1. If you haven't explored it yet, start there! Rasapanchaka: Rasa  (Taste):...
Aug 19, 20243 min read

Citron fruit (Kanchikai) - An Ingredient as Food and Medicine (Part 1)
Author - Sonia Velarsan, RD & N. Arun Kumar. We all have our favorite pickles, don't we? What's yours? Mango, lemon, mixed vegetable, or...
Aug 19, 20242 min read
78th Independence Day Flag Hoisting Celebration at TDU Campus
The TDU campus was abuzz with patriotism and pride as we celebrated Independence Day with a grand flag hoisting ceremony. The event began...
Aug 15, 20241 min read


Plant4Mother Campaign: 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam'
In honor of the unconditional love and nurturing spirit of mothers, TDU proudly participates in the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign. This...
Aug 13, 20241 min read

Environment Protection 2024 award to our VC, Dr Darshan Shankar
TDU is pleased to share that our esteemed Vice-Chancellor Dr Darshan Shankar, received the Environment Protection 2024 award from Rotary...
Aug 9, 20241 min read

Kapittha (Wood Apple) - An Ingredient as Food and Medicine
This is a blog about the use of wood apple, dishes made out of wood apple, use in Ayurveda. How can wood fruit be used as food and medicine?
Aug 1, 20243 min read
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