Yashpal Singh Malik

Abstract

Progressive increase in anti-microbial resistance made the future of infectious disease treatment worrisome. Although anti-microbial resistance is in existence since pre-antibiotic era, but indiscriminate use of antibiotics has accelerated its emergence and spread. This eminent threat to global ‘One Health’ suggested to limit the use of antibiotics and emphasized on the development of alternative treatment therapies for infectious diseases. The ancient Indian medicinal system i.e. Ayurveda, offers a library of antimicrobial solutions including use of herbal as well as animal products for infectious disease treatment. Different cow products such as cow urine, dung, milk, curd, ghee and Panchgavya have been reported to possess antimicrobial activities. Antimicrobial potential of these products have been attributed to different bioactive compounds including phenols, tannins, urea and supplemental elements. This article discusses the different studies related to antimicrobial potential of cow products, however, majority of these studies are preliminary and more research is required to explore the actual potential and to dive into the detailed mechanism of action. Keywords: Cow products, Antimicrobial potential, Antimicrobial resistance, Panchgavya, Infectious diseases

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The prevalence of several threatening diseases such as cancer, chronic ailments, and mental troubles is attributed to the polluted environment and stressed modern lifestyle. According to Indian principles, 'Mother Nature', gave us the gift of the ‘cow’ as the ‘mother of all’. The five principal products derived from the cow are milk, curd, ghee, dung, and urine, which have been consistently employed in Indian culture from ancient times and are together referred to as Panchgavya. Cow products provide both direct and indirect immune-boosting processes that aid in the fight against illnesses and germs, as evidenced by antibacterial, antifungal, and anticancer properties. Cow urine distillate (CUD) has long been used successfully for cancer therapy, as observed in cancer patients. It also has cancer-curing potential in its advanced phases. Its beneficial properties have attracted international attention as a result of patents obtained for its anticancer effects. More time and research are still required to explain the mechanism of action and validation. Keywords: Panchgavya chikitsa, Holy mother, Cow urine distillate, Anticancer activity

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