Critical review of amra ( mangifera indicalinn) with special reference to various nighantus.

Abstract

Ayurveda is science of life. It deals with treatment, prevention, proper lifestyle and diet. In Ayurveda, Aharvarga has been given equal importance as that of Aushadhi varga. All fruits are mentioned in Phala varga. Phala are used to prevent the disease and helps to maintain the health. Explanation regarding raspanchak, pathya, apathya of phala has been mentioned in nighantus in detail. Amra i.e Mangifera indica  commonly known as mango. Various parts Mangifera indica tree have been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of different disease. The fruits of amra i.e Mangoes are most delicious and nutrients dense fruit and are known as a King of fruit. Mango tree is much more than just a source of mangoes. It contains tannins, pyrogallotannins, mangiferin and also contains vitamin A and C. It shows Anticancer, Anti-diabetic, Anti-inflammatory, laxative action. In various nighantus properties of amra and its different part have been explained. So in this paper there is a critical review about Amra i.e Mangifera indica plant and the utility of its various parts.