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Sushruta Samhita Uttaratantra Chapter 65 Tantrayukti Adhyāya (Literary Techniques)


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  1. Acharya Sushruta has enumerated 32 Tantra Yuktis in Chapter 65 of Uttara Tantra – Tantra Yukti Adhyaya.
  2. Tantrayukti Prayojana are two – Vakya Yojana and Artha Yojana.
  3.   Samasa Vachana is Uddesha.
  4.   Vistara Vachanam is Nirdesha.
  5.   Prakrutasya Atikrantena Sadhanam is Pradesha.
  6.   When the present event is substantiated with the help of a future event, it is called Atidesha.
  7.   Arriving at a conclusion of a topic or concluding it by saying it again is called Prasanga.
  8.   A statement made indicating an earlier reference is called Atikrantavekshana.
  9.   Ubhaya Hetu Darshanam is Samshaya.
  10.               Any statement which furnishes details or commentary is Vyakhyana.
  11.               Giving a Drstanta to understand something in a better way is Nidarshana.
  12.               A statement which does not indicate definiteness on all occasions is called Anekanta.

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 The 65th chapter of Uttaratantra of Sushruta Samhita is named as Tantrayukti Adhyāya. This chapter deals with Literary Techniques.   

अथातस्तन्त्रयुक्तिमध्यायं व्याख्यास्यामः ||१||
यथोवाच भगवान् धन्वन्तरिः ||२||

We will now expound the chapter on Tañtrayukti – Literary techniques; as revealed by the venerable Dhañvañtari.

 Tantrayukti nama: Names of the techniques

द्वात्रिंशत्तन्त्रयुक्तयो भवन्ति शास्त्रे |
तद्यथा- अधिकरणं(१), योगः(२), पदार्थः(३), हेत्वर्थः(४), उद्देशः(५), निर्देशः(६), उपदेशः(७), अपदेशः(८), प्रदेशः(९), अतिदेशः(१०), अपवर्जः(११), वाक्यशेषः(१२), अर्थापत्तिः(१३), विपर्ययः(१४), प्रसङ्गः(१५), एकान्तः(१६), अनेकान्तः(१७), पूर्वपक्षः(१८), निर्णयः(१९), अनुमतं(२०), विधानम्(२१), अनागतावेक्षणम्(२२), अतिक्रान्तावेक्षणं(२३), संशयः(२४), व्याख्यानं(२५), स्वसञ्ज्ञा(२६), निर्वचनं(२७), निदर्शनं(२८), नियोगः(२९), विकल्पः(३०), समुच्चयः(३१), ऊह्यम्(३२) इति ||३||

Tantrayuktis are thirty two in this science (in Suśruta Samhita) such as –

  1. Adhikarana,
  2. Yoga,
  3. Padārtha,
  4. Hetvartha,
  5. Uddeśa,
  6. Nirdeśa,
  7. Upadesa,
  8. Apadeśa,
  9. Pradeśa,
  10. Atideśa,
  11. Apavarga,
  12. Vākyaśeśa,
  13. Arthāpatti,
  14. Viparyaya,
  15. Prasanga,
  16. Ekāñta,
  17. Anekāñta,
  18. Pūrvapakşa,
  19. Nirnaya,
  20. Anumata,
  21. Vidhāna,
  22. Anāgatāvekşana,
  23. Atikrāñtavekşana,
  24. Samsayā,
  25. Vyākhyāna,
  26. Svasamjñā,
  27. Nirvacana,
  28. Nirdeśa,
  29. Niyoga,
  30. Vikalpa,
  31. Samucchaya, and
  32. Uhya

Prayojana – purpose of the techniques

अत्रासां तन्त्रयुक्तीनां किं प्रयोजनम्? उच्यते- वाक्ययोजनमर्थयोजनं च ||४||

One may have a question – ‘what is the utility or purpose of these tantra yuktis?’

The answer for this question is –

  1. Vakya Yojana – for arrangement of sentences in a proper way and
  2. Artha Yojana – deriving correct meanings

भविन्तचात्रश्लोकाः

असद्वादिप्रयुक्तानां वाक्यानां प्रतिषेधनम् |
स्ववाक्यसिद्धिरपि च क्रियते तन्त्रयुक्तितः ||५||
व्यक्ता नोक्तास्तु ये ह्यार्था लीना ये चाप्यनिर्मलाः |
लेशोक्ता ये च केचित्स्युस्तेषां चापि प्रसाधनम् ||६||
यथाऽम्बुजवनस्यार्कः प्रदीपो वेश्मनो यथा |
प्रबोधस्य प्रकाशार्थं तथा तन्त्रस्य युक्तयः ||७||

Some verses here-

Tantrayuktis make the below mentioned things possible –

  1. to negate the wrong sentences and statements put forth by the opponents in the debate and
  2. to establish one’s own sentences and statements as correct

Tantrayuktis also help in clarifying the meanings of words and sentences which are –

        either clear, but brief or

        not clearly explained or concealed,

        incorrect or

        very succinct

Analogy – The sun is very important for the lotus pond because it helps the lotus buds to bloom. The lamp is very important to a house since it helps in dispelling the darkness. Similarly, the Tantrayuktis are important for the texts (and also learners) since it helps to illuminate the text in true perspective.

  1. Adhikaraņa – topic / subject concerned

तत्र यमर्थमधिकृत्योच्यते तदधिकरणं; यथा रसं दोषं वा ||८||

Adhikarana means – ‘the topic or subject of concern now’. Example – mention of Rasa, Dosha etc.

  1. Yoga – Arrangement / joining

येन वाक्यं युज्यते स योगः |
यथा-
‘तैलं पिबेच्चामृतवल्लिनिम्बहिंस्राभयावृक्षकपिप्पलीभिः |
सिद्धं बलाभ्यां च सदेवदारु हिताय नित्यं गलगण्डरोगे’ |
इत्यत्र तैलं सिद्धं पिबेदिति प्रथमं वक्तव्ये तृतीयपादे सिद्धमिति प्रयुक्तं, एवं दूरस्थानामपि पदानामेकीकरणं योगः ||९||

Yoga – Yoga means proper arrangement of words such that they give a clear meaning (when used together).

Example –

Let us assume that, in a given verse, the words ‘taila should be consumed’ has been used in the first line of the verse.

The term ‘siddha’ which means ‘prepared’ is found to be mentioned in the third line of the verse.

It is necessary to bring all these words together and make a proper arrangement (Yoga) so as to obtain their correct meaning.

Now, the re-arranged sentence (arrangement of words) would be – ‘prepared taila should be consumed’.

  1. Padārtha – implied meaning

योऽर्थोऽभिहितः सूत्रे पदे वा स पदार्थः पदस्य पदयोः पदानां वाऽर्थः पदार्थः; अपरिमिताश्च पदार्थाः |
यथा- स्नेहस्वेदाञ्जनेषु निर्दिष्टेषु द्वयोस्त्रयाणां वाऽर्थानामुपपत्तिर्दृश्यते, तत्र योऽर्थः पूर्वापरयोगसिद्धो भवति स ग्रहीतव्यः; यथा- ‘वेदोत्पत्तिमध्यायं व्याख्यास्याम’ इत्युक्ते सन्दिह्यते बुद्धिः- कतमस्य वेदस्योत्पत्तिं वक्ष्यतीति, यतः ऋग्वेदादयस्तु वेदाः; ‘विद विचारणे, विद्लृ लाभे,’ इत्येतयोश्च धात्वोरनेकार्थयोः प्रयोगात्, तत्र पूर्वापरयोगमुपलभ्य प्रतिपत्तिर्भवति- आयुर्वेदोत्पत्तिमयं विवक्षुरिति; एष पदार्थः ||१०||

The ‘proper meaning (artha)’ conveyed by either a sentence or word (pada) is called Padartha. The meaning (artha) of one, two or more words (pada) is called Padartha.

Padarthas i.e. meanings of words are sentences are unlimited. Example – in the words (which describe the herbs) mentioned in the formulae of sneha, sweda, anjana – two or three possible meanings are possible.

Among these, we should only accept the one which becomes relevant in relation to the earlier and later statements as correct.

Another example – When it is said – ‘we will now expound the origin of the Veda (as said in Sutra Sthana ¼)’ one would get a doubt so as to which Veda is the statement being made about. This is because Rigveda etc. are known as Vedas. The term ‘Veda’ is derived from the verbal roots vid (to know) and video (to obtain). These two verbs have been used in many other meanings also.

Considering the description in the text, we can get a clarity that it is ‘Ayurveda’ which is being expounded now.

  1. Hetvartha – extension of reasoning

यदन्यदुक्तमन्यार्थसाधकं [१] भवति स हेत्वर्थः |
यथा- मृत्पिण्डोऽद्भिः प्रक्लिघते तथा माषदुग्धप्रभृतिभिर्व्रणः प्रक्लिघत इति ||११||

Substantiating a statement with the help of another simile or analogy made elsewhere is called Hetvartha.

Example – The ball of the mud becomes moist by water. Similarly, the wound becomes moist greatly when excessive masa, dugdha etc. are used / consumed. (Here, the simili of mud and water used elsewhere is used to explain and substantiate the wound getting moist by use of certain foods.)

  1. Uddeśa – cryptic statement

समासवचनमुद्देशः |
यथा- शल्यमिति ||१२||

Uddesa – A cryptic or brief statement which is made is called as Uddesa. Example – Salya.

  1. Nirdeśa – eloboration

विस्तरवचनं निर्देशः |
यथा- शारीरमागन्तुकं चेति ||१३||

Nirdesa – Elaborating or furnishing further details of what has been stated in Uddesa is called Nirdesa. Example – telling ‘Salya is of two kinds i.e. saririka and agantuka’.

  1. Upadeśa – Injunction, mandate

एवमित्युपदेशः |
यथा- ‘तथा न जागृयाद्रात्रौ दिवास्वप्नं च वर्जयेत्’ इति ||१४||

Upadesa – Upadesa is a mandate or injunction which needs to be compulsorily followed.

Example – The statements like ‘the person should not keep awake at nights and should avoid sleeping during day time’ are Upadesa. (These injunctions are mandatory for everyone to follow, without any exemption).

  1. Apadeśa – adducement of reason

अनेन कारणेनेत्यपदेशः, यथाऽपदिश्यते-
मधुरः श्लेष्माणमभिवर्धयतीति ||१५||

Apadesa – A statement which is made to indicate a specific reason is called Apadesa.

Example – ‘Sweet increases Slesma’.

  1. Pradeśa – substantiating by similar past event

प्रकृतस्यातिक्रान्तेन साधनं प्रदेशः |
यथा- देवदत्तस्यानेन शल्यमुद्धृतं तथा यज्ञदत्तस्याप्ययमुद्धरिष्यतीति ||१६||

Pradesa – Substantiating a statement with the help of another similar event is called Pradesa.

Example – The statements like – ‘This man has removed salya (foreign body) from the body of Devadatta. Similarly, he will also remove the Salya from the body of Yajnadatta also.

  1. Atideśa – substantiating by a future event

प्रकृतस्यानागतस्य साधनमतिदेशः |
यथा- यतोऽस्य वायुरुर्ध्वमुत्तिष्ठते तेनोदावर्ती स्यादिति ||१७||

Atidesa – When the present event is substantiated with the help of a future event it is called Atidesa.

Example – Statements like – ‘When Vata moves in upward direction in his body, he becomes a patient of udavarta disease’.

  1. Apavarga – exception

अभिव्याप्यापकर्षणमपवर्गः |
यथा- अस्वेद्या विषोपसृष्टाः, अन्यत्र कीटविषादिति ||१८||

Apavarga – Any statement made, indicating an exception to the general rule, is called Apavarga.

Example – ‘Sudation should not be administered to the persons affected by visa – poison, except in Kitavisa – insect bite poison’.

  1. Vākyaśeşa – supplying the elipses

येन पदेनानुक्तेन वाक्यं समाप्येत स वाक्यशेषः |
यथा- शिरः पाणिपादपार्श्वपृष्ठोदरोरसामित्युक्ते पुरुषग्रहणं विनाऽपि गम्यते पुरुषस्येति ||१९||

Vakyasesa – Let us consider that an important word is missing from a sentence. Supplying / including that word which has not been mentioned in the sentence and completing the sentence is called Vakyasesa.

Example – When words indicating the parts of the body like head, hands, feet, flanks, back, abdomen, chest etc are enumerated, one should understand that all these relate to ‘purusa’ (man), in spite of the word ‘purusa’ not being mentioned there.

  1. Arthāpatti – logical implication

यदकीर्तितमर्थादापद्यते साऽर्थापत्तिः |
यथा- ओदनं भोक्ष्ये इत्युक्तेऽर्थादापन्नं भवति- नायं पिपासुर्यवागूमिति ||२०||

Arthapatti – If the meaning is implied from the statement which does not mention it, it is called Arthapatti.

Example – If the patient says that he will eat odana (boiled rice), the implied meaning of this statement is that he is not thirsty and hence does not have any desire for drinking yavagu (liquid gruel).

  1. Viparyaya – assuming the opposite

यद्यत्राभिहितं तस्य प्रातिलोम्यं विपर्ययः |
यथा- कृशाल्पप्राणभीरवो दुश्चिकित्स्या इत्युक्ते विपरीतं गृह्यते दृढादयः सुचिकित्स्या इति ||२१||

Viparyaya – A statement from which its opposite meaning is assumed is called viparyaya.

Example – Let us consider a statement – ‘It is difficult to treat the persons who are emaciated, weak and fearful’ helps us to assume and understand its opposite meaning in spite of it not being mentioned i.e. ‘It is easy to treat stout, strong and courageous persons’.

  1. Prasanga – conclusion by repetition

प्रकरणान्तरेण समापनं प्रसङ्गः, यद्वा प्रकरणान्तरितो योऽर्थोऽसकृदुक्तः समाप्यते स प्रसङ्गः |
यथा- पञ्चमहाभूतशरीरिसमवायः पुरुषस्तस्मिन् क्रिया सोऽधिष्ठानमिति वेदोत्पत्तावभिधाय, भूतचिन्तायां पुनरुक्तं- यतोऽभिहितं पञ्चमहाभूतशरीरिसमवायः पुरूष इति, स खल्वेष कर्मपुरुषश्चिकित्साधिकृत इति ||२२||

Prasanga – Arriving at a conclusion of a topic or concluding it by saying it again is called prasanga.

Example – In Sutra Sthana chapter 1 – Vedotpatti Adhyaya, a statement is made as – ‘Purusha (man) is the conglomeration of Panca Bhutas and Sariri. He is the subject of all treatments’. This statement is repeated again in Sarira Sthana, chapter 1 – Sarvabhuta Cinta adhyaya, wherein it is said – ‘Purusa is the union of Panca Mahabhuta and Sariri. It is he who is the subject of treatment’.

  1. Ekāñta – absolute /definite statement

(सर्वत्र)यदवधारणेनोच्यते स एकान्तः |
यथा- त्रिवृद्विरेचयति, मदनफलं वामयति(एव) ||२३||

Ekanta – A statement indicating definiteness on all occasions is called Ekanta.

Example – ‘Trivrt produces purgation. Madanaphala produces vomiting’.

  1. Anekāñta – indefinite statement

क्वचित्तथा क्वचिदन्यथेति यः सोऽनेकान्तः |
यथा- केचिदाचार्या ब्रुवते द्रव्यं प्रधानं, केचिद्रसं, केचिद्वीर्यं केचिद्विपाकमिति ||२४||

Anekanta – A statement which says either this way or another way i.e. it does not indicate definiteness on all occasions, it is called Anekanta.

Example – Some scholars say that Dravya is the most important. Some others opine that Rasa is the most important. Still others say that it is Virya which is the most important one. Yet others say that Vipaka is the most important one.

  1. Pūrvapakşa – questioning

आक्षेपपूर्वकः प्रश्नः पूर्वपक्षः |
यथा- कथं वातनिमित्ताश्चत्वारः प्रमेह असाध्या भवन्तीति ||२५||

Pūrvapakṣa – A statement which questions another statement is called Purvapaksa.

Example – ‘How are the four kinds of Vataja Pramehas (pramehas produced by vata) incurable?’

  1. Nirnaya – decision

तस्योत्तरं निर्णयः |
यथा- शरीरं प्रपीड्य पश्चादधो गत्वा वसामेदोमज्जानुविद्धं मूत्रं विसृजति वातः एवमसाध्या वातजा इति ||२६||
तथा चोक्तम्- कृत्स्नं शरीरं निष्पीड्य मेदोमज्जावसायुतः |
अधः प्रकुप्यते वायुस्तेनासाध्यास्तु वातजाः ||२७||

Nirnaya – A statement which is the reply for Purvapaksa indicating a decision is called Nirnaya.

Example – Replying to the question about the incurability of four kinds of Vataja Prameha, making a decisive statement as – ‘The aggravated vata torments the body. Next, this vata moving downward, getting associated with vasa, medas and majja, it causes elimination of urine in more quantity. Hence, four types of Vataja Prameha are incurable’.

Also – ‘Vata getting aggravated due to incompatible foods and activities troubles the entire body, gets associated with meda, majja and vasa and will also contaminate them, will move downwards into the urinary bladder, will contaminate the urine therein and eliminate the urine along with majja etc tissues. Therefore vataja pramehas are incurable.’

  1. Anumata – consent, approval

परमतमप्रतिषिद्धमनुमतम् |
यथा- अन्यो ब्रूयात्- सप्त रसा इति, तच्चाप्रतिषेधादनुमन्यते कथञ्चिदिति ||२८||

Anumata – Anumata means consent or taking approval of the opinion of others without disputing.

Example – According to some expert scholars, rasas i.e. tastes are seven in number. If this statement is not contradicted by other authorities or experts, then it is assumed to be accepted by everyone for some reason.

  1. Vidhāna – order of sequences

प्रकरणानुपूर्व्याऽभिहितं विधानम् |
यथा- सक्थिमर्माण्येकादश प्रकरणानुपूर्व्याऽभिहितानि ||२९||

Vidhana – A statement made in sequential order is called Vidhana.

Example – A statement enumerating the marmas located in the lower limb (sakti marma) and naming them in chronological order, like – ‘Sakti Marmas are eleven in number such as Ksipra, Talahrdaya etc.’ as stated in Susruta Sarira 6/6.

  1. Anāgatāvekşana – prospective reference

एवं वक्ष्यतीत्यनागतावेक्षणम् |
यथा- श्लोकस्थाने ब्रूयात्- चिकित्सितेषु वक्ष्यामीति ||३०||

Anagatāveksaṇa – A statement indicating future reference is called Anagataveksana.

Example – Acharya making a statement in the Sutra Sthana section as – ‘I will describe in Cikitsa Sthana’.

  1. Atikrāñtāvekşana – retrospective references

यत्पूर्वमुक्तं तदतिक्रान्तावेक्षणम् |
यथा- चिकित्सितेषु ब्रूयात्- श्लोकस्थाने यदीरितमिति ||३१||

Atikrañtāvekṣana – When a statement indicating an earlier reference is made, it is called Atikrantaveksana.

Example – Acharya making a statement in the Cikitsa Sthana section as – ‘that which has been described in the Sutra Sthana section…’

  1. Samsaya – doubtful statements

उभयहेतुदर्शनं संशयः |
यथा – तलहृदयाभिघातः प्राणहरः, पाणिपादच्छेदनमप्राणहरमिति ||३२||

Samsaya – A statement, which by furnishing two meanings, creates a doubt is called Samsaya.

Example – A statement saying – ‘Injury to Talahrdaya Marma causes death, while cutting off the arms and legs does not cause death (Sushruta Sarira – 6/24)’.

(Talahṛdaya Marma is a vital spot located in the middle of palm and sole. Injury to these Marmas causes death. This statement creates a samsaya – doubt. Answer to this doubt or question is furnished in verse numbers 31 and 32 of Sarira Sthana, Chapter 6)

  1. Vyākhyāna – commentary / elaboration

तन्त्रेऽतिशयोपवर्णनं व्याख्यानम् |
यथा- इह पञ्चविंशतिकः पुरूषो व्याख्यायते, अन्येष्वायुर्वेदतन्त्रेषु भूतादिप्रभृत्यारभ्य चिन्ता ||३३||

Vyakhyana – A statement which furnishes details or commentary is known as Vyakhyana.

Example – In this text, Purusa is explained as the twenty fifth principle whereas enquiry commences with Bhutas etc. (Panca Bhutas) in other Ayurveda texts.

  1. Svasamjñā – special meaning

अन्यशास्त्रासामान्या स्वसञ्ज्ञा |
यथा- मिथुनमिति मधुसर्पिषोर्ग्रगणं; लोकप्रसिद्धमुदाहरणं वा ||३४||

Svasamjña – A meaning special to one science or text while it is different from that of other sciences is called Svasamjna.

Example – In Ayurveda, the meaning of the word Mithuna is ‘mixture of honey and ghee’. On the other hand, it may even mean ‘copulation’, the usage and meaning which is popular in society.

  1. Nirvacana – definition

निश्चितं वचनं निर्वचनम् |
यथा- आयुर्विद्यतेऽस्मिन्ननेन वा आयुर्विन्दतीत्यायुर्वेदः ||३५||

Nirvacana – A statement which ‘defines’ something is called Nirvacana.

Example – ‘Ayurveda is so called because Ayus (knowledge of life) is present in it or because ‘life’ is understood by it (Sushruta Sutra 1 / 5)’.

  1. Nidarśana – simili

दृष्टान्तव्यक्तिर्निदर्शनम् |
यथा- अग्निर्वायुना सहितः कक्षे वृर्द्धि गच्छति तथा वातपित्तकफदुष्टो व्रण इति ||३६||

Nidarshana – Giving a Drstanta i.e. simile to understand things better is called Nidarshana.

Example – The statement made as – ‘just as agni i.e. fire combined with vata – air undergoes increase in the hearth, the wound would undergo increase by aggravation of the doshas i.e. vata, pitta and kapha’.

  1. Niyoga – mandate / injunction

इदमेव कर्तव्यमिति नियोगः |
यथा- पथ्यमेव भोक्तव्यमिति ||३७||

Niyoga – A statement which indicates a mandate, order or advice which needs to be compulsorily followed is called Niyoga.

Example – Making statements like ‘only healthy foods should be consumed’.

  1. Samucchaya – grouping, combining

इदं चेदं चेति समुच्चयः |
यथा- मांसवर्गे एणहरिणादयो लावतित्तिरिशारङ्गश्च प्रधानानीति ||३८||

Samucchaya – Collecting the things mentioned at more than one place and including them into one single group is called as Samucchaya. Samucchaya means collection or grouping things at one place.

Example – While explaining Mamsa Varga – group of meats, the meats of ena and harina are mentioned as more important at one place. On the other hand, the meats of lava, tittiri and saranga are said to be more important in some other places. Grouping together both these groups of meats into one group and considering them as similar is called Samucchaya.

  1. Vikalpa – alternative / option

इदं वेदं वेति विकल्पः |
यथा- रसौदनः सघृता यवागूर्वा (भवत्विति) ||३९||

Vikalpa – A statement which furnishes an alternative or option for something is known as Vikalpa.

Example – Statements like – ‘the patient may either consume rasaudana or yavagu added with ghee’.

  1. Uhya – guess / inference

यदनिर्दिष्टं बुद्धयाऽवगम्यते तदूह्यम् |
यथा- अभिहितमन्नपानविधौ चतुर्विधं चान्नमुपदिश्यते- भक्ष्यं भोज्यं लेह्यं पेयमिति, एवं चतुर्विधे वक्तव्ये द्विविधमभिहितम्; इदमत्रोह्यम्- अन्नपाने विशिष्टयोर्द्वयोर्ग्रहणे कृते चतुर्णामपि ग्रहणं भवतीति; चतुर्विधश्चाहारः प्रविरलः, प्रायेण द्विविध एव; अतो द्वित्वं प्रसिद्धमिति |
किञ्चान्यत्- अन्नेन भक्ष्यमवरुद्धं, घनसाधर्म्यात्; पेयेन लेह्यं, द्रवसाधर्म्यात् ||४०||

Uhya – Understanding something with the help of one’s intelligence, especially those things which have not been described is called Uhya.

Example – It is said that ahara i.e. food is of four kinds such as bhaksya, bhojya, lehya and peya – in sutra sthana section, chapter 46. In this statement, the kinds of food i.e. anna – solid foods and pana – liquid foods are also included. Here, one needs to guess or understand that all four kinds of foods are included within these two types only i.e. anna and pana.

It is very rare to find four types of ahara everywhere and two kinds of ahara are easily available everywhere. So two kinds of foods i.e. anna and pana are popular everywhere, so also in the texts. Therefore they are used more commonly in comparison to the four kinds of food. Therefore when anna pana is mentioned these terms should be understood (even though not specified) to comprise of all four kinds of foods i.e. all four kinds of food are included in two types of food itself.

The term bhaksya is not excluded in the term anna because of solidity being common to both (both are names of solid foods). Similarly, in the term peya, lehya is not excluded because liquidity is common to both (both are names of liquid foods).

भवन्ति चात्र-
सामान्यदर्शनेनासां व्यवस्था सम्प्रदर्शिता |
विशेषस्तु यथायोगमुपधार्यो विपश्चिता ||४१||
द्वात्रिंशद्युक्तयो ह्येतास्तन्त्रसारगवेषणे |
मया सम्यग्विनिहिताः शब्दार्थन्यायसंयुताः ||४२||
यो ह्योता विधिवद्वेत्ति दीपीभूतास्तु बुद्धिमान् |
स पूजार्हो भिषक्श्रेष्ठ इति धन्वन्तरेर्मतम् ||४३||

Some verses here-

These Tantrayuktis have been described in this context briefly and casually. One should learn the details of these tantrayuktis from the scholars who know them well and are well versed in the knowledge of the same. The essence of the treatise can be understood with the help of these thirty two tantrayuktis. This is the reason why I have described them along with their usage for clear understanding of words and sentences. They are like guiding lights. The person who understands them correctly would become a best physician and will be worthy of worship. This is the opinion of Lord Dhanwantari.

इति श्री सुश्रुतसंहितायामुत्तरतन्त्रान्ते तन्त्रभूषणाध्यायेषु तन्त्रयुक्तिर्नाम (तृतीयोऽध्यायः, आदितः) पञ्जषष्टितमोऽध्यायः।।६५।।

Thus ends the sixty fifth chapter by name Tantryukti in Uttara Sthāna of Suśruta Samhita.

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Shrimp and Zucchini Pasta in Light Tomato Sauce


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This light Shrimp and Zucchini Pasta dish, loaded with fresh tomatoes, is the best weeknight dinner when summer tomatoes are at their peak.

Shrimp and Zucchini Pasta

Shrimp and Zucchini Pasta

This Shrimp and Zucchini Pasta is perfect when you don’t want to spend much time cooking dinner but still want something seasonal and flavorful the family will love. By the time the pasta cooks, the shrimp and vegetables will be ready–all in about 20 minutes. I’ve been making this long before I made Skinnytaste a full time job. I used to whip this up after working full time with fresh zucchini and tomatoes from my garden.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Gina @ Skinnytaste.com

This is one of my oldest recipes, a summer dish I used to whip up when I would get home from work with very little time using zucchini and tomatoes from my garden. Cooking with seasonal produce means you don’t need a ton of ingredients. Fresh vegetables add so much flavor on their own.

  • Fast: Since shrimp cook in just a couple of minutes, this meal comes together quickly!
  • Easy enough for busy weeknights
  • Healthy: A low-calorie pasta dish packed with lean protein and vegetables
  • Family Friendly: A dish everyone in my house always enjoys
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Ingredients You’ll Need

To make this pasta with shrimp and zucchini, you’ll also need fresh tomatoes, aromatics, and broth. See the recipe card below for the exact measurements.

Shrimp and Zucchini Pasta ingfredients

  • Shrimp: Buying frozen, deveined, and peeled shrimp with the tails off is the fastest, most convenient option. The easiest way to thaw them is to place them in the refrigerator the day before. Then, before cooking, drain and pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
  • Salt and black pepper for seasoning the shrimp and vegetables
  • Pasta: Buy farfalle (bow tie) pasta.
  • Aromatics: Thinly sliced garlic and diced shallots
  • Zucchini: You can either julienne (slice into thin, long strips) or cube the zucchini. Since zucchini has a high-water content, it only takes a couple of minutes to cook to prevent it from getting soggy.
  • Tomatoes: Fresh, diced tomatoes form the base of the sauce.
  • Olive oil for sautéing the vegetables.
  • Fat-free chicken broth enhances the flavor of the sauce more than water would.
  • Toppings: Fresh parsley. Crushed red pepper flakes and grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan are optional, but they add extra flavor.

How to Make Shrimp and Zucchini Pasta

To cook this easy shrimp and zucchini pasta quickly, start boiling the water while you cut your vegetables. While the pasta cooks, sear the shrimp and make the sauce, which should be about done by the time the pasta finishes. See the recipe card at the bottom for printable directions.

  1. Cook the pasta following the package instructions. Then, drain.
  2. Sear the shrimp in a large, hot skillet for a minute. For the best sear, the shrimp shouldn’t be touching. Remove them before they’re fully cooked.
  3. Sauté the vegetables: Add the shallots and garlic to the pan over medium heat. After 1 minute, add the tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Then, add the zucchini and sauté for another minute.
  4. Make the tomato sauce: Pour in the broth and red pepper flakes. Then, add the shrimp and pasta. Taste for salt and pepper, and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Shrimp and Zucchini Pasta

How do you know when shrimp is done cooking?

You’ll know the shrimp are ready when they’re pink, opaque, and shaped like a “C.” Overcooking can make them rubbery. They only need a few minutes to cook, so remove them from the pan after a minute so they can finish cooking in the sauce at the end.

Variations

  • Allergic to shrimp? Substitute diced chicken thighs. Make sure to cook them all the way through the first time they’re in the pan. You could also use scallops. Sear them for 2 to 3 minutes, flip, and cook for another 30 to 60 seconds until they turn opaque.
  • Pasta options: Swap farfalle with rotini, fusilli, or penne. Use whole-wheat or gluten-free pasta if needed.
  • More Protein: Swap pasta with protein pasta and use bone broth for more protein.
  • No shallots? Substitute onion.
  • Tomatoes: Use cherry or grape tomatoes. Fresh tomatoes create a lighter sauce, but if they’re not in season, use canned petite diced tomatoes.
  • Prefer a creamy tomato sauce? Try my Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp and Tomato Cream Sauce.
  • Zucchini: Try yellow squash, asparagus, or spinach.
  • Herbs: Replace parsley with fresh basil.
  • Adjust the heat: I like it a little spicy, but if you’re not a fan of spicy food, omit the red pepper flakes or start with just 1/8 teaspoon.
  • Make it brighter: Zest a lemon over the pasta before serving.

Storage

  • Refrigerate the shrimp pasta for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat: The pasta will absorb some of the tomato sauce, so if it’s too thick, add a splash of broth or water to thin it out before reheating. Microwave for 30 to 60 seconds until warm, or reheat on the stove over medium-low heat.
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More Shrimp Pasta Recipes You’ll Love

For more dinner ideas using shrimp, check out these five delicious pasta recipes to inspire your next meal!

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Prep: 15 minutes

Cook: 20 minutes

Total: 35 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

Serving Size: 1 ½ cups

  • 1 lb shrimp, shelled and deviened (12 oz peeled weight)
  • salt and fresh black pepper, to taste
  • 8 ounces bowtie pasta, uncooked (or protein pasta, gluten-free pasta)
  • 3 cloves garlic, sliced thin
  • 2 shallots, minced
  • 1 medium zucchini, julienned or cubed
  • 2 medium tomatoes, diced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
  • ½ cup chicken broth, or vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • olive oil spray
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
  • Pecorino Romano cheese, grated, optional
  • Cook pasta according to package instructions in salted water.

  • While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat until very hot. Spray lightly with with oil.

  • Season shrimp with salt and pepper to taste and add to the hot skillet. Saute for about 1 minute on each side, until almost cooked through and remove from heat. Set shrimp aside.

  • Add olive oil to the same skillet, lower heat to medium, add shallots and garlic and saute until golden, about 1 minute.

  • Add tomatoes and season with salt and pepper, and cook about 1 minute. Add zucchini, saute another minute.

  • Add chicken broth, red pepper flakes and mix well. Return shrimp to the pan and simmer 30 seconds.

  • When pasta is cooked to al dente, drain in a colander and add pasta to sauce. Mix well with the sauce and adjust salt and pepper.

  • Add chopped parsley and serve. Top with some really good grated cheese! (optional)

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Serving: 1 ½ cups, Calories: 366.9 kcal, Carbohydrates: 51.6 g, Protein: 26.6 g, Fat: 6.8 g, Fiber: 3.8 g, Sugar: 2.1 g

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Protein Chia Pudding Cups (Great for Meal Prep!)


If you’re looking for a high-protein breakfast you can meal prep in minutes, these protein chia pudding cups are about to become a staple.

Made with simple ingredients like chia seeds, skyr or Greek yogurt, and milk, this recipe delivers a balanced combination of protein, fiber, and healthy fats to keep you full and energized for hours.

Whether you need a grab-and-go breakfast or a quick post-workout snack, this chia pudding checks all the boxes: no cooking, minimal prep, and easy to customize.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • High-protein: Easily get 15–20g protein per serving.
  • Meal-prep friendly: Make once, eat all week.
  • No-cook recipe: Just mix and chill.
  • Naturally gluten-free
  • Keeps you full longer thanks to fiber + healthy fats.

What Makes This Chia Pudding Different

Not all chia pudding is created equal. Many recipes end up too thin or watery, low in protein, or overloaded with sugar.

This version is designed to be thick and creamy (thanks to the right chia-to-liquid ratio), high in protein (using milk, yogurt + optional add-ins), and balanced for energy with protein, fat, and fiber.

Ingredients

  • Chia seeds
  • Chocolate milk 
  • Full-fat Greek yogurt or Skyr yogurt
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder

How to Make Protein Chia Pudding

  1. Add all ingredients to a bowl or jar.
  2. Stir well until fully combined (this helps prevent clumping).
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight for best texture).
  4. Stir once more before serving and add toppings.
  5. Enjoy!

Meal Prep Instructions

  • Portion into individual jars or containers
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 5–7 days
  • Stir before eating

Pro tip: Prep 3–5 servings at once for easy weekday breakfasts.

chia seed pudding on a spoon

Best Toppings for Chia Pudding

Mix and match to keep things interesting or please everyone in the family:

  • Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries or raspberries)
  • Banana slices
  • Nut butter (peanut, almond, cashew)
  • Granola for crunch
  • Hemp seeds or flaxseed

How to Add More Protein

Want to boost this to 20–30g protein per serving? Try adding ¼–½ cup of whey protein powder, mixing in collagen peptides, or topping with nuts or seeds.

Chia Seeds Benefits for Breakfast

Chia seeds are small but powerful. They’re high in fiber, which helps you stay full longer; rich in omega-3 fats that support heart health; contain plant-based protein that complements added protein powder; and digest slowly, helping prevent energy crashes.

How long does chia pudding last?
Chia pudding will keep in the fridge for 5–7 days when stored in an airtight container.

Why is my chia pudding runny?
This usually happens if there aren’t enough chia seeds, it hasn’t chilled long enough, or the liquid ratio is too high. Try adding more chia seeds and letting it sit longer.

Is chia pudding healthy?
Yes—especially when balanced with protein. It’s rich in fiber, healthy fats, and can help support steady energy levels.

Switch things up with white milk + mixed berries for a vanilla berry version; chocolate milk + peanut butter for a chocolate peanut butter version; coconut milk + pineapple + mango for a tropical version; or white milk + cinnamon + almond butter for a cinnamon roll-inspired option.

Nutrition (Per Serving – Estimated)

  • Calories: 220-250
  • Protein: 11–16g
  • Fiber: 10–15g
  • Fat: ~10g

Nutrition will vary based on protein content of the milk used, style of yogurt, and toppings used.

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More Chia Seed Pudding Recipes

  • Add all of the ingredients to a bowl and mix to combine. Be sure the cocoa powder is absorbed and mixed in fully.

  • Cover the pudding and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, but I recommend overnight for best results.

  • Remove from the refrigerator and stir. If the chia seed pudding is too thick, feel free to add more milk.

  • Serve with your favorite toppings.

  • I used Kemps protein chocolate milk for this recipe. You can use any type of milk. Nutrition information if you use Kemps protein chocolate milk is as follows: 240 cal, 16g protein, 18g fat, 13g carbs, 12g  sugar, 
  • If you like your chia seed pudding sweeter, I recommend adding 1-2 tablespoons of maple syrup to the recipe.
  • This recipe was updated in May 2026. Find the original recipe HERE.

Calories: 234 kcal, Carbohydrates: 26 g, Protein: 11 g, Fat: 12 g, Fiber: 10 g, Sugar: 13 g

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Danger Coffee Review: Is It Worth the Hype? My Honest Take

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Sharing my full review of Danger Coffee. If you’d like to try it, you can get 10% off your purchases here with the code FITNESSISTA. Updated May 2026.

Hi friends! Let’s talk about something near and dear to my heart: coffee.

As an Integrative Health Practitioner, I’m pretty particular about what I put in my body and that includes my morning cup of happiness. So when I stumbled upon Danger Coffee at Dave Asprey’s Biohacking Conference (they literally had it flowing everywhere), I knew I needed to try it and report back.

I’ve been drinking the decaf version daily for almost two years now, and I’m sharing everything: the taste, the ingredients, the price, and whether it’s actually worth it for health-conscious coffee lovers like us.

Is Danger Coffee Worth It

Is Danger Coffee Worth It? My full review

What Is Danger Coffee?

Danger Coffee is a premium, remineralized coffee created by Dave Asprey – the same guy behind Bulletproof Coffee. Founded in 2022, it’s built around three things that make it genuinely different from your average bag of beans:

1. It’s remineralized. Using a patent-pending process, each batch is infused with 50+ trace minerals and electrolytes via humic and fulvic acids. As an IHP, I love this. Most of us are mineral-depleted from modern diets, and getting them through your morning coffee is honestly a genius delivery method.

2. It’s mold-tested. Mycotoxins (mold compounds that survive roasting and brewing) are a real concern in conventional coffee and can contribute to brain fog, fatigue, and inflammation. Danger Coffee is third-party tested at multiple stages to confirm it’s clean. This is a big deal if you’ve ever noticed that certain coffees make you feel kind of… off.

3. The beans are specialty-grade and single-origin. Sourced from small family farms in Central America using regenerative farming practices, they meet Specialty Coffee Association quality standards and are freshly roasted to order. No mystery beans here!

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The Danger Coffee Product Line

The lineup is intentionally simple, which I appreciate.

There’s no decision fatigue:

Medium Dark Roast: Balanced, smooth, nutty with hints of cocoa. Works great for drip, French press, or pour-over. Available whole bean or ground.

Dark Roast: Bold and full-bodied with notes of baker’s chocolate, nougat, and smoky oak. Great if you love a really robust cup or want to use it for cold brew.

Medium Dark Decaf : This is my personal daily choice, and it’s one of the best decafs I’ve ever had. (Most decaf tastes like sad brown water. This does not.)

Instant Danger: Slow-brewed for 72 hours, then freeze-dried. No weird fillers. The Pilot loves this one for travel because it tastes amazing.

Compostable Pods: Single-serve, zero plastic microplastics. A nice option if you’re a pod person who also cares about the environment.

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What Does It Taste Like? My Personal Experience

Full transparency: I drink the decaf version because caffeine and my anxiety have a complicated relationship. So if you’re also in the decaf camp, hi, welcome, this review is especially for you. Most Danger Coffee reviews only cover the caffeinated roasts and we deserve better.

The decaf is smooth, rich, and genuinely enjoyable black. It doesn’t have that flat, papery quality that ruins most decafs. There’s a slight earthiness from the minerals, but it’s subtle; not funky. I also notice a gentle lift that I think comes from the minerals themselves, which is kind of cool.

My money-saving hack: I blend it 50/50 with Whole Foods organic decaf. You still get the mineral benefits, the flavor holds up beautifully, and each bag lasts twice as long. It’s still worlds cheaper than a daily coffee shop habit!

For the caffeinated roasts: reviewers consistently report a clean, sustained energy boost without the jitters or crash. The mold-free processing is likely a big reason the energy feels different from conventional coffee.

Danger Coffee Pros and Cons

Pros

The remineralization is a real, functional benefit. Fulvic and humic acids support mineral absorption, gut health, hydration, and cellular energy. Getting this through your morning coffee instead of a separate supplement? Sign me uppppp.

The mold testing actually matters. If you’ve ever felt off, foggy, or jittery after coffee that shouldn’t be affecting you that way; it might be the mycotoxins. Having a brand that tests rigorously is HUGE.

The taste is exceptional. No bitterness, smooth finish, clearly high-quality beans. It earns its stripes as a specialty coffee even without the functional health angle.

The decaf is legitimately one of the best on the market. I cannot stress this enough. Good decaf is rare. This one is not an afterthought.

It’s great in Bulletproof-style coffee. If you blend yours with grass-fed butter and MCT oil, the mineral profile supports that fat-fueled morning routine really nicely.

Cons

The price is real. At around $26–$31 for a 12–16 oz bag, it’s a premium product. That said, if you’re already spending money on supplements, organic food, and clean products, the price per cup is totally reasonable (especially with a discount code and my blending hack above).

It’s online-only. You can’t just grab it at the store when you run out. Plan ahead, friends!

Limited roast variety. The lineup is intentionally tight. If you love exploring a rotating cast of single-origin roasts, this might not scratch that itch.

Price Breakdown & How to Save

  • Standard bag: $28.95
  • Instant Danger: $39.95
  • Free US shipping on orders over $65

The best ways to save: Use code FITNESSISTA for 10% off, subscribe for recurring savings, and do the 50/50 blend trick I mentioned above. Each bag essentially lasts twice as long, which changes the math considerably.

Who Is Danger Coffee Best For?

It’s a great fit if you:

  • Already prioritize clean food, supplements, or biohacking
  • Get jittery, anxious, or crash-y with conventional coffee
  • Suspect mold or low-quality beans are affecting how you feel
  • Drink decaf and are tired of terrible options (same, friend, same)
  • Want to add functional benefits to a ritual you’re already doing

It’s probably not your thing if:

  • You just want cheap, functional caffeine and don’t care much about quality
  • You love exploring tons of different roast profiles
  • Budget is your primary filter right now – no shame in that!

How to Brew It

Pour-over (my method): I use this pour-over maker. Rinse your filter, use about 20–22g of ground coffee per 12 oz of water, bloom with a small splash of hot water for 30 seconds, then pour the rest in a slow circular motion. Total brew time: about 2.5–3 minutes.

French press: Use a coarse grind. Add 30g of coffee per 16 oz of water at around 200°F, steep for 4 minutes, and press slowly.

A couple of quick tips:

  • Store beans in an airtight container in a cool, dark spot (not the fridge – condensation messes with the flavor)
  • I have my coffee after breakfast rather than first thing on an empty stomach – easier on digestion and helps avoid the afternoon energy dip

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Danger Coffee worth the price? If you care about clean ingredients and functional benefits — yes. The mold testing, mineralization, and specialty beans all justify the premium, especially with a discount code.

Does Danger Coffee have a decaf option? Yes! The Medium Dark Decaf uses the Swiss Water Process to remove 99.9% of caffeine without chemical solvents. It’s genuinely great.

What’s the difference between Danger Coffee and Bulletproof Coffee? Both are Dave Asprey creations focused on mold-free beans. Danger Coffee takes it a step further with the proprietary remineralization process — 50+ trace minerals and electrolytes in every cup.

Can you taste the minerals? Most people notice a slightly earthy quality, but it’s subtle. It tastes like really good coffee, not like you’re drinking a supplement. Promise.

Is it organic? Not certified organic, but the beans are naturally farmed without synthetic pesticides and third-party tested for purity. In some ways the testing standard exceeds what organic certification alone guarantees.

How do I save money on it? Code FITNESSISTA for 10% off + a subscription + the 50/50 blending hack = the most cost-effective way to enjoy it daily.

Danger Coffee has genuinely earned a permanent spot in my morning routine. The decaf is exceptional, the mineral support is functional and evidence-based, and the mold testing gives me real peace of mind. Is it the cheapest option out there? Nope. But it’s one of the few products where the premium price maps to a real, tangible upgrade: in quality, in how I feel, and in what I’m not putting in my body.

Try it here with code FITNESSISTA for 10% off → I think you’ll love it.

Have you tried Danger Coffee? I’d especially love to hear from my fellow decaf drinkers in the comments!

xoxo

Gina

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Top Mexican Food Dishes to Order Keto

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Top Mexican Food Dishes to Order Keto – Thomas DeLauer

Mexican Food is AMAZING! But SO many people think being on keto means they can’t have Mexican food anymore! In actuality, enjoying some great Mexican food whilst adhering to your keto diet is definitely possible… you just have to know which food choices are acceptable! I LOVE breaking down delicious foods so let’s dive in and I’ll see you in the COMMENTS!

Top Asian Food Keto Diet Choices:

Top 10 Cleanest Fast Food Keto Options: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1GShfPZSjU8&t=13s

7 Cardinal Rules for Ordering Fast Food Healthy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0AhuvuNXY8&t=2s

We Bought Everything on the Chick-Fil-A Menu and Reviewed the Ingredients:

3 Surprisingly Healthy “Junk” Foods on Keto: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wcU6G7TCBmQ

Keto Guides:

How to do a Keto Diet: The Complete Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBw2rdwBfZE&t=331s

The 10 Commandments of Keto: Full Transformation Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lksvYHhwcOA&t=376s

Full Beginner Keto Meal Plan: Exactly What to Eat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z15Z1-Og_pg&t=115s

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Could Bovine Leukemia Virus be a Cause of Breast Cancer?

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As many as 37% of breast cancer cases may be attributable to exposure to the bovine leukemia virus.

The incidence of breast cancer continues to increase worldwide. In the United States, this amounted to a 40% increase in the incidence by the turn of the century. Presently, the main approach to preventing mortality is early detection and treatment. That’s important, but why not focus more on primary prevention—protecting people from risk factors so they don’t develop breast cancer at all?

“Overall, it is estimated that 20% of all human cancers have an infectious origin.” Viruses can trigger cancer by turning on cancer genes or turning off cancer-suppressing genes, but they can also contribute to tumor formation just by causing chronic inflammation. Currently, cancer-causing viruses are considered “the major plausible hypothesis for a direct cause of human breast cancer.” How did we get here?

It all started about 40 years ago when a professor of virology at UC Berkeley learned how the mammary tumor virus was discovered in mice. Scientists switched baby mouse pups from mothers with a high incidence of mammary cancer with the babies from mouse strains with a low incidence and found that the cancer incidence in pups matched their foster mothers’—not their biological ones’—showing it wasn’t genetic. “It occurred to me that humans are foster nursed on the cow,” the professor said.

Bovine leukemia virus (BLV) had just been identified as a cancer-causing cow virus. At the time, only about 10% of U.S. dairy cows were infected, but now it’s closer to half. Initially, 66% of herds were affected. Then, it was more like 80%, based on their milk testing positive for the virus, and 100% of the herds in the larger industrial farms. And now, more than 94% of U.S. herds are affected, continuing the historical trend of BLV persistently proliferating within U.S. dairy herds.

We’ve long known that people in countries that consume the most milk have the highest breast cancer incidence. But, as you can see below and at 2:32 in my video, Bovine Leukemia Virus as a Cause of Breast Cancer, the link between dairy consumption and breast cancer incidence isn’t only on the country level.Individual women who are lactose intolerant and consume less dairy also seem to have decreased risk of breast cancer. Milk contains many things that could be contributing to the cancer risk, such as saturated fat and the presence of cancer-promoting growth hormones like IGF-1.

Yes, we know bovine leukemia virus is present in beef and dairy products. About half of the milk and meat samples turn up positive for the virus. In fact, you can sample the virus straight out of the air on dairy farms, on surfaces, and in the milk itself. Most milk is pasteurized, but many dairy products, like raw, aged cheeses, are not. And who hasn’t eaten a pink-in-the-middle hamburger at some point in their life?

Yes, we have evidence that people are exposed to the virus. Yes, we have evidence that people are actively infected with the virus. But it wasn’t until 2015 that we learned infection rates were highest in cancerous breast tissue, as you can see below and at 3:30 in my video.So much so that as many as 37% of breast cancer cases may be attributable to exposure to the bovine leukemia virus.

That was enough for me to make a whole series of videos on the role the virus plays in breast cancer and how the meat and dairy industries responded to the news. What’s the latest update? That’s what I’ll cover next.

Doctor’s Note

You may remember that I’ve previously discussed The Role of Bovine Leukemia in Breast Cancer and the Industry Response to Bovine Leukemia Virus in Breast Cancer.

Stay tuned for the next video: Breast Cancer and the Bovine Leukemia Virus in Meat and Dairy.



Anti-Inflammatory Grocery List #antiinflammatory #inflammation #grocery #diet #shorts

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Learn more about an anti-inflammatory diet here: https://www.everydayhealth.com/diet-nutrition/diet/anti-inflammatory-diet-benefits-food-list-tips/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social

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Move your body, mama 🤍 #postpartum #fitness, #momlife #weightlossjourney #plussize #baby #selfcare

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I’m often asked how or why I take time for myself each morning to exercise. I’ve suffered with anxiety most of my life and survived a really traumatic incident that left me with PTSD. My morning routine will always include movement as it’s the one thing that makes my anxiety and PTSD manageable.

When I found out I was pregnant, I made a promise to myself: I’d keep showing up, for me and for her.

Workouts by @namastaywithtay @namastaysweatyclub

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