Milk warm from the udder and boiled milk taken warm

Milk drunk warm straight from the udder (dhāroṣṇa) is said to be like nectar; milk boiled and drunk warm removes kapha and vata; boiled and cooled it calms pitta; milk taken in any other state is called a cause of many diseases. Milk is also said to be wholesome and the best rasāyana, to give complexion and strength, to be good for the eyes and to be excellent for sustaining a full life.