FAQ

Cow’s excreta is considered as gold by the Indian farmers. Cow dung referred to as ‘Gobar’ in Hindi has high micro-organismic value and is considered an important fertilizer. It is known to improve the soil structure leading to fertility and increase in the water and nutrient holding capacity of the soil. It promotes the soil’s microbial activity and thus improves nutrient level thereby assisting the plant growth. Cow dung sometimes mixed with straw is dried, lit and used as a flame for cooking. It plays an important role in the sacred havans and pooja yagyas.

Gomutra or cow urine has been used since the ancient times under Ayurveda for curing numerous ailments such as fever, ulcer, anaemia, leprosy and cancer. Gomutra of the pregnant cow contains special minerals. In Hinduism, it is considered of great importance because of the belief that it purifies everything on which it is sprinkled. It has been accepted as a medicinal drink by the Hindus and is considered as a super medicine. Gomutra is used to produce natural fertilizer, insect repellants, and other useful farming products. It is also used for floor cleaning and is available in the market with the name Gaunyle.

Cow milk is a wholesome food for all age groups including men, women, kids, and adults. Cow’s milk when consumed in different forms such as curd, ghee, buttermilk, paneer, yoghurt, etc. offers a whole set of unique benefits. This milk is considered highly beneficial as it is rich in nine essential amino acids, calcium, vitamin B12, vitamin D, phosphorus, and magnesium. It strengthens immune system, bones, and muscles, increases brain power, reduces acidity, repairs damaged cells and keeps heart healthy. It is used as a base for many ayurvedic medicines.

Pouring one spoon of pure ghee on burning cow dung produces a high level of oxygen and helps in removing air pollution by killing germs. Deforestation can be controlled to a large extent by using biogas produced from cow dung. If done right, approximately 6.0 crore tons of firewood can be saved every year. It is stated in the ancient scriptures that the “Suryaketu” nerve present on the cow’s back purifies the atmosphere by absorbing the harmful radiations.

Panchgavya, a mixture of cow’s milk, curd, ghee, dung, and urine posses the power to purify the body and mind of the intaker. The ghee prepared by using Panchgavya is called Panchgavya Ghrita (PG). Immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory activity of Panchgavya has been mentioned in Ayurveda.

Camel dung is used to prepare handmade paper, rugs, mosquito repellants, and woolen mats. It contains some undigested fibre that is used to create eco-friendly paper. It also acts as a good fertilizer for agricultural fields.

Camel is the most suitable means of transport for travelling in desert as they can carry loads and are natural survivors in extreme situations amidst least water and high temperature. Camels can carry a maximum of 450 kgs. of weight and are usually used by business people to travel and carry their load from one place to another. They were once used by the Border Security Force of India for military forces, however since 2012 were planned to be replaced.

Camel wool or camel hair is used to create garments, rugs, blankets, and is even used for industrial fabrics such as presscloths and machine beltings. They have outer guard hair and softer inner layer; these fibers are sorted and used for various purposes. While the guard hair is used to create waterproof coats, the softer hair is used for creating premium products. The fibre is weaved into yarns for further usage in preparation of crochet and hand knits. The pure camel hair is in use since 17th century for western garments, it is since 19th century that a mixture of wool and camel hair began to be used.

Camel urine is as a fertilizer for agricultural fields. According to Islamic belief, camel urine can be used for the treatment of ailments.

Camel milk is best for people with lactose intolerance and diabetics. It is rich in nutrients such as phosphorus, sodium, copper, zinc, vitamin B, potassium and calcium. It has ten times more iron and three times more Vitamin C than to cow’s milk. Its intake boosts immunity, smoothes skin, and controls blood pressure. It is anti-carcinogenic, antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-ageing. It has been seen that the intake of camel milk has a therapeutic effect on those suffering from Autism. It is the staple food of nomad tribes residing in desert and is even considered a meal. Nomad tribes can easily survive on it for about a month.