Takradharacomes under theAyurvedic treatmentShirodhara in which medicated buttermilk is poured over the forehead in a continuous stream. Buttermilk known as Takra in Sanskrit added with suitable herbs is beneficial in treating problems like excessive body heat, psychological stress, sleeping disorders, migraine, hair loss, skin diseases etc.
Several therapeutic outcomes of this treatment have been observed in patients, and improvement in mental health is notable among all. Along with dietary modifications,Takradhara is considered to be effective in treating chronic skin diseases like psoriasis.It aids in the relief of hypertension and has calming effect on the mind.Takradhara also improves the function of the digestive system.