Pomegranate
Sweet-astringent fruit that balances all doshas; especially good for Pitta.
neutral for Vatareduces Pittareduces Kapha
Ayurvedic properties
- Rasa (taste): sweet, astringent, sour
- Virya (energy): cooling
- Guna (qualities): light
Classical sources
- Charaka Samhita — Sutrasthana 27 — Phala varga (fruits)
- Bhavaprakasha — Nighantu — Phala varga
Educational information about Ayurveda — not a medical diagnosis or treatment. Consult a qualified professional before starting any herb, supplement, or therapy.