Toor dal (Pigeon pea)
Common protein pulse; can be gassy — cook with digestive spices.
increases Vataneutral for Pittareduces Kapha
Ayurvedic properties
- Rasa (taste): astringent, sweet
- Virya (energy): cooling
- Guna (qualities): dry, light
Classical sources
- Charaka Samhita — Sutrasthana 27 — Shami-dhanya varga
Educational information about Ayurveda — not a medical diagnosis or treatment. Consult a qualified professional before starting any herb, supplement, or therapy.