Nutrition
Welcome to my Ayurveda food database!
Here you’ll find alphabetically organized information on grains, legumes, fruits, vegetables, oils, dairy products and meat/fish.
Important note:
All classifications refer to the raw, unprocessed form of the foods. Cooking, steaming, roasting or added spices can change their properties.
Each entry provides detailed guidance on how it can be prepared to be more suitable for the Doshas.
Practical tip:
Avoid applying too many filters at once. It’s best to start with 1–2 filters and expand your selection as needed.
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FRUITS
Apple
Juicy, sweet fruits that calm Vata and Pitta. They support digestion and have a mildly cooling effect.
MEAT & FISH
Beef
DAIRY PRODUCTS
Buttermilk
Light and digestive, balances Kapha and Pitta. Supports gut health and Agni.
FRUITS
Cranberry
Sour and astringent berries that reduce Kapha and Pitta. Support urinary tract health.
FRUITS
Fig
Sweet and nourishing fruit that pacifies Vata and Pitta. Promotes bowel movement and vitality.
FRUITS
Grapes
Sweet and cooling, calm Pitta and Vata. Hydrating, refreshing, and nourishing for the heart.
FRUITS
Melons
Cooling and sweet, calm Pitta and Vata. Hydrating and refreshing in hot weather.
OIL
Olive Oil
Warming and smooth, pacifies Vata and Kapha. Supports circulation and digestion.
FRUITS
Pomegranate
Astringent and slightly sour, balances Pitta and Kapha. Promotes digestion and heart health.
OIL
Sesame Oil
Warming and heavy, pacifies Vata and strengthens tissues. Ideal for massage and nourishment.
VEGETABLES
Tomato
Sour and heating, increases Pitta and Kapha but reduces Vata. Should be used moderately.
FRUITS
Apricot
Soft and sweet-sour fruit that balances Vata and nourishes tissues. Rich in natural sugars and vitamins.
FRUITS
Blackberry
Astringent, cooling berries that calm Pitta and nourish tissues. Helpful in balancing excess heat.
NUTS & SEEDS
Cashew
Sweet and heavy nut that increases Kapha and nourishes Vata. Provides strength and vitality.
DAIRY PRODUCTS
Cream Cheese
Cooling and heavy, pacifies Vata but can increase Kapha. Best used fresh and in small amounts.
VEGETABLES
Garlic
Hot and pungent, reduces Vata and Kapha but can aggravate Pitta. Supports immunity and digestion.
SWEETENERS
Honey
Heating and astringent, reduces Kapha and supports detoxification. Should not be heated.
DAIRY PRODUCTS
Milk
Sweet and cooling, pacifies Vata and Pitta. Nourishing and grounding when warm and spiced.
FRUITS
Papaya
Sweet and digestive fruit that balances Vata and Kapha. Stimulates Agni and supports detox.
MEAT & FISH
Poultry
Warming and strengthening, balances Vata and supports muscle tissue. Too heavy for excess Kapha.
FRUITS
Strawberry
Sweet-sour fruit that cools Pitta and stimulates Agni. Light and refreshing in moderation.
FRUITS
Avocado
Creamy, oily fruit that pacifies Vata and Pitta. Nourishing and grounding, ideal for dryness and weakness.
FRUITS
Blueberry
Sweet-astringent berries that balance Pitta and Kapha. Rich in antioxidants and supportive for the heart.
OIL
Coconut Oil
Cooling and unctuous, calms Pitta and nourishes Vata. Supports skin and hair health.
FRUITS
Date
Sweet and nourishing fruit that pacifies Vata and Pitta. Excellent for strength and rejuvenation.
OIL
Ghee
Pure and sattvic, nourishes all tissues and pacifies Vata and Pitta. Enhances digestion and Ojas.
DAIRY PRODUCTS
Lassi
Cooling and light drink that balances Pitta and aids digestion. Should be consumed fresh.
LEGUMES
Mung Dal
Light, sweet, and astringent, balance all three Doshas. Easily digestible and strengthening.
FRUITS
Pear
Light, juicy fruit that cools Pitta and supports digestion. Balances heat and provides gentle hydration.
NUTS & SEEDS
Pumpkin Seeds
Slightly sweet and astringent, balance Vata and Kapha. Strengthen tissues and reproductive health.
OIL
Sunflower Oil
Cooling and light, pacifies Pitta and Kapha. Good for cooking and maintaining balance.
FRUITS
Banana
Soft, sweet fruit that calms Pitta and Vata. Gentle on the stomach and naturally nourishing.
DAIRY PRODUCTS
Butter
Cooling and unctuous, butter pacifies Vata and Pitta in moderation. Nourishing for tissues and Ojas.
OIL
Corn Oil
Warming and heavy, increases Kapha but balances Vata in small amounts. Supports strength and lubrication.
VARIOUS
Eggs
Warming and heavy food that balances Vata, but can increase Pitta and Kapha if overused. Strength-giving and grounding.
FRUITS
Grapefruit
Sour and bitter fruit that reduces Kapha and Pitta. Stimulates Agni and cleanses the liver.
FRUITS
Mango
Sweet and slightly sour fruit that pacifies Vata and Pitta. Nourishing and refreshing when ripe.
OIL
Mustard Oil
Hot and pungent, reduces Kapha and Vata. Stimulates circulation and clears stagnation.
FRUITS
Pineapple
Tropical fruit with sweet-sour taste that stimulates Agni and reduces Kapha. Cooling and refreshing when eaten ripe.
GRAINS
Rice
Sweet and cooling, balances all three Doshas, especially Pitta. Easily digestible and nourishing.
NUTS & SEEDS
Sunflower Seeds
Sweet and slightly astringent, balance Vata and Pitta. Support strength and heart health.