Black Gram Vada
उड्डालकम्
Preparations made from black gram (Urad) such as Vada (fried fritters), Idli, Dosa etc. are sweet, heavy, unctuous, hot in potency, aphrodisiac, strengthening, and alleviate Vata. They are among the heavier pulse preparations and increase Kapha. Black gram preparations are particularly beneficial for those who need strength and weight gain.
What is Black Gram Preparation (Urad Dal Vada / उड्डालकम्)?
Preparations made from black gram (Urad) such as Vada (fried fritters), Idli, Dosa etc. are sweet, heavy, unctuous, hot in potency, aphrodisiac, strengthening, and alleviate Vata. They are among the heavier pulse preparations and increase Kapha. Black gram preparations are particularly beneficial for those who need strength and weight gain.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 11
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Vrishya (aphrodisiac)
- Balya (strengthening)
- Vatahara (alleviates Vata)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 11
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