Green Gram
मुद्ग
Mudga (Green Gram/Mung Bean) is considered the best among all pulses (Shimbidhanya) in Ayurveda. It is the lightest pulse and the only one considered Tridoshahara (pacifying all three doshas). Green mung is preferred over yellow. It is sweet, astringent, light, and dry. It is indicated in fever, digestive disorders, eye diseases, and skin conditions. Mung dal (split mung without husk) is even lighter and more digestible. Mung bean soup (Yusha) is the ideal food during illness and convalescence. Green gram sprouts are highly nutritious. The plant is an annual herb 1-2 feet tall. It is cooling and does not aggravate Pitta. Among all pulses, Mudga is the most universally recommended for regular consumption. Verses: 34-38.
What is Green Gram (Mudga / Moong / मुद्ग)?
<p>Mudga (Green Gram/Mung Bean) is considered the best among all pulses (Shimbidhanya) in Ayurveda. It is the lightest pulse and the only one considered Tridoshahara (pacifying all three doshas). Green mung is preferred over yellow. It is sweet, astringent, light, and dry. It is indicated in fever, digestive disorders, eye diseases, and skin conditions. Mung dal (split mung without husk) is even lighter and more digestible. Mung bean soup (Yusha) is the ideal food during illness and convalescence. Green gram sprouts are highly nutritious. The plant is an annual herb 1-2 feet tall. It is cooling and does not aggravate Pitta. Among all pulses, Mudga is the most universally recommended for regular consumption. Verses: 34-38.</p>
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
<ul><li>Tridoshahara (pacifies all three doshas — especially Pitta-Kapha)</li><li>Grahi (absorbent)</li><li>Chakshushya (beneficial for eyes)</li><li>Deepana (appetizer)</li></ul>
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