Horse Gram
कुलत्थ
Kulattha (Horse Gram) is the most valued pulse for urinary stones (Ashmari). It is hot, light, dry, and reduces Kapha and fat. It is the primary dietary recommendation for kidney stones, obesity, and Kapha disorders. Horse gram soup is traditionally given to dissolve stones. It is also used in cough, piles, and worm infestations. However, it aggravates Pitta and is contraindicated in bleeding disorders and high Pitta conditions. It should be avoided in Raktapitta (bleeding disorders). The grain is small, flat, and brown/dark colored. Verses: 43-45.
What is Horse Gram (Kulattha / कुलत्थ)?
<p>Kulattha (Horse Gram) is the most valued pulse for urinary stones (Ashmari). It is hot, light, dry, and reduces Kapha and fat. It is the primary dietary recommendation for kidney stones, obesity, and Kapha disorders. Horse gram soup is traditionally given to dissolve stones. It is also used in cough, piles, and worm infestations. However, it aggravates Pitta and is contraindicated in bleeding disorders and high Pitta conditions. It should be avoided in Raktapitta (bleeding disorders). The grain is small, flat, and brown/dark colored. Verses: 43-45.</p>
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
<ul><li>Ashmarihari (dissolves urinary stones)</li><li>Medohara (fat-reducing)</li><li>Kaphahara (pacifies Kapha)</li><li>Shothahara (anti-inflammatory)</li></ul>
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