Radish
मूलक
Mulaka (Radish/Mooli) is a common root vegetable grown extensively in winter season. The plant has white, fleshy, cylindrical root that grows 6-18 inches or more. The leaves are also eaten as a green vegetable. The root is pungent and slightly bitter. It kindles digestive fire and is useful in digestive disorders. It alleviates Vata. Fresh radish is light while stale or dried radish is heavy. The small white radish (Chhoti Mooli) is considered superior. Large radishes may be harder to digest. The leaves (Mooli ka saag) are also nutritious. Cooked radish is different from raw — cooking makes it lighter. Chemical analysis shows 70-100 grams contains significant Vitamin C and Raphanol. Verses: 62. Dose: As vegetable.
What is Radish (Mooli / मूली)?
<p>Mulaka (Radish/Mooli) is a common root vegetable grown extensively in winter season. The plant has white, fleshy, cylindrical root that grows 6-18 inches or more. The leaves are also eaten as a green vegetable. The root is pungent and slightly bitter. It kindles digestive fire and is useful in digestive disorders. It alleviates Vata. Fresh radish is light while stale or dried radish is heavy. The small white radish (Chhoti Mooli) is considered superior. Large radishes may be harder to digest. The leaves (Mooli ka saag) are also nutritious. Cooked radish is different from raw — cooking makes it lighter. Chemical analysis shows 70-100 grams contains significant Vitamin C and Raphanol. Verses: 62. Dose: As vegetable.</p>
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
<ul><li>Deepana (appetizer)</li><li>Vatahara (pacifies Vata)</li><li>Krimighna (anthelmintic)</li></ul>
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