Overview
Grape varieties and Raisins is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for male sexual health. Munakka (large seeded raisins) and Kishmish (small seedless raisins) are the dried forms of grapes, extensively used in Ayurvedic medicine. Munakka is preferred medicinally as it retains more active principles. It is soaked in water overnight and eaten in the morning for constipation. It is used in cough formulations, as a gentle laxative, and in various Lehya preparations. Munakka with milk is a classic Vrishya (aphrodisiac) remedy. Dose: 5-10 pieces soaked. Verses continued.
How Grape varieties and Raisins Helps with Male Sexual Health
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Grape varieties and Raisins has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing male sexual health:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Madhura (sweet)
- Taste (Rasa): Madhura (sweet)
- Qualities (Guna): Guru (heavy), Snigdha (unctuous)
Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Sweet (Madhura)
- Quality (Guna)
- Heavy (Guru), Unctuous (Snigdha)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Sweet (Madhura)
- Key Constituents
- Concentrated sugars, Iron, B-vitamins
- Also Known As
- English: Raisins, Dried Grapes
Sanskrit: मृद्वीका, गोस्तनी
Hindi: मुनक्का, किशमिश
Other Herbs for Male Sexual Health
See all herbs for male sexual health on the Male Sexual Health page.
Medical Disclaimer: The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Ayurvedic treatments should be pursued under the guidance of a qualified practitioner (BAMS/MD Ayurveda). Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new treatment. Content is sourced from classical Ayurvedic texts and may not reflect the latest medical research.