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Tomato for Insomnia

How Tomato helps with Insomnia according to Ayurveda. Classical references, dosage, preparation methods, and what modern research says.

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Overview

Tomato is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for insomnia. Green/yellow: sour, sweet, heating, pungent vipak. Red: sour, slightly pungent, sour vipak, cooling in stomach, heating in intestines. Provokes all doshas raw. Rich in oxalic acid.

How Tomato Helps with Insomnia

According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Tomato has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing insomnia:

Other Herbs for Insomnia

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Apple Pyrus malus Linn.
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Ashwagandha Withania somnifera dunal
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Bael Aegle marmelos
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Bhringaraj Eclipta alba Hassk.
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Brahmi Bacopa monniera
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Camphor Dryobalanops camphora Colebr. (Bhimseni); Cinnamomum camphora Nees & Eberm. (Chini)
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Cannabis Cannabis sativa Linn.
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Chamomile

See all herbs for insomnia on the Insomnia 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.