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Tomato for Obesity

How Tomato helps with Obesity 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 obesity. 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 Obesity

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

Other Herbs for Obesity

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Aloe Vera Aloe barbadensis Mill. (Syn. A. vera Tourn. ex Linn.)
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Amla Emblica officinalis
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Ashwagandha Withania somnifera dunal
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Bala Sida cordifolia Linn
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Black Pepper Pipernigrum Linn.
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Brahmi Bacopa monniera
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Castor Oil Plant RicinuscommunisLinn. (R. dicoccus)
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Chirata Swertia chirata Buch.-Ham.

See all herbs for obesity on the Obesity 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.