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Ayurvedic Dravya · Fermented · — kcal / 100g

Vinegar, apple cider

Also known as: ACV

Fermented sour that kindles agni — modern analog of classical shukta (fermented sour liquids); used pre-meal for sluggish digestion.

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Vinegar, apple cider — Ayurvedic Fermented & USDA Nutrition

Vinegar, apple cider — Rasa: Sour · Virya: Heating · Vipaka: Sour · — kcal per 100g (USDA).

Vāta: Pacifies (-1) Pitta: Increases (+2) Kapha: Pacifies (-1)
Rasa (Six Tastes)
Sour
Vīrya (Potency)
Heating
Vipāka (Post-Digestive)
Sour
Guṇas (Qualities)
Light, Sharp, Penetrating
Digestibility & Agni
5/5 · Agni 2
Seasons & Timing
Hemanta, Shishira, Varsha · Morning, Midday

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

Fermented sour that kindles agni — modern analog of classical shukta (fermented sour liquids); used pre-meal for sluggish digestion.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Always diluted; raw unfiltered with 'mother' preferred; a digestive tool, not a beverage.

Classical Provenance: Modern texts (shukta analogy).

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • 1 tsp in warm water before meals (kapha/weak agni)
  • in dressings

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: high pitta, acidity, ulcers
  • Contraindication: tooth enamel (always dilute)
  • Contraindication: gastritis
  • Incompatible pairing (Viruddha): with milk (curdles)

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Vinegar, apple cider

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 tsp (5g):

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