Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
Ground soaked almonds simmered in milk with saffron and cardamom — the classical brain-and-strength drink for students and convalescents.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Grind soaked, peeled almonds to paste; simmer in milk with saffron-cardamom; serve warm in winter.
Classical Provenance: Indo-Persian tonic tradition; vatada + ksheera.
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- saffron and cardamom
- warm at night for sleep and strength
- mishri over sugar
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: nut allergy
- Contraindication: kapha excess, congestion
- Contraindication: diabetes (sweetened)
- Incompatible pairing (Viruddha): with sour fruit alongside (milk rules)
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Badam milk
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 cup (240g):
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 cup) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 110 kcal | 265 kcal |
| Protein | 4.4 g | 10.6 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 9.8 g | 23.5 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 1.6 g |
| Total Sugars | 8.9 g | 21.4 g |
| Total Fat | 6.2 g | 15.0 g |
| Calcium | 134.6 mg | 323.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.24 mg | 0.58 mg |
| Magnesium | 28.5 mg | 68.4 mg |
| Phosphorus | 125.4 mg | 301.0 mg |
| Potassium | 188 mg | 452 mg |
| Sodium | 37 mg | 88 mg |
| Zinc | 0.61 mg | 1.46 mg |
| Copper | 0.07 mg | 0.16 mg |
| Manganese | 0.03 mg | 0.07 mg |
| Selenium | 2.0 µg | 4.7 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.03 mg | 0.07 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 30.7 µg | 73.7 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.48 mg | 3.56 mg |
| Vitamin K | 0.3 µg | 0.7 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.06 mg | 0.14 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.21 mg | 0.49 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.32 mg | 0.77 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.07 mg | 0.16 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 3.3 µg | 7.9 µg |
| Choline | 20.2 mg | 48.5 mg |
