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Ayurvedic Dravya · Beverage · — kcal / 100g

Tea, black

Also known as: chai patti

Tea, black is a traditional Ayurvedic beverage valued for its bitter, astringent taste and heating potency.

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Tea, black — Ayurvedic Beverage & USDA Nutrition

Tea, black — Rasa: Bitter, Astringent · Virya: Heating · Vipaka: Pungent · — kcal per 100g (USDA).

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

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

Tea, black is a traditional Ayurvedic beverage valued for its bitter, astringent taste and heating potency.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

The spiced-milk chai format is Ayurveda's answer to tea's dryness; avoid on an empty stomach and after noon for vata.

Classical Provenance: Modern texts.

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • as masala chai with cardamom, ginger and milk (buffers dryness)
  • after heavy breakfast

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: insomnia, anxiety (afternoon/evening use)
  • Contraindication: iron-deficiency (with meals — tannins block iron)
  • Contraindication: acidity (strong tea, empty stomach)

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Tea, black

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 cup brewed (237g):

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