Ayurvedic Dravya · Beverage · — kcal / 100g

Coconut water Narikela jala

Also known as: tender coconut water

The classical summer electrolyte — cooling, hydrating, pitta's first-choice drink; traditionally given in fevers and urinary heat.

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Coconut water — Ayurvedic Beverage & USDA Nutrition

Coconut water — Rasa: Sweet · Virya: Cooling · Vipaka: Sweet · — kcal per 100g (USDA).

Vāta: Pacifies (-1) Pitta: Strongly Pacifies (-2) Kapha: Neutral (0)
Rasa (Six Tastes)
Sweet
Vīrya (Potency)
Cooling
Vipāka (Post-Digestive)
Sweet
Guṇas (Qualities)
Light, Liquid, Smooth
Digestibility & Agni
5/5 · Agni 0
Seasons & Timing
Grishma, Sharad · Morning, Midday

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

The classical summer electrolyte — cooling, hydrating, pitta's first-choice drink; traditionally given in fevers and urinary heat.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Fresh and unpasteurized when possible; drink soon after opening.

Classical Provenance: Bhavaprakasha (narikela); classical usage.

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • fresh from tender green coconut
  • mid-morning on an empty stomach
  • after sun exposure or exercise

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: kapha with congestion (excess)
  • Contraindication: kidney disease (potassium restriction)

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Coconut water

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 cup (240g):

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Ayurvedic Recipes Using Coconut water

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