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Ayurvedic Dravya · Dry-Fruit-Nut · — kcal / 100g

Fig, dried Shushka anjeera

Also known as: dry anjeer, Dry fig (anjeer)

Concentrated form of the classical laxative fruit — two soaked figs on waking is a standing constipation prescription.

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Fig, dried — Ayurvedic Dry-Fruit-Nut & USDA Nutrition

Fig, dried — Rasa: Sweet · Virya: Cooling · Vipaka: Sweet · — kcal per 100g (USDA).

Vāta: Pacifies (-1) Pitta: Pacifies (-1) Kapha: Mildly Increases (+1)
Rasa (Six Tastes)
Sweet
Vīrya (Potency)
Cooling
Vipāka (Post-Digestive)
Sweet
Guṇas (Qualities)
Heavy, Smooth
Digestibility & Agni
3/5 · Agni 0
Seasons & Timing
Hemanta, Shishira · Morning

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

Concentrated form of the classical laxative fruit — two soaked figs on waking is a standing constipation prescription.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Always soak or stew — dry figs are dense; the soak water carries the laxative virtue.

Classical Provenance: Bhavaprakasha Nighantu (anjeera).

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • soaked overnight with raisins
  • simmered in milk (strength tonic)
  • with soaked almonds

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: diabetes (portion control)
  • Contraindication: kapha excess (large amounts)

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Fig, dried

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 2 figs (32g):

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Ayurvedic Recipes Using Fig, dried

Cashew Fig Dessert TrufflesDessert · 30 min

Cashew Fig Dessert Truffles

Cashew Fig Dessert Truffles is a compact sweet intended as one small piece. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender, and add...

Coconut Fig Dessert TrufflesDessert · 30 min

Coconut Fig Dessert Truffles

Coconut Fig Dessert Truffles is a compact sweet intended as one small piece. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender, and ad...

Oat-Milk Amaranth Fig PuddingDessert · 38 min

Oat-Milk Amaranth Fig Pudding

Oat-Milk Amaranth Fig Pudding is a softly cooked pudding served in a small portion. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender,...

Walnut Fig Dessert TrufflesDessert · 30 min

Walnut Fig Dessert Truffles

Walnut Fig Dessert Truffles is a compact sweet intended as one small piece. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender, and add...

Fig Oat-Milk SmoothieDrink · 9 min

Fig Oat-Milk Smoothie

Fig Oat-Milk Smoothie is a freshly blended drink served without ice. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender, and add a litt...

Fig Oat-Milk WarmerDrink · 16 min

Fig Oat-Milk Warmer

Fig Oat-Milk Warmer is a mild warm beverage rather than a medicinal preparation. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender, an...

Dry Fruit Ladoo (No Sugar)Dessert · 36 min

Dry Fruit Ladoo (No Sugar)

Dry Fruit Ladoo (No Sugar) is a compact traditional sweet; one small piece is the intended serving. Vata: take it warm o...

Panchmeva Milk ShakeDrink · 19 min

Panchmeva Milk Shake

This panchmeva milk is served warm and uses soaked dried fruits and nuts, not fresh sour fruit. Vata: retain the warm, s...

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