Ayurvedic Dravya · Preparation · — kcal / 100g

Cultured ghee Ghrita (traditional)

Also known as: bilona ghee

Ghee made from cultured butter (dahi-churned, bilona method) — the classical process; considered lighter and more agni-friendly than cream ghee.

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Cultured ghee — Ayurvedic Preparation & USDA Nutrition

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

Vāta: Strongly Pacifies (-2) Pitta: Strongly Pacifies (-2) Kapha: Mildly Increases (+1)
Rasa (Six Tastes)
Sweet
Vīrya (Potency)
Cooling
Vipāka (Post-Digestive)
Sweet
Guṇas (Qualities)
Oily, Soft, Smooth, Light
Digestibility & Agni
4/5 · Agni 1
Seasons & Timing
Sharad, Hemanta, Shishira · Morning, Midday

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

Ghee made from cultured butter (dahi-churned, bilona method) — the classical process; considered lighter and more agni-friendly than cream ghee.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Yogurt is churned to butter, then clarified — the two fermentation-and-fire steps define classical ghrita.

Classical Provenance: Classical ghrita process (Charaka); bilona tradition.

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • as everyday cooking and finishing fat
  • vehicle (anupana) for herbs

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: obesity, ama conditions (excess)
  • Contraindication: dairy sensitivity
  • Incompatible pairing (Viruddha): equal weight honey

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Cultured ghee

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 tsp (4g):

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