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Ayurvedic Dravya · Medicinal · — kcal / 100g

Greater galangal Kulanjana

Also known as: kulinjan, galangal (greater)

The voice root — kulanjana is the traditional remedy for hoarseness, chewed by singers and orators; a fiercer, more aromatic cousin of ginger.

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Greater galangal — Ayurvedic Medicinal & USDA Nutrition

Greater galangal — Rasa: Pungent, Bitter · Virya: Heating · Vipaka: Pungent · — kcal per 100g (USDA).

Vāta: Pacifies (-1) Pitta: Mildly Increases (+1) Kapha: Strongly Pacifies (-2)
Rasa (Six Tastes)
Pungent, Bitter
Vīrya (Potency)
Heating
Vipāka (Post-Digestive)
Pungent
Guṇas (Qualities)
Light, Sharp, Penetrating
Digestibility & Agni
4/5 · Agni 2
Seasons & Timing
Varsha, Hemanta, Shishira · Morning, Midday

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

The voice root — kulanjana is the traditional remedy for hoarseness, chewed by singers and orators; a fiercer, more aromatic cousin of ginger.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Dried rhizome in decoctions or a small fresh piece chewed slowly. Stronger and more resinous than ginger — dose in grams, not slices.

Classical Provenance: Bhavaprakasha nighantu (kulanjana); Unani practice (khulanjan).

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • small piece chewed with honey for throat and voice
  • in kadha (decoction) for wet coughs
  • with black pepper for stubborn kapha

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: pitta excess / acidity
  • Contraindication: ulcers
  • Contraindication: pregnancy in medicinal doses

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Greater galangal

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 tsp (3g):

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