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Ayurvedic Dravya · Vegetable · — kcal / 100g

Jerusalem artichoke

Also known as: sunchoke

Inulin-rich prebiotic tuber — feeds gut flora but famously gas-forming; introduce gradually.

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Jerusalem artichoke — Ayurvedic Vegetable & USDA Nutrition

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

Vāta: Increases (+2) Pitta: Pacifies (-1) Kapha: Neutral (0)
Rasa (Six Tastes)
Sweet
Vīrya (Potency)
Cooling
Vipāka (Post-Digestive)
Sweet
Guṇas (Qualities)
Heavy, Smooth
Digestibility & Agni
2/5 · Agni -1
Seasons & Timing
Hemanta, Shishira · Midday

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

Inulin-rich prebiotic tuber — feeds gut flora but famously gas-forming; introduce gradually.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Roast thoroughly with carminative spices; start with small portions — the inulin ferments vigorously.

Classical Provenance: Modern Ayurvedic texts.

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • roasted with ajwain and ghee (essential)
  • in soups with warming spices

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: vata excess and IBS (inulin fermentation)
  • Contraindication: gas-prone digestion

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Jerusalem artichoke

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1/2 cup sliced (75g):

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