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Ayurvedic Dravya · Regional · — kcal / 100g

Kaji nemu (Assam lemon)

Also known as: Assam lemon

Assam's elongated, intensely juicy lemon — served with every thali as digestive and vitamin-C staple.

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Kaji nemu (Assam lemon) — Ayurvedic Regional & USDA Nutrition

Kaji nemu (Assam lemon) — Rasa: Sour · Virya: Heating · Vipaka: Sour · — kcal per 100g (USDA).

Vāta: Pacifies (-1) Pitta: Mildly Increases (+1) Kapha: Neutral (0)
Rasa (Six Tastes)
Sour
Vīrya (Potency)
Heating
Vipāka (Post-Digestive)
Sour
Guṇas (Qualities)
Light, Penetrating, Liquid
Digestibility & Agni
5/5 · Agni 1
Seasons & Timing
Varsha, Hemanta, Shishira · Midday

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

Assam's elongated, intensely juicy lemon — served with every thali as digestive and vitamin-C staple.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Squeeze fresh at serving; a single fruit yields far more juice than common lemons.

Classical Provenance: Assamese tradition; nimbuka class.

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • wedge with rice meals
  • juice in warm water on waking
  • with tenga (sour) fish curries

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: acid reflux, ulcers (undiluted excess)
  • Contraindication: tooth enamel (frequent undiluted use)
  • Incompatible pairing (Viruddha): with milk (curdles)

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Kaji nemu (Assam lemon)

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 tbsp juice (15g):

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