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Ayurvedic Dravya · Medicinal · — kcal / 100g

Mucuna seed Kapikacchu

Vrishya and nervine tonic — the classical source of natural levodopa; grounds vata deeply when properly processed.

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Mucuna seed — Ayurvedic Medicinal & USDA Nutrition

Mucuna seed — Rasa: Sweet, Bitter · Virya: Heating · Vipaka: Sweet · — kcal per 100g (USDA).

Vāta: Strongly Pacifies (-2) Pitta: Neutral (0) Kapha: Mildly Increases (+1)
Rasa (Six Tastes)
Sweet, Bitter
Vīrya (Potency)
Heating
Vipāka (Post-Digestive)
Sweet
Guṇas (Qualities)
Heavy, Oily
Digestibility & Agni
2/5 · Agni 0
Seasons & Timing
Hemanta, Shishira, Varsha · Morning, Night

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

Vrishya and nervine tonic — the classical source of natural levodopa; grounds vata deeply when properly processed.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Only classically processed (soaked, dehusked, milk-boiled) seed powder is dietary; simmer in milk.

Classical Provenance: Bhavaprakasha Nighantu; vajikarana tradition.

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • with warm milk after classical processing (shodhana)

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: raw or unprocessed seed (must undergo shodhana)
  • Contraindication: levodopa or psychiatric medication (interaction)
  • Contraindication: pregnancy

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Mucuna seed

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

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