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Ayurvedic Dravya · Fermented · — kcal / 100g

Kefir

Fermented milk with live cultures — functionally between yogurt and takra; probiotic support with less heaviness than curd.

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Kefir — Ayurvedic Fermented & USDA Nutrition

Kefir — Rasa: Sour · Virya: Heating · Vipaka: Sour · — kcal per 100g (USDA).

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

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

Fermented milk with live cultures — functionally between yogurt and takra; probiotic support with less heaviness than curd.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Plain unsweetened; treat by yogurt rules — daytime only, avoid fruit mixing, dilute if strong.

Classical Provenance: Modern texts (fermented dairy analogy to takra/dadhi).

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • plain, at breakfast or lunch
  • with roasted cumin (takra-style)

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: high pitta with acidity
  • Contraindication: dairy sensitivity
  • Incompatible pairing (Viruddha): at night (fermented dairy caution)
  • Incompatible pairing (Viruddha): with fruit blended in (dairy-fruit caution)

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Kefir

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 cup (243g):

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