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Ayurvedic Dravya · Regional · — kcal / 100g

Mukhwas (fennel mouth-freshener)

Also known as: saunf mukhwas

The after-meal seed ritual of Indian tables — roasted fennel with sesame, dhania-dal and sometimes candy; digestion and fresh breath in a spoonful.

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Mukhwas (fennel mouth-freshener) — Ayurvedic Regional & USDA Nutrition

Mukhwas (fennel mouth-freshener) — Rasa: Sweet, Pungent, Astringent · Virya: Cooling · Vipaka: Sweet · — kcal per 100g (USDA).

Vāta: Pacifies (-1) Pitta: Pacifies (-1) Kapha: Pacifies (-1)
Rasa (Six Tastes)
Sweet, Pungent, Astringent
Vīrya (Potency)
Cooling
Vipāka (Post-Digestive)
Sweet
Guṇas (Qualities)
Light, Dry
Digestibility & Agni
5/5 · Agni 1
Seasons & Timing
Vasanta, Grishma, Varsha, Sharad, Hemanta, Shishira · Midday, Evening

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

The after-meal seed ritual of Indian tables — roasted fennel with sesame, dhania-dal and sometimes candy; digestion and fresh breath in a spoonful.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Chew slowly after meals; prefer unsweetened roasted blends — the candy-coated versions turn a digestive into a dessert.

Classical Provenance: Pan-Indian table tradition; tambula-lite.

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • a teaspoon chewed after meals
  • plain roasted blends over candied ones

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: diabetes (sugar-coated varieties)

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Mukhwas (fennel mouth-freshener)

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 tsp (5g):

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