Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
Parushaka of the classical texts — the summer sherbet berry prescribed for burning, thirst and heat exhaustion.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Crushed and strained into the deep-purple summer sherbet; its season is fleeting.
Classical Provenance: Charaka Samhita (parushaka); Bhavaprakasha Nighantu.
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- phalsa sherbet with black salt and cumin (peak-summer drink)
- fresh berries chilled
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: cold kapha conditions in excess
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Phalsa
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 cup pieces (150g):
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 cup pieces) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 72 kcal | 107 kcal |
| Protein | 1.7 g | 2.5 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 15.1 g | 22.6 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 6.8 g |
| Total Sugars | 13.0 g | 19.5 g |
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0.2 g |
| Calcium | 153.0 mg | 229.5 mg |
| Iron | 2.01 mg | 3.01 mg |
| Magnesium | 76.9 mg | 115.4 mg |
| Phosphorus | 23.6 mg | 35.5 mg |
| Potassium | 362 mg | 543 mg |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 3 mg |
| Zinc | 0.48 mg | 0.72 mg |
| Copper | 0.24 mg | 0.36 mg |
| Manganese | 0.47 mg | 0.70 mg |
| Selenium | 3.5 µg | 5.3 µg |
| Vitamin C | 5.1 mg | 7.7 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 7.4 µg | 11.1 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.93 mg | 1.40 mg |
| Vitamin K | 5.4 µg | 8.0 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.03 mg | 0.04 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.06 mg | 0.09 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.40 mg | 0.60 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.03 mg | 0.04 mg |
