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Ayurvedic Dravya · Fruit · — kcal / 100g

Pomelo (chakotra) Madhukarkati

Also known as: chakotra

Pomelo (chakotra) is a traditional Ayurvedic fruit valued for its sour, sweet taste and heating potency.

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Pomelo (chakotra) — Ayurvedic Fruit & USDA Nutrition

Pomelo (chakotra) — Rasa: Sour, Sweet · Virya: Heating · Vipaka: Sour · — kcal per 100g (USDA).

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

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

Pomelo (chakotra) is a traditional Ayurvedic fruit valued for its sour, sweet taste and heating potency.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Peeled segments with black salt; the gentle giant of the citrus family.

Classical Provenance: regional practice.

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • segments with black salt and chili (Northeast style)
  • in winter fruit salads

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: acidity in excess
  • Contraindication: interacts with several medications (as with grapefruit — modern note)

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Pomelo (chakotra)

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 cup pieces (150g):

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