Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
Dried draksha keeps its classical virtues — the gentlest laxative fruit; soaked raisins cool pitta and lift vata.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Always soak before eating — dry raisins are harder to digest; the soak water itself is a cooling drink.
Classical Provenance: Charaka Samhita Sutrasthana 27 (draksha); Bhavaprakasha Nighantu.
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- soaked overnight, eaten with the water
- in kheer and halwa
- with fennel after meals
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: diabetes (moderation)
- Contraindication: tooth decay (sticky, unsoaked)
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Raisins
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 2 tbsp (18g):
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (2 tbsp) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 297 kcal | 53 kcal |
| Protein | 2.8 g | 0.5 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 68.8 g | 12.4 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 0.8 g |
| Total Sugars | 57.1 g | 10.3 g |
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0.06 g |
| Calcium | 51.8 mg | 9.3 mg |
| Iron | 4.26 mg | 0.77 mg |
| Magnesium | 28.3 mg | 5.1 mg |
| Phosphorus | 93.3 mg | 16.8 mg |
| Potassium | 913 mg | 164 mg |
| Sodium | 10 mg | 2 mg |
| Zinc | 0.25 mg | 0.04 mg |
| Copper | 0.39 mg | 0.07 mg |
| Manganese | 0.41 mg | 0.07 mg |
| Selenium | 1.7 µg | 0.3 µg |
| Vitamin C | 1.9 mg | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 2.5 µg | 0.5 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.02 mg | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin K | 1.7 µg | 0.3 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.09 mg | 0.02 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.04 mg | 0.01 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.64 mg | 0.12 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.17 mg | 0.03 mg |
