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Ayurvedic Dravya · Preparation · — kcal / 100g

Roti (chapati) Rotika

Also known as: chapati, phulka

Roti (chapati) is a traditional Ayurvedic preparation valued for its sweet taste and neutral potency.

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Roti (chapati) — Ayurvedic Preparation & USDA Nutrition

Roti (chapati) — Rasa: Sweet · Virya: Neutral · Vipaka: Sweet · — kcal per 100g (USDA).

Vāta: Neutral (0) Pitta: Neutral (0) Kapha: Neutral (0)
Rasa (Six Tastes)
Sweet
Vīrya (Potency)
Neutral
Vipāka (Post-Digestive)
Sweet
Guṇas (Qualities)
Light, Dry, Soft
Digestibility & Agni
4/5 · Agni 0
Seasons & Timing
Vasanta, Grishma, Varsha, Sharad, Hemanta, Shishira · Midday, Evening

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

Roti (chapati) is a traditional Ayurvedic preparation valued for its sweet taste and neutral potency.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Fresh whole-wheat flatbread, griddle-cooked and preferably ghee-brushed; freshness matters — day-old roti turns heavy and dry.

Classical Provenance: Household tradition on godhuma base.

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • with ghee (offsets dryness for vata)
  • dal and sabzi
  • fresh off the griddle

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: gluten intolerance
  • Contraindication: vata (dry stacks without ghee)

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Roti (chapati)

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 piece (50g):

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