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Ayurvedic Dravya · Medicinal · — kcal / 100g

Spirulina

Spirulina is a traditional Ayurvedic medicinal valued for its sweet, salty taste and neutral potency.

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Spirulina — Ayurvedic Medicinal & USDA Nutrition

Spirulina — Rasa: Sweet, Salty · Virya: Neutral · Vipaka: Sweet · — kcal per 100g (USDA).

Vāta: Neutral (0) Pitta: Pacifies (-1) Kapha: Pacifies (-1)
Rasa (Six Tastes)
Sweet, Salty
Vīrya (Potency)
Neutral
Vipāka (Post-Digestive)
Sweet
Guṇas (Qualities)
Light, Dry
Digestibility & Agni
3/5 · Agni 0
Seasons & Timing
Vasanta, Grishma, Sharad · Morning, Midday

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

Spirulina is a traditional Ayurvedic medicinal valued for its sweet, salty taste and neutral potency.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Powder or tablets with food; start with small doses.

Classical Provenance: contemporary practice (not classical).

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • blended into smoothies or juice
  • with lemon to soften the flavor

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: autoimmune conditions (immune-stimulating)
  • Contraindication: phenylketonuria
  • Contraindication: source quality matters (toxin contamination in poor brands)

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Spirulina

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 tsp (3g):

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